Ronald Percuoco was born in Troy, New York. He spent his high school and college years in New York State before moving to California in 1984. 

He has a bachelor’s degree in English from Siena College and a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Antioch University. Ronald spent most of his working life in the mental health field, counseling people with various diagnoses and issues. 

He has also worked with the homeless in several different cities. He is single, loves karaoke, and The Doors and watching sports on television. He speaks French and likes to be called “Ron”.