Barton Fitzpatrick (born March 13, 1995, in Chicago, Illinois) is an American actor and musician best known for his breakout role as Reginald “Reg” Taylor on the critically acclaimed Showtime drama The Chi. Raised on Chicago’s West Side, Fitzpatrick developed an early interest in performance and participated in the prestigious August Wilson Monologue Competition before pursuing acting professionally. He began his on-screen career with guest appearances across Dick Wolf’s Chicago television universe, including Chicago Med, Chicago Justice, and Chicago P.D., quickly building a reputation for his naturalistic, street-level performances rooted in his hometown experiences.

Fitzpatrick’s career breakthrough came in 2018 when he was cast as Reg Taylor on The Chi, the coming-of-age drama created by Lena Waithe. His portrayal of the complex South Side gang leader earned strong fan recognition and helped establish the series as a major contemporary urban drama. Although his character appeared to be killed off during the show’s early seasons, Fitzpatrick’s performance remained one of the series’ most memorable elements, and the character later made a surprise return in the show’s later seasons, marking a major moment for longtime viewers.

Beyond The Chi, Fitzpatrick expanded his television presence with appearances on Empire and a recurring role as Blaxton in Power Book IV: Force, part of the hit Power franchise created by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. His character on Power Book IV: Force was written specifically for him during the show’s first season, further demonstrating the industry’s recognition of his talent.

In film, Fitzpatrick has steadily built an independent film résumé with appearances in projects such as White People Money (2020), Wayward (2022), Everything Is Both (2023), A Haitian Wedding (2023), and Primary Position (2023). His later credits include My Valentine Wedding, Let Us Make Eve, Beyond the Likes, and Toxic Harmony (2024), as well as the thriller Black Cats (2025), highlighting his continued presence in both dramatic and genre storytelling.

Fitzpatrick’s career continues to be defined by his association with The Chi, where his return to the role of Reg Taylor in later seasons reaffirmed his impact on the series and its fan base. Alongside acting, he is also a singer and musician influenced by classic soul artists such as Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson. Fitzpatrick is also part of a notable acting family, being the cousin of acclaimed actor Larenz Tate. While he has yet to receive major individual award nominations, his work on The Chi has contributed to the series’ overall critical recognition and enduring popularity within contemporary television drama.