Although born in Chicago, Coopwood grew up in Miami, Florida, where he graduated from Miami High School, and was named "Best Actor" in the State of Florida by the International Thespian Society.
Although born in Chicago, he grew up in Miami, Florida, where he attended Archbishop Curley High School and graduated from Miami High School. His senior year, he was named "Best Actor" in the State of Florida by the International Thespian Society.