Actor Barry Ratcliffe was awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Friday August 20, 2021.

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Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Mendez Award is awarded to someone who has succeeded in the Television and Film Industry; or has supported film and television and has given back to the community. Barry Ratcliffe is an internationally renowned actor and has been a fixture in film and television for decades. He gives back to the community in a variety of ways, and is also being recognized for his kindness, humor, and support of the Arts.”

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Barry is active in community drama and arts, volunteering to teach classes and offering motivational talks to aspiring artists. He is also active in social issues as a past national representative and speaker for Drug Free programs, and as a director for the Office of Problem Gambling. He is also a licensed financial advisor to select families and specializes in those in the entertainment field.

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The first official Mendez Award was named after and was awarded to Antonio "Tony" Mendez, CIA Master of Disguise, Founder of the Spy Museum, and Award-Winning Author and Painter. His fame included the Best Picture film ARGO being produced about his actions in the CIA.