Johnny Rivera born in Boston on April 17 1956. Attended Charles Bulfinch elementary school from kindergarten to 5th grade. Attended Mission Grammar School from 6th to 8th grade. Attended Mission Church High School from 9th to 12th grade. Worked as a porter in a hospital, gas station attendant, mechanic and salesman in the auto industry. Also worked inspecting circuit boards, worked doing shipping and receiving. Worked as a construction superintendent and laborer. Attended Wentworth Institute of Technology for one semester. Also does oil paintings. Worked as an electrician. Has a son in the US Navy. Also worked in the automotive recycling business.