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Brandon FlynnAmerican actor
Date of Birth: 11.10.1993
Country:  USA |
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Early Life and Education
Brandon Flynn was born on October 11, 1993, in Miami, Florida to Michael Flynn and Debbie Flynn. He grew up with two sisters, Danielle and Jaime, and developed a passion for acting at a young age. Despite his initial reluctance, Flynn's teacher encouraged him to pursue drama in high school, and he went on to study the craft at prestigious acting schools in Miami and the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
Acting Career
Flynn began attending auditions and castings at the age of 15, appearing in commercials and small roles before landing a supporting role in the CBS television series "Braindead" in 2016. After a brief stint in non-profit theater in Manhattan, Flynn's breakthrough came when he was cast as Justin Foley in the Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" in 2017. His portrayal of the complex and troubled character earned him critical acclaim.
Personal Life
Flynn is openly gay and has been an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He came out publicly in September 2017 and dated singer Sam Smith from 2017 to 2018. Flynn is currently single and resides in Los Angeles.
Social Media and Philanthropy
Flynn maintains a strong presence on social media, using platforms like Twitter and Instagram to connect with fans and raise awareness for causes close to his heart. He is particularly passionate about preventing suicide and has a semicolon tattoo on his wrist to symbolize the resilience of those who have struggled with mental health issues.
Filmography
- "Braindead" (2016)- "Home Movies" (2017)
- "13 Reasons Why" (2017-2019)
- "True Detective" (2019)
