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Brian SmithAmerican actor
Date of Birth: 12.10.1981
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Brian J. Smith
- Early Career
- Breakthrough Roles
- Versatile Performances
- Leading Man
- Recent Projects
- Personal Life
Brian J. Smith
Brian J. Smith, an American actor, is renowned for his captivating performances as Officer Will Gorski in Netflix's "Sense8" and Lieutenant Matthew Scott in "Stargate Universe." Born in Allen, Texas, he embarked on his acting journey at Collin County Community College's Quad C Theater program.
Early Career
Smith's first major role came as Alex in Quad C Theater's production of "A Clockwork Orange." In 2005, he portrayed Trey, a homosexual facing intolerance from a fundamentalist preacher's son, in the independent film "Hate Crime." After graduating from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, he briefly considered joining the U.S. Army due to setbacks in his career.
Breakthrough Roles
However, Smith's fortunes soon turned when he secured roles in "Red Hook" and "The War Boys." In 2008, he made his Broadway debut in "Come Back, Little Sheba." His career took off with his acclaimed portrayal of Lieutenant Matthew Scott in "Stargate Universe" from 2009 to 2010.
Versatile Performances
Smith's talents were showcased in "Law & Order" and "Gossip Girl" in 2009. He went on to appear in "Red Faction: Origins" and "The Ward" in 2011 and 2012, respectively. His Broadway performances included "The Glass Menagerie" in 2013, earning him Tony and Drama Desk nominations.
Leading Man
Smith became a household name as Will Gorski in "Sense8" from 2015 to 2018. He then starred in "Treadstone" and "World on Fire" in 2019. In 2021, he graced the silver screen in "The Matrix Resurrections."
Recent Projects
Smith has continued to captivate audiences in recent years with leading roles in "Class of '09" and "Essex County." His performances have demonstrated his exceptional range and versatility as an actor.
Personal Life
On November 7, 2019, Smith publicly came out as gay in an interview with Attitude magazine.
