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Gianni Vincent Paolo (born May 27, 1996),[2] is an Italian-American actor, writer and director known for playing the role of Brayden Weston on Power and its spin-off and sequel, Power Book II: Ghost.[3] He is also notable for portraying Chaz in the 2019 horror film Ma.
Gianni Paolo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Gianni Vincent Paolo May 27, 1996 |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2016–present[1] |
| Website | instagram |
Early life
editPaolo was born on May 27, 1996, in Providence, Rhode Island. In 2017, he was drafted 202nd overall in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League draft by the Shawinigan Cataractes. His rights were later acquired by the Charlottetown Islanders in exchange for a second round pick.
Paolo later moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting at the age of 19.
Career
editIn collaboration with Michael Rainey Jr., Paolo has launched an entertainment company, Twenty Two Entertainment, which is fully funded by Kenan Thompson's Artists For Artists and set to produce films, TV series, and multimedia ventures.[4]
Gianni is also known for his work on the This Past Weekend podcast hosted by comedian Theo Von.
On March 27, 2024, it was announced that Gianni has joined Sophie Turner and Katey Sagal in the Paramount Pictures thriller Trust. [5]
Filmography
edit| Film | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
| 2019 | Ma | Chaz | Main role | [6] |
| 2016 | Arlo: The Burping Pig | Guy In Park | main role | [3] |
| Television | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
| 2020–2024 | Power Book II: Ghost | Brayden Weston | Main role | [7][8] |
| 2018–2019 | Power | Brayden Weston | Recurring role | [9][8] |
| 2018 | The Fosters | Bryan | Episode: "Mother's Day" | [10] |
| 2017 | Chance | Young Lambert | Episode: "Define Normal" | [10] |
| 2017 | The Mick | Jordan | Episode: "The Divorce" | [11] |
| Music video | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Artist(s) | Title | Role | Ref. |
| 2017 | Ellie Goulding & Kygo | "First Time" | Himself | [12] |
References
edit- ^ "Arlo: The Burping Pig info, cast and crew". www.msn.com. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
- ^ "Gianni Paolo age - How old is Power Book 2 star Gianni Paolo? | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV | Express.co.uk". www.express.co.uk. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
- ^ a b Express, Daily (March 14, 2021). "Gianni Paolo: What else has the Power Book 2 star been in?". Head Topics. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
- ^ "'Power Book II: Ghost' Stars Gianni Paolo & Michael Rainey Jr. Launch Twenty Two Entertainment". Deadline. March 29, 2022. Retrieved March 30, 2022.
- ^ https://deadline.com/2024/03/katey-sagal-billy-campbell-rhys-coiro-join-sophie-turner-thriller-trust-1235869934/
- ^ "Basement Party Turned Nightmare, Gianni Paolo Previews 'Ma'". Cheddar. Retrieved March 5, 2022.
- ^ "Gianni Paolo". TVGuide.com. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
- ^ a b Muhammad, Latifah (January 28, 2022). "'Power Book II': How to Watch 50 Cent's Hit Series Online". Billboard. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
- ^ Williams, Brett; NASM (September 30, 2021). "The High Volume, Fight-Ready Workout 'Power' Actor Gianni Paolo Uses to Stay Fit". Men's Health. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
- ^ a b Express, Daily (March 14, 2021). "Gianni Paolo: What else has the Power Book 2 star been in?". Head Topics. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
- ^ "Gianni Paolo | Apple TV". Apple TV. Retrieved March 7, 2022.
- ^ Angelo, Ray (February 11, 2022). "Gianni Paolo's Girlfriend: Who Is The Actor Dating and all". The Artistree. Retrieved March 5, 2022.
External links
edit- Gianni Paolo at IMDb
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