Bryan Massey, a talented individual, was born in Pontiac, Michigan, but his life took a dramatic turn when he was just seven years old, as his family relocated to Dallas, Texas. This marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, as Bryan's passion for acting was ignited at the tender age of nine, when he won the local paper's talent show by lip-syncing to Steve Martin's "King Tut." This early success sparked a creative fire within him, and Bryan began to explore his interests in cartooning and filmmaking.
At the age of thirteen, Bryan's dad purchased a Super 8mm camera, which became his trusted companion as he spent his weekends shooting comedic action shorts with his neighborhood friends and family. This early experience laid the foundation for his future endeavors, as Bryan's creativity and enthusiasm continued to flourish.
During his high school years, Bryan's commitment to theater conflicted with his football schedule, ultimately leading him to drop out of the sport. However, this decision allowed him to focus on his acting pursuits, which would become a defining aspect of his life.
After completing his high school education, Bryan attended college, where he excelled in various aspects of the performing arts. He played lead roles in several musicals, participated in community theater, and even made short films with his friends on campus. Additionally, Bryan's impressive cheerleading skills earned him a nationally ranked position on the squad.
Upon earning his Associate's Degree in Radio/Television, Bryan decided to pursue his acting career in earnest, relocating to Hollywood and securing his SAG card by playing a Nazi on the popular television show "The X-Files." After spending four years in Los Angeles, Bryan returned to his hometown of Texas, where he continued to hone his craft by working in local improvisation troupes and writing his own projects.
Despite the lack of a local agent, Bryan's determination and perseverance eventually led him to secure a stint on the hit television show "Prison Break," after crashing the audition. This experience marked a significant turning point in his career, as he was soon signed with a local agent and began to explore his love of cartoons through voice-over work for various anime shows and video games.
Throughout his career, Bryan has booked numerous commercials, acted in short films and independent productions, and landed more prominent roles. Some of his notable performances include playing Detective Brinkley in the film "Mad Money," alongside Diane Keaton and Ted Danson, and Skeeter, an oil man friend to Josh Brolin's portrayal of George W. Bush in Oliver Stone's critically acclaimed film "W." Bryan's impressive resume also includes a role in Judd Apatow's highly anticipated comedy "Year One," starring Jack Black and Michael Cera, set to release on June 19th.
