Danny Winn's whirlwind acting career began to take off in 2015, just as he met veteran director Rich Sickler on the set of WGN America's "Manhattan" series. Sickler, who offered wise words about the prospects of success in the film industry, particularly for those entering at a more mature age, said, "So many are striving to get in at a young age, but as they mature, they start dropping out and pursuing other paths. So as a mature actor, there's less competition aside from the small percentage of those young actors who made it."
Born in El Paso, Texas, Danny attributes his passion for diverse roles partly to his childhood, growing up as a military brat in three tropical regions, including Hawaii, Key West, and the atoll of Kwajalein in the Pacific. He founded his film production company, Dare to Dream, by chance, and has since been the embodiment of his friend's words, with close to 30 credits and films on his ever-bustling schedule through 2022.
Danny's determination to pursue his creative dreams has inspired many, and he has already launched the Danny Winn Master Class: Acting From A to Z, helping aspiring and working actors of all ages develop their natural gifts and learn the "do's and don'ts" of the industry. He also teaches the importance of keeping a positive attitude and mastering the art of self-promotion.
Driven by his upbeat attitude and inspiring work ethic, Danny has been an unstoppable creative force since "catching the acting bug" on the set of the NBC medical drama "The Night Shift." He has worked alongside notable actors such as Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, and Vincent D'Onofrio, among many others.
Among Danny's favorite roles are his turns as a campaign contributor on the Epix comedy series "Graves," his lead role as Priest Paul in the supernatural thriller "The Crossbreed," and his key character "Happy Jim" in the true-life Western "Deadman Standing." He has also been cast as career military man Tom Harris in the futuristic sci-fi drama "The Enemy Is Coming" and is attached to three upcoming Westerns.
Danny's production company, Dare To Dream Films, has produced films such as "The Crossbreed" and "Deadman Standing," and is currently working on projects like "My Dearest Jane," "Oneida Flats," "Barren," and "Tree Secrets." He is set to star in and executive produce these films, which are written and co-produced by Maria Harrison.
Danny's name, Dare to Dream, reflects his organic and unstudied approach to success, which has applied to every previous endeavor in his life. He believes that success only happens through dedication and hard work, and that life is a constant struggle, but one that becomes more enjoyable and fulfilling when approached with the right attitude.
