Emory Cohen was born in the vibrant city of New York, a place where creativity and inspiration seem to permeate every corner. He went on to attend Elisabeth Irwin High School, where he likely honed his skills and developed a passion for the performing arts. After completing his secondary education, Cohen pursued his acting dreams at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where he received a full scholarship to study his craft.
Cohen's early career was marked by his breakout role as Leo, the son of Julia Houston's character, on the hit NBC series Smash in 2012. This experience likely helped him to gain valuable insight into the world of television and laid the groundwork for his future endeavors.
In the world of film, Cohen has made a name for himself with standout roles in projects such as The Place Beyond the Pines, in which he starred alongside Hollywood heavyweights Bradley Cooper and Ryan Gosling. His portrayal of the troubled teen AJ in this film showcased his impressive range and ability to bring depth to his characters.
In 2013, Cohen appeared in the critically acclaimed film Beneath the Harvest Sky, where he played the role of Casper, a loyal friend caught up in the illegal prescription drug trade in northern Maine. This film, which was screened at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival, was written, directed, and produced by Aron Gaudet and Gita Pullapilly, whose documentary, The Way We Get By, was nominated for a national Emmy.
In 2014, Cohen wrapped production on Paramount's The Gambler, a film that starred Mark L. Walberg and was directed by Rupert Wyatt. He also began shooting the feature film Brooklyn, based on the novel by Colm Tóibín. In this film, Cohen portrays Tony, the love interest of Saoirse Ronan's character.
Cohen's upcoming projects include Stealing Cars, a feature film directed by Bradley Kaplan and produced by Rachel Winter, the producer of Dallas Buyers Club. Scheduled for release in 2015, this film marks another exciting chapter in the young actor's career, which is sure to be filled with many more memorable performances.
