Gianni Paolo

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Gianni Paolo
Born
Gianni Vincent Paolo

(1996-05-27) May 27, 1996 (age 29)
Occupations
Years active2016–present [1]
Website instagram.com/giannivpaolo

Gianni Vincent Paolo (born May 27, 1996), [2] is an 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 .

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Early life

Paolo 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

In 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

Film
YearTitleRoleNotesRef.
2019 Ma ChazMain role [6]
2016Arlo: The Burping PigGuy In Parkmain role [3]
2025 Trust [7]
Television
YearTitleRoleNotesRef.
20202024 Power Book II: Ghost Brayden Weston Main role [8] [9]
20182019 Power Brayden WestonRecurring role [10] [9]
2018 The Fosters BryanEpisode: "Mother's Day" [11]
2017 Chance Young LambertEpisode: "Define Normal" [11]
2017 The Mick JordanEpisode: "The Divorce" [12]
Music video
YearArtist(s)TitleRoleRef.
2017 Ellie Goulding & Kygo "First Time"Himself [13]

References

  1. "Arlo: The Burping Pig info, cast and crew" . www.msn.com. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
  2. "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.
  3. 1 2 Express, Daily (March 14, 2021). "Gianni Paolo: What else has the Power Book 2 star been in?". Head Topics. Retrieved February 1, 2022.
  4. "'Power Book II: Ghost' Stars Gianni Paolo & Michael Rainey Jr. Launch Twenty Two Entertainment". Deadline. March 29, 2022. Retrieved March 30, 2022.
  5. https://deadline.com/2024/03/katey-sagal-billy-campbell-rhys-coiro-join-sophie-turner-thriller-trust-1235869934/
  6. "Basement Party Turned Nightmare, Gianni Paolo Previews 'Ma'". Cheddar. Retrieved March 5, 2022.
  7. Galuppo, Mia (February 14, 2024). "Sophie Turner to Star in Thriller 'Trust' for Republic Pictures (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 9, 2024.
  8. "Gianni Paolo". TVGuide.com. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  9. 1 2 Muhammad, Latifah (January 28, 2022). "'Power Book II': How to Watch 50 Cent's Hit Series Online". Billboard. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  10. 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.
  11. 1 2 Express, Daily (March 14, 2021). "Gianni Paolo: What else has the Power Book 2 star been in?". Head Topics. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  12. "Gianni Paolo | Apple TV" . Apple TV . Retrieved March 7, 2022.
  13. Angelo, Ray (February 11, 2022). "Gianni Paolo's Girlfriend: Who Is The Actor Dating and all". The Artistree. Retrieved March 5, 2022.