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Gianni Paolo
BornGianni Vincent Paolo
(1996-05-27) May 27, 1996 (age 28)
Providence, Rhode Island, US
Occupations
Years active2016–present
Websiteinstagram.com/giannivpaolo

Gianni Vincent Paolo (born (1996-05-27)May 27, 1996), 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. He is also notable for portraying Chaz in the 2019 horror film Ma.

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.

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.

Filmography

Film
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2019 Ma Chaz Main role
2016 Arlo: The Burping Pig Guy In Park main role
Television
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2020–2024 Power Book II: Ghost Brayden Weston Main role
2018–2019 Power Brayden Weston Recurring role
2018 The Fosters Bryan Episode: "Mother's Day"
2017 Chance Young Lambert Episode: "Define Normal"
2017 The Mick Jordan Episode: "The Divorce"
Music video
Year Artist(s) Title Role Ref.
2017 Ellie Goulding & Kygo "First Time" Himself

References

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  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. ^ 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. "Gianni Paolo". TVGuide.com. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  8. ^ Muhammad, Latifah (January 28, 2022). "'Power Book II': How to Watch 50 Cent's Hit Series Online". Billboard. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  9. 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.
  10. ^ Express, Daily (March 14, 2021). "Gianni Paolo: What else has the Power Book 2 star been in?". Head Topics. Retrieved March 6, 2022.
  11. "Gianni Paolo | Apple TV". Apple TV. Retrieved March 7, 2022.
  12. Angelo, Ray (February 11, 2022). "Gianni Paolo's Girlfriend: Who Is The Actor Dating and all". The Artistree. Retrieved March 5, 2022.

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