David Lambert is an American actor and musician, best known for his role as Brandon Foster in the acclaimed Freeform series The Fosters.
Born on November 29, 1993, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Lambert grew up in a diverse household with a Puerto Rican mother and an American father of Irish, English, German, and French descent.
His early life was marked by frequent moves due to his father’s business, living in places like England, Texas, Taiwan, and eventually settling in Georgia.
Homeschooled by his parents, Lambert developed a passion for the performing arts at a young age, beginning his acting career in theater at just three years old with a role in The Wizard of Oz.
Beyond acting, he is a talented musician, proficient in playing the piano, trumpet, and electric guitar, and possesses a strong tenor singing voice.
Siblings
David has a younger brother named Jon Gabriel, as well as a younger sister named Gigi.
While not much is known about the two, David has occasionally referenced them in interviews and social media posts, indicating a close familial bond.
Career
Lambert’s career began in theater, where he performed in productions like The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (as Mr. Tumnus), Seussical (as Mr. Mayor), and The Jungle Book (as Phao).
His transition to television came in 2007 with a guest role as Jalen in Tyler Perry’s House of Payne.
The following year, he made his film debut in the TV movie Pretty/Handsome, playing a young Bob Fitzpayne.
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His big break arrived in 2009 when he landed the role of Jason Landers in the Disney XD series Aaron Stone, portraying the socially awkward brother of the titular character.
In 2010, Lambert starred as Danny “Goose” Gustavo in the Disney Channel movie Den Brother, further solidifying his presence in family-oriented entertainment.
He continued to build his resume with roles in A Smile as Big as the Moon (2012) as Steve Bennett, a boy with ADHD and Tourette syndrome, and in the indie film The Lifeguard (2013) opposite Kristen Bell.
However, his most iconic role came in 2013 when he was cast as Brandon Foster in The Fosters.
The series, which ran until 2018, followed the lives of a diverse family led by a same-sex couple, earning critical praise for its portrayal of contemporary issues.
Lambert reprised his role in the spin-off Good Trouble, appearing in guest spots as recently as 2019.
Accolades
Lambert’s work has garnered recognition, particularly for his role in The Fosters.
In 2014, he was nominated for a Teen Choice Award in the category of Choice Summer TV Star: Male, reflecting his popularity among younger audiences.
While he has yet to win major individual awards, the success of The Fosters—which won seven awards and received 32 nominations, including GLAAD Media Awards for its representation of LGBTQ+ themes—underscores the impact of his contribution to the series.
His performances in Aaron Stone and Den Brother also received praise, cementing his reputation as a versatile actor capable of excelling in both action and family genres.
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