Keean Johnson, born on October 25, 1996, in the foothills of the Colorado Rockies, is an American actor and dancer.
Raised in Boulder, Colorado, by a British father, Mark Johnson, and an American mother of three-quarters Hispanic descent, Keean grew up in a culturally diverse household.
Homeschooled for much of his life, he pursued his passions for acting, dance, music, and photography from a young age.
His early exposure to the performing arts, starting with a professional acting debut at age 11, set the stage for a career that spans Broadway, television, and major films.
Known for his charismatic presence and ability to tackle diverse roles, Keean has become a recognizable figure in the entertainment industry.
Siblings
Keean has a younger brother named Cade Johnson.
Born in 1999, Cade, like Keean, was homeschooled during their childhood in Colorado, fostering a tight-knit family dynamic.
Cade has also ventured into acting, albeit on a smaller scale, with a notable appearance in the History Channel’s biopic Reagan, where he portrayed a role in the story of the former U.S. president.
While Cade’s career is less prominent than Keean’s, his foray into acting suggests a shared passion for the arts.
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Career
Johnson’s career began at the tender age of 11 when he debuted professionally in the play Plainsong at the Denver Center for Performing Arts.
His talent caught the eye of casting director Nora Brennan, leading to his casting in the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Billy Elliot in 2008.
After performing over 300 shows in New York and later in Chicago, Keean’s family relocated to Los Angeles to support his growing ambitions in television and film.
His television breakthrough came in 2013 with the lead role of Adam Freeman in the action-horror series Spooksville, which aired on the Hub Network.
He further showcased his range with recurring roles in popular series like Nashville as Colt Wheeler, The Fosters as Tony, and Euphoria as Daniel.
On the big screen, Keean’s portrayal of Hugo in the 2019 cyberpunk action film Alita: Battle Angel, directed by Robert Rodriguez and produced by James Cameron, marked a significant milestone, earning him widespread recognition.
Other notable film credits include Low Tide, Midway, Cut Throat City, and The Ultimate Playlist of Noise. His ability to seamlessly transition between genres—drama, action, horror, and comedy—has solidified his status as an emerging talent in Hollywood.
Accolades
Johnson’s performances have earned him critical attention and industry recognition, particularly early in his career.
In 2014, his leading role in Spooksville garnered two nominations at the Young Artist Awards: one for Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) – Leading Young Actor and another for Outstanding Young Ensemble in a TV Series, shared with his co-stars.
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