- Born
- Birth nameBrenden Matthew Carrillo
- Height1.80 m
- Raised just outside of theme-park hot spot Orlando, FL, Brenden Matthew Carrillo got his start in entertainment by performing in commercials for companies like Disney and Universal in his formative years, as well as playing characters at the parks, including the infamous role of the Grinch at Universal Studios.
Brenden always had an interest in peculiar characters with a striking on-screen presence. He thrives on story-telling by bringing characters to life through his unique physicality and expressions, his wide vocal range, and through screenwriting.
He has recently partnered with up-and-coming Director Shane Hanson on several writing projects as well as short films.
This young actor strongly admires the unique character work of Sam Rockwell, Johnny Depp, Jim Carrey, and the late Heath Ledger.- IMDb mini biography by: Brenden Carrillo
- One of his first acting jobs, aside from commercials, was the role of The Grinch at Universal Studios. Landing the role at just 20-years-old, without any prior theater experience.
- The documentary "I Am Heath Ledger" is what officially inspired him to pursue acting full-time.
- Despite most people assuming he is Italian due to his features and last name, he is actually half Puerto Rican from his father's side. While his mother is of Irish descent.
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