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Upon moving to Los Angeles, Bradley began producing online commercials before developing his own original, scripted comedy series, Squatters. Squatters caught the attention of National Public Radio's ''[[The Story with Dick Gordon]]'' and ''[[Tubefilter|TubeFilter News]]'' leading to the 14 episodes launched on [[DailyMotion]] as their first original comedy web series.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Hustvedt|first1=Marc|title='Squatters' Hit Dailymotion Tomorrow|url=http://www.tubefilter.com/2010/05/31/squatters-hit-dailymotion-tomorrow/|accessdate=March 29, 2017|work=TubeFilter News|date=May 31, 2010}}</ref> |
Upon moving to Los Angeles, Bradley began producing online commercials before developing his own original, scripted comedy series, Squatters. Squatters caught the attention of National Public Radio's ''[[The Story with Dick Gordon]]'' and ''[[Tubefilter|TubeFilter News]]'' leading to the 14 episodes launched on [[DailyMotion]] as their first original comedy web series.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Hustvedt|first1=Marc|title='Squatters' Hit Dailymotion Tomorrow|url=http://www.tubefilter.com/2010/05/31/squatters-hit-dailymotion-tomorrow/|accessdate=March 29, 2017|work=TubeFilter News|date=May 31, 2010}}</ref> |
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Bradley appeared in ''[[Frankenstein, MD]]'' as Eli Lavenza, a modern adaptation of Elizabeth Lavenza, from [[Mary Shelly]]'s 1823 novel ''[[Frankenstein]]''. The webseries, produced by [[PBS Digital Studios]] and Pemberley Digital, premiered on August 19, 2014 and concluded October 31, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|title=Eli Lavenza|url=http://www.pemberleydigital.com/frankenstein-md/characters/eli-lavenza/|website=Pemberley Digital|accessdate=March 29, 2017}}</ref> |
Bradley appeared in ''[[Frankenstein, MD]]'' as Eli Lavenza, a modern adaptation of Elizabeth Lavenza, from [[Mary Shelly]]'s 1823 novel ''[[Frankenstein]]''. The webseries, produced by [[PBS Digital Studios]] and Pemberley Digital, premiered on August 19, 2014 and concluded October 31, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|title=Eli Lavenza|url=http://www.pemberleydigital.com/frankenstein-md/characters/eli-lavenza/|website=Pemberley Digital|accessdate=March 29, 2017}}</ref> |
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Brendan Bradley | |
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| Born | Brendan Andolsek Bradley[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Film actor Film producer Screenwriter Film director |
| Years active | 2006-present |
Brendan Andolsek Bradley (born May 5, 1983) is an American actor, producer, writer, and director, best known for playing the advertising character Guy in television and radio commercials for Staples.[2][3] He has been noted for his work in over 100 webisodes for the Fine Brothers, Comedy Central, Machinima and others.[4] He was the director of Non-Transferable, a romantic comedy film.[5][6]
Education
Bradley graduated from Durham Academy in Durham, North Carolina with a high school degree, and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with Honors in Theater from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. While attending New York University, Bradley spent some time in London at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art studying Shakespeare in Performance.[7][8]
Career
Upon moving to Los Angeles, Bradley began producing online commercials before developing his own original, scripted comedy series, Squatters. Squatters caught the attention of National Public Radio's The Story with Dick Gordon and TubeFilter News leading to the 14 episodes launched on DailyMotion as their first original comedy web series.[9]
Bradley appeared in Frankenstein, MD as Eli Lavenza, a modern adaptation of Elizabeth Lavenza, from Mary Shelly's 1823 novel Frankenstein. The webseries, produced by PBS Digital Studios and Pemberley Digital, premiered on August 19, 2014 and concluded October 31, 2014.[10]
He began his role as Guy, the quirky, fast-talking Staples clerk in January 2015,[2] and he is currently its national spokesperson.[11]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Haves and the Have Nots (TV series) | Officer Welles | Episode: "It's Ok To Love" |
| 2015 | Elementary | Timothy Wagner/Otto Neuhaus/Evan Farrow | Episode: "Tag, You're Me" |
| 2015 | Muzzled The Musical | Prince Dashing | 3 Episodes |
| 2014 | Frankenstein, MD | Eli Lavenza | 13 episodes |
| 2013 | Mr. Box Office | Lars Frankenheimer | Episode: "Fifty Shades of Gray Hair" |
| 2012 | NCIS (TV series) | Guest | Episode: "Devil's Trifecta " |
| 2012 | Wizards of Waverly Place | Hank Russo | Episode: "Rock Around The Clock" |
| 2011 | Death Valley | Officer Brown | Episode: "Assault on Precinct UTF" |
| 2010 | Squatters | Hank Pitman | Series Regular, Writer, Director |
| 2009 | The Legend of Neil | Male Fairy | 3 Episodes |
Recognition
Brendan was interviewed on National Public Radio's The Story with Dick Gordon on September 9, 2009 about his experiences writing and producing online commercials and entertainment.[12] The Method Fest Independent Film Festival recognized his performance in September 12 by giving him the Best Actor Award in 2009.[13]
References
- ^ a b "Brendan Andolsek Bradley from Durham, North Carolina". VoterRecords.com. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ a b Maddox, Kate (February 6, 2015). "Staples Launches New Campaign Aimed at Small Businesses". AdvertisingAge. Retrieved 29 December 2016.
- ^ Meehan, Megan (December 23, 2016). "Interview with actor Brendan Bradley, also known as 'The Staples Guy'". Blasting News. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ Carrie, Stephanie (29 August 2013). "The Tangled Web We Watch: That Awkward Exit After a One-Night-Stand". LA Weekly. Retrieved 29 December 2016.
- ^ Gutelle, Sam. "Turkish Airlines Gets In On The YouTuber Film Trend With 'Non-Transferable'". Tubefilter.
- ^ Lazar, Shira (23 February 2016). "How Do You Make a Movie in Europe With Almost No Budget?". Huffington Post. Retrieved 21 March 2017.
- ^ "Brendan Bradley". LinkedIn. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ "About Brendan". brendanabradley.com.
- ^ Hustvedt, Marc (May 31, 2010). "'Squatters' Hit Dailymotion Tomorrow". TubeFilter News. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ "Eli Lavenza". Pemberley Digital. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ "Résumé of Brendan Bradley". resumes.breakdownexpress.com. Actors Access. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
- ^ "Making Good on YouTube". The Story with Dick Gordon. NPR. September 9, 2009. Archived from the original (mp3) on September 11, 2009. Retrieved March 29, 2017.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "2010 Method Fest, Independent Film Festival, Calabasas, California". methodfest.com. Retrieved 29 December 2016.