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Flynn is managed by PCM International. He moved to [[Los Angeles]] to pursue an acting career. Before making his acting debut, Flynn worked with director, [[Jake Scott (director)|Jake Scott]] in 2013, by appearing in a [[Taco Bell]] commercial . In the same year, he made his acting debut when he landed the role of Liret in a short movie called ''80 in 10''. He did a campaign of "Silk" for photographer Bryony Shearmur. |
Flynn is managed by PCM International. He moved to [[Los Angeles]] to pursue an acting career. Before making his acting debut, Flynn worked with director, [[Jake Scott (director)|Jake Scott]] in 2013, by appearing in a [[Taco Bell]] commercial . In the same year, he made his acting debut when he landed the role of Liret in a short movie called ''80 in 10''. He did a campaign of "Silk" for photographer Bryony Shearmur. |
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In February 2014, Flynn landed a guest role on the hit [[CBS]] television series, ''[[Hawaii Five-0 (2010 TV series)|Hawaii Five-0]]'', in an episode entitled, "Hoku Welowelo"; Flynn played the role of Nick Spitz, opposite actress [[Melanie Griffith]]. Flynn also co-produced his short movie called ''Solely''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcmintl.com/endorsements/billy-flynn|title=Endorsement Billy Flynn| publisher=pcmintl.com|date=|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcmintl.com/actors/billy-flynn/|title=Actor Billy Flynn| publisher=pcmintl.com|date=|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref> In August 2014, DAYS co-executive producer, Greg Meng confirmed to [[Soap Opera Digest]] that Flynn had joined the cast of [[NBC]] soap opera ''[[Days of Our Lives]]'', as a recast of [[Chad DiMera]], previously played by actor [[Casey Deidrick]]. Flynn |
In February 2014, Flynn landed a guest role on the hit [[CBS]] television series, ''[[Hawaii Five-0 (2010 TV series)|Hawaii Five-0]]'', in an episode entitled, "Hoku Welowelo"; Flynn played the role of Nick Spitz, opposite actress [[Melanie Griffith]]. Flynn also co-produced his short movie called ''Solely''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcmintl.com/endorsements/billy-flynn|title=Endorsement Billy Flynn| publisher=pcmintl.com|date=|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pcmintl.com/actors/billy-flynn/|title=Actor Billy Flynn| publisher=pcmintl.com|date=|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref> In August 2014, DAYS co-executive producer, Greg Meng confirmed to [[Soap Opera Digest]] that Flynn had joined the cast of [[NBC]] soap opera ''[[Days of Our Lives]]'', as a recast of [[Chad DiMera]], previously played by actor [[Casey Deidrick]]. Flynn debuted on September 12, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|last=|first=|url=http://www.soapoperadigest.com/content/exclusive-days-announces-new-chad|title=EXCLUSIVE! DAYS ANNOUNCES NEW CHAD| publisher=soapoperadigest.com|date=August 12, 2014|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=J Kroll|first=Dan|url=http://soapcentral.com/days/news/2014/0812-flynn.php|title=Billy Flynn joins DAYS as Chad recast| work=[[SoapCentral]]|date=August 12, 2014|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=|first=|url=http://michaelfairmansoaps.com/news/billy-flynn-revealed-as-the-new-chad-dimera-on-days-of-our-lives/2014/08/12/|title=Billy Flynn Revealed As The New Chad DiMera On Days of our Lives!| work=[[Michael Fairman On-Air On-Soaps]]|date=August 12, 2014|accessdate=August 14, 2014}}</ref> In October 2016 ''[[Deadline Hollywood|Deadline]]'' confirmed that Flynn has booked a role in the thriller movie called "D.O.A. Blood River"<ref>{{cite web|last=Duka|first=Amanda N'|url=http://deadline.com/2016/10/d-o-a-blood-river-casts-ronnie-gene-blevins-death-wish-cast-1201838040/|title=Thriller ‘D.O.A. Blood River’ Sets Cast; Ronnie Gene Blevins Joins ‘Death Wish’|website=[[Deadline Hollywood]]|publisher=[[Penske Media Corporation]]|date=October 17, 2016}}</ref> |
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== Filmography == |
== Filmography == |
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Billy Flynn | |
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| Born | May 29, 1985 |
| Alma mater | St. Cloud State University |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Agent | PCM International |
| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Spouse |
Gina Comparetto (m. 2016) |
William "Billy" Flynn (born May 29, 1985)[1] is an American actor and producer. He is known for portraying the role of Chad DiMera on the NBC soap opera, Days of Our Lives.[2]
Early life
Flynn was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Flynn graduated from St. Cloud State University in 2007, earning a Finance degree and minor in Economics. In the same year, Flynn did his internship and worked at Accenture as a Financial analyst.[3] In 2010, Flynn got a job at Warner Bros. Studios, where he worked for four years, as an analyst.[4][5]
Personal life
Flynn became engaged to girlfriend Gina Comparetto on May 29, 2015, his 30th birthday.[6] He and Comparetto married on October 1, 2016.[7]
Career
Flynn is managed by PCM International. He moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. Before making his acting debut, Flynn worked with director, Jake Scott in 2013, by appearing in a Taco Bell commercial . In the same year, he made his acting debut when he landed the role of Liret in a short movie called 80 in 10. He did a campaign of "Silk" for photographer Bryony Shearmur.
In February 2014, Flynn landed a guest role on the hit CBS television series, Hawaii Five-0, in an episode entitled, "Hoku Welowelo"; Flynn played the role of Nick Spitz, opposite actress Melanie Griffith. Flynn also co-produced his short movie called Solely.[8][9] In August 2014, DAYS co-executive producer, Greg Meng confirmed to Soap Opera Digest that Flynn had joined the cast of NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives, as a recast of Chad DiMera, previously played by actor Casey Deidrick. Flynn debuted on September 12, 2014.[10][11][12] In October 2016 Deadline confirmed that Flynn has booked a role in the thriller movie called "D.O.A. Blood River"[13]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 80 in 10 | Liret | Short film |
| 2014 | Solely | Michael | Short film |
| 2017 | Escape Room | Victor | Post-production |
| 2017 | Dead On Arrival | Sam Collins | Post-production |
| 2017 | Willowbrook | Kyle | Post-production |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Hawaii Five-0 | Nick Spitz | Season four, episode 16 |
| 2014–present | Days of Our Lives | Chad DiMera | Main role |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime Emmy Award | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | Days of Our Lives | Nominated |
References
- ^ Hernandez, Greg (October 21, 2014). "Thursday Morning Man: Billy Flynn!". greginhollywood.com. Retrieved September 4, 2014.
- ^ Bowe, Julian (August 12, 2014). "Days of Our Lives Confirms Billy Flynn as New Chad". Daytime Confidential. Retrieved August 15, 2014.
- ^ Kenneally, Tim (September 7, 2014). "'Days of our Lives' Newcomer Billy Flynn on the New Chad DiMera: He's 'Going to Piss Off a Lot of People' (Exclusive)". thewrap.com. Retrieved September 5, 2014.
- ^ Di Lauro, Janet. "Meet Days of Our Lives' New Chad: Billy Flynn". about.com. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ Wilows, Mark Edward (November 27, 2014). "Days of our Lives Billy Flynn taking Chad to new heights". Soapdom.com. Retrieved October 8, 2014.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE! DAYS STAR ENGAGED!". SOD. Soap Opera Digest. August 18, 2015. Retrieved July 13, 2015.
- ^ Fairman, Michael (October 2, 2016). "Billy Flynn Marries Gina Comparetta". Michaelfairmansoaps.com. Retrieved October 4, 2016.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ "Endorsement Billy Flynn". pcmintl.com. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ "Actor Billy Flynn". pcmintl.com. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE! DAYS ANNOUNCES NEW CHAD". soapoperadigest.com. August 12, 2014. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ J Kroll, Dan (August 12, 2014). "Billy Flynn joins DAYS as Chad recast". SoapCentral. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ "Billy Flynn Revealed As The New Chad DiMera On Days of our Lives!". Michael Fairman On-Air On-Soaps. August 12, 2014. Retrieved August 14, 2014.
- ^ Duka, Amanda N' (October 17, 2016). "Thriller 'D.O.A. Blood River' Sets Cast; Ronnie Gene Blevins Joins 'Death Wish'". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation.
- ^ "The 44th Annual Daytime Emmy Award Nominations" (PDF). New York City: emmyonline.org and National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. March 22, 2017. Retrieved March 22, 2017.
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External links
- Billy Flynn on X
- Billy Flynn at IMDb
