Tommy Dorfman
Tommy Dorfman | |
|---|---|
 Dorfman in 2018 | |
| Born | May 13, 1992 |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2009–present |
| Spouse |
Peter Zurkuhlen (m. 2016) |
| Relatives | Andi Dorfman (cousin) |
Tommy Dorfman (born May 13, 1992[1]) is an American actor known for playing the role of Ryan Shaver in the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why (2017).[2]
Biography
Dorfman was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia,[3] to a Jewish family. Dorfman graduated from Fordham University's drama program in 2015 with a B.A. in theatre arts.[4][3] After graduating, they were cast in the role of Ryan Shaver on the Netflix drama 13 Reasons Why, which premiered in 2017.[5] Also that year, they helped design a fashion collection with ASOS,[6] and, in October, were honored with the Rising Star Award by GLAAD.[4]
In Spring 2019, Dorfman made their New York theatrical debut in The New Group's production of Jeremy O. Harris' play Daddy, directed by Danya Taymor.
Personal life
Dorfman is gay.[3] Dorfman and Peter Zurkuhlen became engaged in April 2015 and were married in Portland, Maine, on November 12, 2016.[citation needed]
In November 2017, Dorfman came out as non-binary.[7]
They are a cousin of The Bachelorette star Andi Dorfman. In high school, Dorfman dated Violet Chachki.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Foreign Exchange | Student | Short film |
| 2013 | In My Skin | Julian | Short film |
| 2016 | i-Witness | Rob Jr. | Episode: "The Smith Sisters" |
| 2017–2018; 2020 | 13 Reasons Why | Ryan Shaver | Recurring (Seasons 1–2) Guest (Season 4); 18 episodes |
| 2019 | Jane the Virgin[8] | Bobby | Recurring role |
| 2019 | American Princess | Nick | Recurring role |
| 2019 | Insatiable[9][10] | Jonathan | 2 episodes |
| 2020 | Love, Victor | Justin | Episode: “Boys’ Trip” |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars | Guest Judge | Episode: “Snatch Game of Love” |
| 2020 | Love in the Time of Corona | Oscar[11] | Upcoming limited series, main role |
| TBA | Fluidity | Daniel |
References
- ^ Emily [@tommydorfmans] (May 13, 2018). "Happy birthday to my precious angel [...]" (Tweet). Retweeted by tommydorfman – via Twitter.
- ^ "Out 13 Reasons Why Star Tommy Dorfman Responds to Brazilian Homophobia". The Advocate. October 17, 2017. Retrieved November 8, 2017.
- ^ a b c Wheeler, André-Naquian (June 5, 2017). "tommy dorfman is the 'unapologetically queer' actor from '13 reasons why'". i-d. Retrieved November 8, 2017.
- ^ a b Loizzo-Desai, Alexandra (October 31, 2017). "Fordham Theatre Grad Honored by GLAAD". Fordham News. Retrieved November 8, 2017.
- ^ "Tommy Doorman Wants to Use Acting for Advocacy". Paper Magazine. September 27, 2017. Retrieved November 7, 2017.
- ^ "13 reasons why's tommy dorfman has released an awesome fashion collection". MTV UK. November 5, 2017. Retrieved November 8, 2017.
- ^ Peoples, Landon (November 16, 2017). "Tommy Dorfman's Latest Fashion Statement: Gender". refinery29.com. Retrieved May 8, 2020.
"Growing up, I hated the idea that clothing was gendered. I identify as non-binary," he reveals.
- ^ ’13 Reasons Why’ Star Tommy Dorfman Joins Final Season of ‘Jane the Virgin’ (Exclusive) by Matt Donnelly, The Wrap. Retrieved September 13, 2018.
- ^ ""Insatiable" Full Brazilian (TV Episode 2019)". IMDb.
- ^ ""Insatiable" Eat and Run (TV Episode 2019)". IMDb.
- ^ Ramos, Dino-Ray (June 29, 2020). "'Love In The Time Of Corona': Freeform Sets Leslie Odom Jr., Nicolette Robinson, Tommy Dorfman, Rainey Qualley And 4 More For Limited Series Event". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
