Ryan Eggold

Date of Birth: August 10, 1984

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Ryan Eggold is an American actor best known for his roles on television series such as “The Blacklist” and “New Amsterdam.” He was born in Lakewood, California, and developed an interest in acting during his high school years. Eggold pursued his passion by studying Theater Arts at the University of Southern California, from which he graduated in 2006. Eggold’s career began with guest appearances on shows like “Veronica Mars” and “The War at Home.” He gained significant attention for his role as Ryan Matthews on the CW’s “90210” reboot. However, it was his portrayal of Tom Keen on NBC’s “The Blacklist” that truly catapulted him to fame. Eggold’s performance in “The Blacklist” was so well-received that it led to a spin-off series, “The Blacklist: Redemption.” In addition to his work on television, Eggold has appeared in several films, including “BlacKkKlansman” and “Lovesong.” He is also a talented musician and singer, often performing with his band, Eleanor Avenue.

5 Interesting Facts about Ryan Eggold

1. Ryan Eggold is also a talented musician and plays several instruments, including the guitar and piano.

2. He wrote, directed, and starred in the independent film “Literally, Right Before Aaron” in 2017.

3. Eggold has a strong interest in humanitarian work and has supported various charitable causes over the years.

4. He initially auditioned for the role of Ray Palmer/The Atom in the Arrowverse but was cast in “The Blacklist” instead.

5. He made his stage debut in the Off-Broadway production of “Daddy” in 2019.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ryan Eggold

1. “I think the best way to learn is to fail. I think the best way to learn is to try something new and it not work out and then realize, ‘Oh, I can do it this way.’”

2. “Acting is such a personal thing, which is why it can be incredibly rewarding and also terrifying.”

3. “Music has always been a huge part of my life; it’s like a therapy for me.”

4. “I think what’s most important in life is to be true to yourself and to be kind to others.”

5. “Every role you play is a part of you, and you always bring something unique to it.”