Andrew Matarazzo facts for kids

Andrew Matarazzo (born March 4, 1997) is an actor, singer, and author. He is from both Brazil and the United States. Andrew is best known for his role in the TV show Teen Wolf on MTV. He joined the show in its last season.

Andrew Matarazzo's Early Life

Andrew Matarazzo was born in São Paulo, Brazil. He grew up mostly in Miami, Florida. His family was very diverse and spoke many languages. Andrew learned to speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

His mother, Jade Matarazzo, is a leader in the Latino arts community. She helps introduce international artists to American audiences. Andrew performed on stage when he was a child. He decided to act in movies after watching the film Stand by Me, which starred River Phoenix.

Andrew studied at the American School in England (TASIS) near London. He also spent time at the University of the Arts (Philadelphia) and the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) in Los Angeles.

Andrew Matarazzo's Acting Career

In Los Angeles, Andrew Matarazzo got roles in several short films. These films were shown at big events like the Tribeca Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival. He then played small parts in many TV shows. Some of these shows include HBO's Girls and MTV's Faking It. He also appeared in Criminal Minds on CBS and Speechless on ABC.

In 2016, Andrew tried out for a part in Teen Wolf. He did not get that specific role. However, two weeks later, the show's executive producer, Jeff Davis, contacted him. They wanted Andrew for a three-episode story. After seeing his acting, the show's writers decided to keep him. Andrew's character, Gabe, became one of the main bad guys until the show's final episode.

Andrew Matarazzo's Film and Television Roles

Andrew Matarazzo has appeared in various movies and TV shows. Here is a list of some of his work:

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