Reece Thompson facts for kids

Reece Daniel Thompson (born November 22, 1988) is a retired Canadian actor and musician. He began his career as a child, lending his voice to animated shows. He later appeared in TV shows and movies.

Thompson is best known for his leading role in the 2007 movie Rocket Science. He also played Craig in the popular 2012 film The Perks of Being a Wallflower. After a long acting career, he retired in 2021 to focus on music.

Early Life and First Steps in Acting

Reece Thompson grew up in a small town near Vancouver, Canada. From a young age, he told his parents he wanted to be an actor. To support his dream, his whole family started working as extras in movies and TV shows filmed in Vancouver. Extras are people who appear in the background of scenes.

After sixth grade, Thompson decided to leave regular school. His mother homeschooled him so he could focus on his passion. He also joined an acting school, where he met an agent who helped him find auditions and start his professional career.

Acting Career

Voice Acting and Early TV Roles

Thompson's career began with voice acting for animated TV shows. He provided voices for characters in shows like Infinite Ryvius, MegaMan NT Warrior, and InuYasha. He also had small parts in live-action shows such as Jeremiah and Tru Calling.

His first major TV role was in 2002 on the Canadian children's show I Love Mummy, where he played James Barns. He also appeared in three episodes of the science fiction series Stargate Atlantis as the character Jinto.

Breakthrough in Movies

Thompson's first big movie role was in Rocket Science (2007). He played Hal Hefner, a high school student with a stutter who decides to join the debate team. The movie was a success at the Sundance Film Festival and helped make Thompson more famous.

After Rocket Science, he appeared in more movies, including:

• Assassination of a High School President (2009)
• Daydream Nation (2010)
• Ceremony (2010)
• Bloodworth (2011)

In 2012, he played the character Craig in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. This movie was based on a very popular book and became a fan favorite. Thompson officially retired from acting in 2021.

Music Career

Besides acting, Thompson has always been passionate about music. Before starting his solo project, he was in a band called The Chrysalids with his friend and fellow actor, Landon Liboiron.

Solo Work as D1me

In 2024, Thompson released his first solo album, Dime a Dozen, using the stage name D1me. The album mixes different styles like alternative rock, indie, and hip-hop. His friend Landon Liboiron also worked on some of the songs. Some tracks from the album include "The Ocean," "Bow Down," and "Lady Luck."

In February 2025, Thompson released his second album, SyNESTHESiA. This 17-track album explores a mix of sounds, including R&B, pop, and electronic music. After the album, he released two new songs: "Hate Everybody" and "Baby Powder."

Personal Life

Reece Thompson splits his time between Vancouver, Canada, and Los Angeles, California. He also co-founded an online comedy group called "Jitterbug Productions."

Filmography

See also

In Spanish: Reece Thompson para niños