Casey Cott

American actor from 'Riverdale'

Casey Cott - American actor from 'Riverdale'
Born

August 8th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor gained recognition for portraying Kevin Keller in the television series 'Riverdale'. The series is a modern adaptation of the Archie Comics characters and premiered in 2017. The role involved navigating themes of identity and social issues within a dramatic narrative. Prior to this achievement, participated in theater productions and earned a degree in acting from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama. The multifaceted performances showcased versatility across various genres.

Portrayed Kevin Keller in 'Riverdale'

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