Griffin Gluck
American actor known for 'Big Time Adolescence'
Born
August 24th, 2000
24 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 2000, one of the prominent figures in young adult acting. Achieved recognition through performances in various films and television series. Played a leading role in the film 'Big Time Adolescence', which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Also featured in the Netflix series 'Away' and the popular show 'The Goldbergs'. Developed a reputation for playing relatable characters that resonate with younger audiences.
Played a leading role in 'Big Time Adolescence'
Starred in Netflix's 'Away'
Appeared in 'The Goldbergs'
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