Keyan Richards

Originally from West Virginia, the dynamic and versatile 18-year-old actor Keyan is rapidly establishing himself in the entertainment industry. He loves being able to put himself in other people’s shoes and express his emotions in unique ways. He first gained his love of acting through reading fictional stories and putting himself into the perspective of the main character. This inspired him to change his mind set and become curious about working in the entertainment industry. Beyond his on-screen talents, he brings a diverse range of skills to his work, including holding a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, and the ability to perform in British, Country, and Australian accents. His athletic abilities extend to basketball and swimming, and he is also skilled in shooting rifles and pistols. He hopes to land more exciting lead roles and meet other talented individuals. Keyan honed his craft under the guidance of renowned acting coach Crystal De La Cruz and through classes with Amber Horn. He has enjoyed his work so far in drama and horror, and he hopes to expand his love for acting to other genres such as action and comedy. His growing and diverse credits include voiceover work for a Credit One Bank Commercial and a range of compelling on-screen roles. He captivated audiences as one of the leads in the YouTube series "XO High" (dir. Gabriel Mayorquin) and “The Missing Teacher" (dir. Leah Bleich) and has secured lead roles in several upcoming short films, "Mercy" (dir. Ella West Jerrier), “Light in the Shadows" (dir. Joseph Proctor), and a film titled "Tadpole". Additionally, Keyan holds a supporting role in the highly anticipated feature "Billy the Kid" (dir. Michael Feifer) and has appeared in projects such as Dhar Mann's "BULLIED KID To MILLIONAIRE YouTuber." With a strong foundation and an impressive trajectory both on and off-screen, Keyan is undoubtedly a talent to watch as he continues to build a significant and impactful career.