Hayden Maher

Hayden Maher is an accomplished Australian actor, director, writer, and producer, known for his versatility, dynamic presence, and deep commitment to storytelling in the entertainment industry. Born and raised in Australia, Maher’s passion for the arts began early, culminating in his graduation from the prestigious Queensland University of Technology (QUT) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting.

Over a career spanning more than a decade, Maher has built a diverse and impressive body of work across film, television, and theatre. He gained recognition for his roles in the TV series “Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.” and “Harrow,” as well as in the feature film “Harmony.” His performances are noted for their emotional depth and compelling on-screen presence, captivating audiences worldwide.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #HaydenMaher #Actor #Writer #Producer #Australia #BlondiesOutLoud #Blondies

Daniel Jongma

Daniel is an internationally recognised actor known for his leading roles in vertical series such as 'A Matter of Sin & Love' (2023) and 'I Hired a Billionaire Manny!' (2024). Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Daniel has made a strong impression on the US and Asian audiences, admired for his charming yet conflicted characters. In his free time he loves to interact with his followers through live streaming and content creation.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #DanielJongma #VerticalSeries #VerticalDramas #Actor #Australia #SydneyAustralia

Gail Bliss

Gail Returns!

Gail is a seasoned entertainer, having graced the stages of Broadway, the Grand Ole Opry and many a honky-tonk across North America. She also works as an international flight attendant and is fascinated by the various cultures worldwide and the music accompanying them. Her seven professional recordings also feature her songwriter work and are steeped in classic country, western swing and country gospel. Gail had the honor of stepping into the boots of the legendary Patsy Cline in the theatrical production “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline” and was affiliated with the show on and off for 30 years. Gail is the oldest contestant in the competition this season and one of the oldest contestants ever - a badge she wears proudly. After turning 60 recently, Gail set out to do six epic things to celebrate her birthday, including turning a chair on “The Voice.”

#GailBliss #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

Danny Joseph

Danny Joseph returns to Talented Universe!

Danny moved from London to the U.S. when he met his wife 10 years ago at a church conference in Dallas. Being a law student in the U.K. made coming to the U.S. a huge culture shock as it was the only home he knew. He eventually acclimated and started a family with Joanna. They have three kids, including their youngest daughter, who Danny delivered himself after their midwife didn’t make it in time. Before his daughter was born, Danny underwent major surgery to treat complications from Crohn’s Disease. Fighting extreme fatigue and pain every day, Danny struggled to be a full-time musician. He was bedridden for weeks but luckily got better just in time to welcome their new child. Danny now happily supports his family with his music. Besides being on stage and performing, Danny has also tried barbering. What originally started as an experiment on his dad quickly changed into more of an art form that Danny focused on perfecting.

#DannyJoseph #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

TBA

Haley Lohrli

Haley Lohrli has been the lead in nine vertical projects just in 2024 alone and has become a ReelShort fan-favorite through ‘The Arrangement’ and ‘My Firefighter Ex Husband Burns in Revenge.’ Additionally, she was recently the lead character "Kat" in the webseries 'LYON.' Haley Lohrli grew up in Southern California and started acting as a child, alongside getting her 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #HaleyLohrli #VerticalSeries #VerticalDramas #Actor #ReelShort #TheArrangement #MyFirefighterExHusbandBurnsInRevenge #Lyon #TaeKwonDo

Lauren-Michael Sellers

Lauren-Michael Returns to Talented Universe!

Lauren-Michael is a special education teacher and worship director. She believes her students have exceptionalities, not disabilities, and leading worship has gifted her with both a church family and renewed faith. With both Master’s and Educational Specialist degrees, she uses her education to give her students a voice. As the oldest of five, she grew up quickly to fill the mom role to her siblings. In ninth grade, her mother lost custody of her and her siblings, leading them all to be separated. She then started writing as an outlet for her traumatic upbringing. One day, a teacher saw her journaling and pointed out that it looked like songs. Music became her total focus, ultimately leading her to receive a full scholarship to study voice and music composition. Now living and teaching in Nashville, she performs locally and participates in songwriting collaborations every chance she gets.

#LaurenMichaelSellers #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

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Brent Anthony

Brent Anthony has been acting and modeling since the age of four when he booked his first role as the mean-spirited brat Little Joe Joe in Asylum's film Sexpot. He has worked on feature films, television, commercials, plays, music videos and voice overs. You can see one of his projects currently on Amazon Prime- Hunters Anthology - You can’t unwish a wish. Brent’s love of the ocean and spearfishing inspired his new YouTube channel- Brent’s Baja Adventure’s. Here you will see through his eyes the beauty of the bottom of the ocean. Fish, reefs, sea walls and shelves and how to snag a lobster or use a spear gun to catch a fish.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #BrentAnthony #ScubaDiving #Diving #Videography #Ocean #Lobster #Spearfishing

12 December 2024

S2 E54

Rachel Olschan-Wilson

Rachel Olschan-Wilson is co-founder and partner at Dean Devlin’s Electric Entertainment and has been with the company since its inception in 2001. She currently serves as Executive Producer of “Leverage: Redemption,” which has a third season currently in post-production for Amazon Prime Video, “Almost Paradise,” which premiered its second season in July 2023 on Amazon Freevee, and Electric’s newest series “The Ark,” which premiered on SYFY in February 2023. Season 2 of “The Ark” premiered in July 2024. She also Executive Produced The CW’s “The Outpost,” which premiered its fourth season on July 15th, 2021. Olschan-Wilson served as Co-Producer on the Dean Devlin-helmed science fiction action film, Geostorm, starring Gerard Butler, which was released by Warner Bros. in October 2017; as Producer on the thriller Bad Samaritan starring David Tennant and Robert Sheehan, which was released nationwide in May 2018. She was also Co-Executive Producer of the TNT one-hour drama series “The Librarians” starring Noah Wyle and Rebecca Romijn. The series opened as Cable’s Most Watched Debut of 2014 and ran for four seasons. A new spin-off series, entitled “The Librarians: The Next Chapter,” is currently in post-production for TNT.

Olschan-Wilson was the Co-Executive producer on the fifth season of TNT’s one-hour drama series “Leverage,” and was Co-Producer on the show’s previous four seasons. Prior to that she served as Co-Producer on TNT’s third installment of “The Librarian” TV movie franchise titled “The Librarian: Curse of the Judas Chalice” starring Noah Wyle and on the second installment of the franchise, “The Librarian: Return to King Solomon’s Mine.” Olschan-Wilson Co-Executive produced the micro-series “Blank Slate,” which premiered on TNT in fall 2008. She also Co-Produced Electric’s first documentary, Who Killed The Electric Car?, which premiered at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival and was purchased by Sony Pictures Classics. It was released in June of 2006 to much critical acclaim.

Olschan-Wilson was Associate Producer on the feature film Flyboys. She also served as Associate Producer on the Emmy award-winning SYFY mini-series “The Triangle” and was the Associate Producer on TNT’s original movie, “The Librarian: Quest for the Spear,” which was cable television’s highest rated movie of 2004.

Before Electric Entertainment, Olschan-Wilson began her long partnership with Dean Devlin while he and Roland Emmerich were at Sony Pictures Entertainment with their Centropolis shingle. 

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #RachelOlshanWilson #ExecutiveProducer #FoundingPartner #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment

11 December 2024

S2 E53

Jonathan Glassner
JP Nickel
Madeline Hendricks Lewen
India Sage Wilson
James DeLorean

'The Ark' writer's panel

#JonathanGlassner #JPNickel #MadelineHendricksLewen # IndiaSageWilson #JamesDeLorean #Writers #WritersPanel #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #Writer #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment

04 December 2024

S2 E52

Tyler Herwig

Chart topping, multi-genre artist TYLER HERWIG has been captivating audiences with his reputation for his incredible live performances and deep emotional music. Herwig's sensationally energetic shows make him a unique force to be reckoned with in the industry.

His first single, "Living in the Last Days", hit the country charts and climbed its way to #8. His other single releases are closely following it with their upbeat rhythms and soul-stirring lyrics. As he releases more and more music, Herwig's goal is to spread a message of hope to those that might be struggling with their own demons.

Originally from Mankato, Minnesota, Herwig grew up with his parents introducing him to musicians like U2 and Keith Green, who have had a major influence on his music today. In addition to following the lead from his own experiences, Herwig loves collaborating with other artists to write new songs in a variety of genres.

Beyond singing, Herwig loves playing disk golf and watching the Star Wars movies on repeat. He married the inspiration behind most of his songs, Mae, in 2021 and they share a daughter, Mara Jade. They also plan to welcome a baby boy this winter.

#TylerHerwig #Singer #Songwriter #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia

25 November 2024

S2 E51

Brad Sample

Brad has been a professional guitarist for the past two decades, so performing on big stages has become second nature. Although he came from a family of singers, Brad never considered singing his strength until his dad taught him how to harness his voice and instilled confidence. Shortly after high school, Brad began working as a professional musician, playing guitar and singing background vocals for notable artists such as Brett Eldredge, Randy Houser and, currently, Colbie Caillat. Eager to step into the spotlight, Brad released two solo albums and previously led a band for six years. He met his wife, Rebekah, while playing guitar for an artist who was her roommate. They have been married since 2017 and welcomed a baby girl, Revie Rose, two years ago. When he’s not performing or spending time with his family, Brad runs 100-mile marathons through the woods - an endeavor he's undertaken five times and is preparing to tackle again.

#BradSample #Singer #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

24 November 2024

S2 E50

Evan Page

Evan Page is a 16-year-old indie pop musician based in north Idaho. Trained from an early age on piano and guitar, his appetite for music spans a range of genres, from oldies to mainstream pop to americana to indie rock. Growing up in a family of writers, Evan believes that a catchy melody and a strong instrumental track are important, but what really makes a song memorable are the lyrics. His first EP, titled In The Front Seat, was released on September 27, 2024.The five-song indie pop project displays Evan Page's range as a songwriter and instrumentalist. The EP is inspired by music across genres and decades, from the nuanced emotion of FINNEAS or Ashe to the layered harmonies of The Beach Boys and the lyrical profundity of fellow Idaho native Josh Ritter.

#EvanPage #Singer #Songwriter #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia

21 November 2024

S2 E49

Michael Alexandersson

Coming from a musical family, music has been a central part of Michael’s life. His great-grandfather, Paul Alexandersson, had three hits in Sweden in the 1930s. His father played alongside legends such as Fats Domino and Percy Sledge and was the original frontman for the Blue Eyed Soul Revue. Michael began accompanying his dad to gigs at a young age, sometimes joining him on stage. At 16, Michael was discovered by a modeling agent and soon found himself walking the catwalk for Yves Saint Laurent in Paris. The fashion industry's instant success and fast-paced lifestyle overwhelmed him, leading him down a dark path. Michael’s modeling career ended within a few years, but it was a wake-up call that prompted him to get clean. In 2022, Michael was profoundly impacted when his Uncle Pauly lost his battle with addiction and tragically passed away. Michael is pursuing his dreams honoring his uncle's life and love of music.

#MichaelAlexandersson #Singer #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

21 November 2024

S2 E48

J. Paul

With a mom who is a master pianist, J.Paul was bound to be a musician. Growing up, his mom tried to instill the importance of music in her children. J.Paul had a natural voice but still knew he had a lot to learn. He just recently started taking piano lessons from his mom, and they meet every week for several hours. J.Paul also discovered his passion for hairstyling at a young age, and it eventually led him to go to cosmetology school and open his own salon. Later, he moved from California to Washington, D.C., with his husband, Christopher, where he focused mainly on hair. When his new friends discovered his talent for singing, they pushed him to start gigging. He was eventually introduced to Grammy Award-winning artist Stephanie Mills, who was looking for background singers. That one gig eventually led to a decade-long career, touring all over the country and performing in various arenas, festivals and events.

#JPaul #Singer #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

19 November 2024

S2 E47

Kiara Vega
Aliyah Khaylyn

Kiara is a budding musician powered by the support of her big, boisterous Puerto Rican family. Growing up with six siblings, including her identical twin sister, life was a symphony of chaos and love. Music is the family’s heartbeat, with rapping uncles, singing aunts and her maestro grandfather, Efrain, a singer, guitarist and songwriter. Though born in Boston, Kiara takes musical inspiration from her Puerto Rican heritage, often singing in both English and Spanish. Kiara recently graduated from cosmetology school and hopes to use her beauty skills to help uplift others. While music is her priority, she hopes to one day open a spa with her twin sister, Kayshla. Kiara will handle hair and nails while Kayshla oversees skincare. Kiara feels lucky to have such a close-knit family supporting her as she embarks on her music career journey.

Aliyah Khaylyn, a Philadelphia native, is an artist whose journey is marked by extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication. Her musical path includes standout performances, such as a mesmerizing rendition of “America the Beautiful” at tennis’ U.S. Open and a featured role in the 2018 Teddy Pendergrass documentary "If You Don’t Know Me." In 2024, she graduated from Berklee College of Music, where her education deepened her understanding of music's transformative power. Tragically, the loss of her mother in 2021 profoundly impacted her, further fueling her mission to use her gifts for healing. As an aspiring artist, Aliyah is committed to showcasing her talents to the world, creating music that resonates deeply and offers a therapeutic experience to all who listen.

#KiaraVega #AliyahKhaylyn #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

17 November 2024

S2 E46

Cassidy Lee

After getting no chair turns on Season 18, Cassidy has spent the last four years pouring herself into her music. Now, she’s returning to “The Voice” stage stronger than ever. During her first time on the show, she was still finding herself as an artist and grieving the death of her father, who had passed two years earlier. Shortly after he passed, Cassidy packed up and moved to Nashville. She wanted to throw herself into music to honor her dad. Looking back, she says she was running away from her grief. After her Season 18 audition, Cassidy took a year off from gigging to reevaluate and focus on self-care and healing. At the end of 2020, she formed a rock band titled Annie Dukes. She taught herself to play bass guitar and now sings as the band's frontwoman. She now gigs all around the country, performing at SXSW and the Opry Stage, and recently opened for ZZ Top in front of thousands. When Cassidy isn’t performing, she’s camping. She currently lives in a house at an RV park with her mom, who is a manager at the RV park.

#CassidyLee #Singer #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

13 November 2024

S2 E45

Gail Bliss

Gail is a seasoned entertainer, having graced the stages of Broadway, the Grand Ole Opry and many a honky-tonk across North America. She also works as an international flight attendant and is fascinated by the various cultures worldwide and the music accompanying them. Her seven professional recordings also feature her songwriter work and are steeped in classic country, western swing and country gospel. Gail had the honor of stepping into the boots of the legendary Patsy Cline in the theatrical production “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline” and was affiliated with the show on and off for 30 years. Gail is the oldest contestant in the competition this season and one of the oldest contestants ever - a badge she wears proudly. After turning 60 recently, Gail set out to do six epic things to celebrate her birthday, including turning a chair on “The Voice.”

#GailBliss #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

12 November 2024

S2 E44

Adam Bohanan

Adam, a self-proclaimed total nerd, loves everything that has to do with “Star Trek,” “Doctor Who,” Legos, comic books and writing goofy songs. Born to a white Jewish mother and a Black father, Adam struggled with his bi-racial identity. When his parents split at 4 years old, his mother relocated from New York to Israel where they lived for the next several years. Eventually, they moved to England, where Adam finished school. Adam participated in everything he possibly could pertaining to music, yet he never felt like he knew who he was as an artist. That all changed when he was working at a market in England as a teen and heard the song “Just Friends” by Musiq Soulchild. He immediately resonated with the soul-R&B sound. Once Adam discovered “Dirty Soul,” he began to take interest in the greats such as Al Green and Sam Cooke, reconnecting with his Black roots. Currently, Adam and his wife reside in Minneapolis, and they’re hoping to start a family of their own soon.

#AdamBohanan #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

06 November 2024

S2 E43

Creigh Riepe

Creigh grew up on a farm in a small rural town of around 500 people, where he jokes there are more cows than residents. He began playing piano in elementary school and discovered his singing talent soon after, leading him to perform at church and in the community. Supported by his parents, Creigh started making music at home, sparking his interest in production and audio engineering. Tragedy struck in 2007 when his father passed away from lung cancer. Creigh turned to songwriting to cope with his grief, finding healing in music. He pursued a degree in audio engineering at Belmont University, where he also led two bands. After graduating, he joined the country band Chasin’ Crazy, which opened for stars such as Tim McGraw, Thomas Rhett and Hunter Hayes before disbanding in 2017. Although this left him in a dark place, his faith guided him through. Today, Creigh owns a recording studio and leads the production team at his church. He lives in Nashville with his wife, Sarah, who is his middle-school sweetheart, their two daughters, 12 chickens and three dogs.

#CreighRiepe #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

31 October 2024

S2 E42

Lauren-Michael Sellers

Lauren-Michael is a special education teacher and worship director. She believes her students have exceptionalities, not disabilities, and leading worship has gifted her with both a church family and renewed faith. With both Master’s and Educational Specialist degrees, she uses her education to give her students a voice. As the oldest of five, she grew up quickly to fill the mom role to her siblings. In ninth grade, her mother lost custody of her and her siblings, leading them all to be separated. She then started writing as an outlet for her traumatic upbringing. One day, a teacher saw her journaling and pointed out that it looked like songs. Music became her total focus, ultimately leading her to receive a full scholarship to study voice and music composition. Now living and teaching in Nashville, she performs locally and participates in songwriting collaborations every chance she gets.

#LaurenMichaelSellers #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

25 October 2024

S2 E41

Milan Todorovic
Milan Konjevic
Sandra Mitrovic
Milena Grujic

'The Ark' director's panel.

#MilanTodorovic #MilanKonjevic #SandraMitrovic #MilenaGrujic #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #Director

25 October 2024

S2 E40

Edward Preble
Sofronio Vasquez

Inspired at a young age by icons such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and other great American Songbook interpreters, Edward brings a unique tone and style to the stage — not just with his jazz vocal prowess, but also with his distinctive presentation. Edward takes pride in looking his best not for anybody but himself, usually attending college classes dressed in a suit and outside with a hat. As a person with ancestry from Latin America, Edward’s multicultural background enriches his artistry. With his father’s Peruvian roots and his mother’s Panamanian heritage, Edward performs in English, Portuguese and Italian, offering a diverse and engaging experience. Edward excelled in music and writing in boarding school. His talent for writing earned him acceptance to Emerson College for creative writing, but he chose to follow his musical passion at Hofstra University where he is on track to graduate with a B.A. in music performance – jazz and contemporary music.

Sofronio grew up in the Philippines with virtually nothing, including no bed or indoor plumbing. Despite his situation, he describes his upbringing as happy, because music was always there to bring his family joy. Sofronio fondly remembers singing with his dad and considers him his coach. Sofronio never thought he was as musically inclined as his friends and family, so instead he embarked on a career in dentistry. While studying for his dental boards in the Philippines, he decided to give music a chance. Shortly after this decision, Sofronio was met with tragedy when his dad suddenly passed away. Now, with a new sense of motivation to make his late father proud, Sofronio has taken a leap of faith and moved to America to pursue music more seriously. Since moving, he’s competed at the famed Apollo Theater, his cover of “Nothing’s Going to Change My Love For You” has topped 1million views on TikTok and a performance of “That’s What Friends Are For” has surpassed 9.5 million views on Facebook. Sofronio is ready to take “The Voice” stage!

#EdwardPreble #SofronioVasquez #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

24 October 2024

S2 E39

Jamison Puckett
Shye

Growing up, Jamison was not the most musical one of his family; that was his older brother Eric. Jamison didn’t find his passion for music until high school, but when he started down a dangerous path, Eric pulled him out of it using church music and community. He attributes Eric to showing him a path forward. The two started to gather local musicians together and eventually built a community that became a haven of support for Jamison. He credits his folk-soul sound to his Memphis roots and also his wife, Erin. The two met in 2015 at a Christmas party and spent date nights going to support local music. Leaving his hometown of Memphis in 2017, Jamison and Erin moved to Los Angeles where Jamison took a job as a manager at a local church’s coffee shop. He was promoted to Director of Worship and is still in the position today. Now, Jamison and his wife are expecting their first child together and are excited about starting a family as well as his breakout on “The Voice.”

Shye’s passion for collecting various rocks, crystals, and geodes (especially amethyst) has been a source of comfort and strength throughout her life. She even wears a Halite necklace daily to maintain balance and confidence. In 2010, Shye’s life was profoundly impacted when her mother, Sheila, suffered a severe injury at work, causing her scoliosis to worsen and leading to multiple surgeries and extended hospital stays. During her mother’s recovery, Shye was raised by her older siblings. Guided by them and dedicated mentors such as her choral teacher and music instructor, Shye refined her musical skills and built assurance. Shye’s songwriting and singing became a vital source of relief for her and her mom, allowing them to bond and find emotional support in each other. Today, Sheila, while still dealing with some mobility issues, is no longer hospitalized and lives with Shye full-time. Shye finds fulfillment in volunteering outside of music, especially for LGBTQ+ and Black student organizations.

#JamisonPuckett #Shye #Sofronio #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

23 October 2024

S2 E38

H.G. Whaley

H.G. Whaley is a highly dedicated teenage actor who consistently seeks to enhance his acting skills and broaden his artistic range. With a passion for performance that dates back to his early years, H.G. has diligently honed his craft, attending regular workshops to refine his abilities. Demonstrating an impressive aptitude for memorization and a seamless ability to take direction, H.G's commitment to personal growth and professional development as a performer remains unwavering. His composed demeanor in front of the camera is complemented by his exceptional command of monologues.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #HGWhaley #Actor #Mammoth

17 October 2024

S2 E37

Danny Joseph

Danny moved from London to the U.S. when he met his wife 10 years ago at a church conference in Dallas. Being a law student in the U.K. made coming to the U.S. a huge culture shock as it was the only home he knew. He eventually acclimated and started a family with Joanna. They have three kids, including their youngest daughter, who Danny delivered himself after their midwife didn’t make it in time. Before his daughter was born, Danny underwent major surgery to treat complications from Crohn’s Disease. Fighting extreme fatigue and pain every day, Danny struggled to be a full-time musician. He was bedridden for weeks but luckily got better just in time to welcome their new child. Danny now happily supports his family with his music. Besides being on stage and performing, Danny has also tried barbering. What originally started as an experiment on his dad quickly changed into more of an art form that Danny focused on perfecting.

#DannyJoseph #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

09 October 2024

S2 E36

323
Jonathan Perry
Kinsley Treadwell
Jacob Sumpter

Jonathan, Kinsley and Jacob make up the Tallahassee dynamic pop/country trio that is 323. This band formed about a year ago and is named after their city’s zip code. Jacob, a recent high school graduate, has a go-with-the-flow attitude every good group needs. Kinsley, 24, is the mama figure and the glue that holds everyone together. Jonathan, 33, the trio's most senior and experienced, is the group's dad. Even though the band was freshly formed, they have known each other since childhood and attended the same church. When they’re not leading worship, they’re busy gigging out at bars and restaurants in and around Tallahassee. 323 wouldn’t be what they are without their unofficial fourth member, Jacki, who arranges all their music and mixes and masters their songs. Unfortunately, Jacki has been battling health issues and has been in and out of the hospital, but she continues to arrange for 323 because it gives her purpose and something to look forward to. Currently, Jacob works part-time for Jonathan at a property management company, and Kinsley leverages her marketing background in the promotion of the band.

#323 #323Band #Singer #Singers #JonathanPerry #KinsleyTreadwell #JacobSumpter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

08 October 2024

S2 E35

ChrisDeo

ChrisDeo is a 16-year-old self-taught, multi-instrumentalist and first-generation American. Her mother was born in Trinidad and Tobago, and her father is from Guyana. After her parents divorced when she was young, ChrisDeo was raised by her resilient mother in the Queens projects. Despite the challenges of their surroundings, her home was a sanctuary of peace and solace. Both ChrisDeo and her older sister, Aaliah, find comfort in the music that surrounds the walls of their home. ChrisDeo’s passion for music truly blossomed in 2016 when her mother enrolled her and her sister in the NYCHA Youth Choir. There, ChrisDeo decided to teach herself piano chords, which opened the door to a world of instruments. Recently, she completed a program for low-income high school students at the NYU Clive Davis Institute where she learned to produce and record her own music. As a result, ChrisDeo has set up a makeshift home studio where she records covers and writes her songs. You can often find this high school senior busking with the cityscape as her backdrop.

#ChrisDeo #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

30 September 2024

S2 E34

Kendall Eugene

Having learned to play the drums at age 6, Kendall always had an affinity for music. Sadly, at 14, Kendall’s life turned upside down when his mother was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Having to grow up quickly, Kendall stepped up as another parental figure for his two younger brothers. Things continued to get more complicated for Kendall when he and his high school girlfriend discovered they were expecting a baby boy. Only 17 and having a mother who was very sick, Kendall knew the responsible thing to do was to give the baby up for adoption. At this time, Kendall started picking up the guitar and writing his own music as an outlet. Luckily, Kendall has maintained a relationship with his now 19-year-old son, Nolan. Always wanting to raise kids, it’s no surprise that he now has three additional children with his ex-wife. He has started writing music again and joined a band in February. He performs with his band several times a month locally in Pennsylvania and looks forward to what “The Voice” has in store.

#KendallEugene #Singer #Songwriter #NBC #TheVoice #NBCTheVoice #NBCUniversal #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheVoice26

26 September 2024

S2 E33

Madeline Hendricks Lewen

Madeline Hendricks Lewen is a playwright and TV writer. TV credits include the CW's "Jane The Virgin," where she worked for all five seasons, Freeform’s "Good Trouble," and most recently "The Ark" on Peacock. She is currently developing a pilot with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions and a musical podcast with FilmNation. Her plays have been published by Samuel French and produced in NY and LA.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #MadelineHendricksLewenl #CoProducer #Writer #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment

23 September 2024

S2 E32

Kevin Good &
Derick Dressel

Kevin Good is a visual effects artist and director. As a young hospitalized kid, he watched Star Wars for the first time on a TV they rolled into his room at Children's Hospital, DC. Since then, he's been hooked on the magical power of movies to transport people into profound new worlds and experiences. The rom-com series "Sexpectations" he directed is out now on streaming. He also recently worked as an Unreal Virtual Production specialist for Electric Entertainment, making spaceships fly around and creating new worlds to discover. He aims to create content that can make people laugh and cry, hopefully at the same time.

Growing up obsessing over computers, art and where the two merge; Derick has spent his life pursuing the horizons of visual effects and optimizing the vessels that take us there. For fun he maintains and upgrades his home server and tries to show his children what exciting mysteries and unfathomable beauty there is to be found in the world. Derick Dressel is known for The Ark (2024), I Am Number Four (2011), The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010) and Geostorm (2017).

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #KevinGood #DerickDressel #VisualEffectsArtist #VFX #Director

21 September 2024

S2 E31

Sandra Mitrovic

Sandra Mitrović is an award winning writer/director from Belgrade, Serbia.
Born and raised in Belgrade, she moved to London, UK at the age of 17 and graduated
from London School of Film, Media and Performance in England. After that she lived in
New York City for 6 years, completing her MFA in film directing at Columbia University.
She graduated in 2019 with honors

She has been involved in production of many short films as of 2003. She mainly worked
on them as a director, screenwriter and producer. Her short film “Ostoja Will Move Your
Piano” screened at many festivals worldwide and it won Best Screenplay Award at
Rhode Island International Festival, Best Foreign Short at San Diego International Film
Festival, Best International Drama at Edmonton Film Festival, Jury Award for Best
International Short Film at Santa Fe International Film Festival, etc.
Her short film “Last Call” is a 2019 National Board of Review Student Grant Award
Winner.

Her first feature film A Three Storey Comedy screened at many festivals world wide and
won multiple awards at festivals.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #SandraMitrovic #Writer #Director #Arkoholics

20 September 2024

S2 E30

James DeLorean

James DeLorean is a Los Angeles-based TV writer. He served as Freelance Writer and Writers' Assistant on THE ARK Season 2. James gravitates to character-driven stories that explore the relationship between nostalgia and trauma, and every individual’s potential for change. He collects, restores, and writes on 1980s computers, previously discarded and forgotten - a testament to how strongly he believes in second chances. James studied writing at UCB, Second City, iO West, and Script Anatomy. His work has been featured in LA Weekly, The Dallas Observer, VoyageLA, Funny or Die, and the Huffington Post. He enjoys watching true crime docs with his wife and beloved golden retriever, running marathons, and wondering why the hell AOL pulled the plug on AIM.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #JamesDeLorean #Writer

15 September 2024

S2 E29

Ivana Vasić

Ivana Vasic was born in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. After gaining a versatile classical education, majoring in German language and literature, spiced up with ballet, arts and sports, she decided to enroll at the Academy for Applied Arts and Design in Belgrade, and study costume design, where she felt she could weave in her various skills, apply her knowledge of literature and social sciences, follow her fascination with syncretic arts and create a life in the realm of entertainment.

She started getting professional projects during the studies already and since graduating with MA degree in stage costume design, she worked on a massive number of projects locally and internationally. The opus includes over 70 theatrical plays, a number of films and TV shows, dozens of commercials and hundreds of uniform designs for promotional purposes and HoReCa industry.

Some of her notable projects are movies “The Machine” (Legendary/Sony Pictures), “Tarot” (Sony Pictures), “The Deal” (Electric Entertainment); TV shows “Besa” (SE1), “The Outpost” (SE2, 3 and 4), “The Ark” (SE1 and 2), “The Librarians: TNC” (SE1); designs of costumes and uniforms for Serbian national pavilion at Expo Dubai 2020, designs of Serbian national diving team’s official competition kit etc. The said projects vary in genres from medieval fantasy to science fiction, from action comedy and horror to contemporary crime thriller and fashion design.

She is fluent in English and German, and has basic knowledge of Spanish language and still training diving. She’s the General Secretary of Serbian Diving Association.
In 2018 she co-founded a service production company with Jonathan English.

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06 September 2024

S2 E28

India Sage Wilson

India Sage Wilson is a writer from Venice CA. During her undergraduate studies, at Columbia University in NYC, she specialized in Medieval history, before going on to obtain her MFA in screenwriting from USC. As a TV writer, India has been staffed on CW's DYNASTY, and SYFY’s THE ARK. She is currently developing her show PHATTY PATTY at Westbrook with Zoe Kravitz attached. And, on the feature side, her screenplay LITTLE WITCHES is in development with Neshama Studios. You can usually find her writing or snacking, but they're not mutually exclusive.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #IndiaSageWilson #Writer

30 August 2024

S2 E27

Milan Konjevic

Born in 1970 in Belgrade. In 1997, he graduated from the Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade on Film and TV directing, with short thriller, WAITING FOR DEATH.

In 2000, Milan has started his professional career in TV, working on numerous short documentaries and live TV shows. In 2009, he made his feature film debut with ZONE OF THE DEAD, the first Serbian zombie movie made with an international cast.

In the past 15 years, Milan has become one of the best known Serbian screenwriters and film and TV directors, working on several films shot in English and starring an international cast (ZONE OF THE DEAD, MAMULA/KILLER MERMAID, THE RIFT and NIGHTWORLD). He was also screenwriter and/or director on local hit TV shows, MILITARY ACADEMY, DADS, TRUTH AND LIES, MY GENERATION Z, WHEEL OF FORTUNE.

In the past 4 years, he worked on the American TV show, THE OUTPOST, made for CW Network , THE ARK, made for SyFy channel and THE LIBRARIANS: THE NEXT CHAPTER made for CW Network.
Milan lives in Belgrade, Serbia, with his wife and two children.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #MilanKonjevic #Director

24 August 2024

S2 E26

John-Paul Nickel

John-Paul Nickel is an internationally award winning writer, actor, and filmmaker.

For television, John-Paul shared an Emmy nomination (2020) as part of the writing staff for Amazon's Just Add Magic. John-Paul is also is a two-time honoree of the WGA Diversity Program's TV Writer Access Project (2016 & 2019) and a WGA Award Nominee (2017).

While his genre of choice is sci-fi, John-Paul delights in the fact that he’s had journeyman career as a TV writer - his credits include sci-fi (The Ark and Warehouse 13, Syfy), procedural (Lincoln Rhyme, NBC), adventure (National Treasure, Disney+), and half hour series (Just Add Magic, Amazon) for broadcast, cable, and streaming.

As a playwright, John-Paul has won the Kennedy Center's Jean Kennedy Smith Playwriting award for "outstanding play written on the theme of living with a disability" (2009), has received a fellowship at the Eugene O'Neill Playwright's Conference (2009), and has had plays produced Off-Broadway and across the country.

As a filmmaker, his shorts Grim and The Other Wayne have screened at festivals around world.

As an actor, John-Paul has put his classical theater training to use by appearing in 66 episodes of the cult sketch comedy series SMBC Theater and the web-series Starpocalypse.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #JPNickel #JohnPaulNickel #Writer #Actor #Filmmaker #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment

23 August 2024

S2 E25

Charlie McCabe

Charlie McCabe is a Chicago-born, and Texas-made singer/songwriter that got his start in College Station, TX. Picking up guitar on a whim during the pandemic, he spent nine months with a great friend learning the in's and out's of music production in a college bedroom, eventually releasing his self-produced, debut EP "Devil Leaves At Sunrise", comprised of songs he'd written along the way.

Relocating to Houston after graduation, he continued his songwriting journey, formed a band, and began working with Texas Country musician and producer Stormy Cooper to release his now 6 latest singles, including brand new single "In My Mind". Since then McCabe has been selected for Texas Songwriter U (with Jack Ingram, Liz Rose, and Trannie Anderson), the Larry Joe Taylor Songwriting Competition (2x), was awarded 2nd Place and honorable mention for two singles in the 2023 TCMA Songwriter Competition and nominated again this year in 2024, and gotten to share a stage with Pat Green and many other reputable names. Keep an eye out for his new music because it will just keep coming!

22 August 2024

S2 E24

Milan Todorovic

Milan Todorovic is a Serbian film director, producer and writer, best known as the director of the American TV shows such as The Outpost, The Ark and Almost Paradise, as well as the director of worldwide distributed feature films - Zone of the Dead (2009) and Killer Mermaid (2014).

Graduated at the Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade in 2006. Since 2005. he is the head of Talking Wolf Productions.

In 2009 he wrote, produced and co-directed (with Milan Konjevic) a feature horror film "Zone of the Dead", starring zombie-genre legend Ken Foree (George A. Romero's "Dawn of The Dead"), for which he has been awarded as the best producer of the year at the "Producers' day" ceremony held by the Faculty of Dramatic Arts Belgrade.

Directed a killer mermaid flick "Killer Mermaid" (2014), starring legendary Franco Nero! Produced a sci-fi feature "The Rift: Dark Side of the Moon" (2016) starring Ken Foree and Monte Markham. He directed a part of the international film anthology - "Deathcember" (2019), which won many international awards. All his films had a world wide distribution!  
He is one of the main directors on the American TV series "The Outpost" for which he directed total of 10 episodes in seasons 2, 3 and 4 (including two season finales and one season premiere) for The CW network, produced by the famous Dean Devlin ("Independence Day", "Godzilla"). He has also directed one episode of a tropical action TV series "Almost Paradise" for WGN America. Most recently, he served as a director on 6 episodes of the SYFY’s space series - "The Ark", which was nominated in 2023 for the prestigious Saturn Awards in “the best new genre show” category. Currently directing American TV series “The Librarians: The Next Chapter”, a reboot of the popular show.

Locally he directed the second season of the most highly acclaimed Serbian show, a crime drama - "Besa", as well as the complete season four of the mystical thriller show "Debt to the Sea".

In 2021 he has co-produced two horror feature films - "The Quantum Devil" and "Slotherhouse", both successfully released in 2023.
He received several awards, including the Award for international contribution to the development of the genre, given by the DROP festival in Moscow (2017).

He is an associate Professor at the Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade since 2015.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #TheArk #TheArkTVSeries #ElectricEntertainment #SyFy #MilanTodorovic #Director

09 August 2024

S2 E23

Paul Kennedy

PAUL KENNEDY is an actor, director, writer and producer from Northern Ireland. He has appeared in OUTLANDER (Starz), THE FRANKENSTEIN CHRONICLES (Netflix), LINE OF DUTY (BBC/Netflix), MARCELLA (ITV/Netflix), THE FALL (BBC/Netflix) and is currently appearing regularly on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON (HBO) as Lord Jasper ‘Ironrod’ Wylde. On stage, he was nominated for an ‘Offie’ for his one-man performance in CONTINUITY in London in 2017.

Paul has written and directed two movies, MADE IN BELFAST (2013) and DEAD MAN’S MONEY (2024) which has just premiered at Galway Film Festival. He was also a co-writer on THE GLENARMA TAPES (2023) which premiered at Frightfest. He studied playwriting at university, and his play GUIDELINES FOR A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE was nominated for the Stewart Parker New Writing Award and an Irish Times Theatre Award.

Paul started his own independent film company in his home town of Belfast, and through the company has produced or executive produced eight feature films and a number of short films. He produced Shudder film MANDRAKE (Lynne Davison, 2021) and NIGHTRIDE (Stephen Fingleton, 2021), a 97-minute one-take film set in a car. Paul was nominated for a Breakthrough Producer Award at the BIFAs for his work on NIGHTRIDE.

Paul’s favorite thing about his job is the travelling. “Through acting, I’ve had some of the most amazing experiences, and have been able to see the world. I’ve been so lucky to have my work take me through the Moroccan desert, onto the roof of an abandoned skyscraper in Bangkok, off-Broadway in New York and most recently, I get to go to work in Westeros! I’m so thankful for the places I’ve been to and the friends I’ve made along the way. I truly believe I have the best job in the world.”

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28 July 2024

S2 E22

Fred Coury

At age 5, Fred Coury started taking violin lessons. At age 6 he participated in his first public performance. Between the ages of 7 and 9 he studied at the Beirut Conservatory of Music in Beirut, Lebanon. At age 10 he added the trumpet to his repertoire. Finally, at age 12 he started to play the drums. At age 14 Fred saw The Who perform in Toronto, Canada at CNE Stadium. This was the moment where Coury realized that performing and being a professional drummer was his destiny. While many in his neighborhood told him to stop dreaming and get a real job, he was encouraged by his close friends to carry on. In just five short years, at the age of 19, Fred Coury returned to CNE Stadium to perform with Cinderella.

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25 July 2024

S2 E21

Alexander J. Baxter
Austin Trapp

Somnara Studios is thrilled to announce its bold foray into live immersive theatre with the debut of Dreadworks Haunted House at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds this September 27th – November 3rd, 2024. Dreadworks Haunted House is a groundbreaking live event meticulously crafted to merge cutting-edge storytelling with advanced production techniques, creating an unforgettable, spine-chilling immersive experience.

Dreadworks Haunted House represents a collaborative venture between Alexander J. Baxter and Jonkman family, co-founders of Somnara Studios. Baxter and The Dreadworks team, hailing from the acclaimed Constellate Films, brings a wealth of experience in the horror genre. Renowned for their dynamic storytelling and innovative film productions, they have set new standards in indie film with genres spanning dark fantasy, horror, drama, documentary, and science fiction.” Alexander is also a producer, writer, actor, and director in the film industry. He has ten years of experience as CEO and Founder of Constellate Films, a Vancouver-based production company. His acting credits include the TV series The Man in The High Castle, DC Legends of Tomorrow, and the feature film Jikirag.

Joining the Dreadworks team as a co-owner of the haunted house is Ken Honigman of the acclaimed Anmore Manor, which is closing this year. Honigman brings years of haunted house expertise, enhancing the team’s creative prowess. Alongside him, Austin Trapp, Media Director, brings a wealth of experience as a Producer at Constellate Films and the founding of Vancouver and Toronto Film & TV Tours. Trapp is also an actor, having appeared in Yellowjackets, The Man in The High Castle, So Help Me Todd, and Christmas on Candy Cane Lane, among others. Shelly Baxter, renowned for her work on notable shows such as Creepshow and Two Sentence Horror Stories, will lead makeup and SFX. The creative team also includes seasoned professionals such as Christopher Elias, Jenna Meschke, Christine Holloway, Adrian Holloway, Madi Lowrie, James Baxter, and Natasha Spring, who will bring their expertise in live events to ensure an unparalleled immersive experience.

Over the past six years, the creative team at Somnara Studios and Constellate Films have honed their skills in the seasonal live event and immersive theatre space. This extensive experience has laid the foundation for the debut of Dreadworks Haunted House, promising a blend of horror and innovation that will push the boundaries of traditional haunted attractions. Alexander J. Baxter, CEO and Founder of Dreadworks Haunted House & Somnara Studios reflects on this journey: “Dreadworks Haunted House has been a journey of intense growth, learning, and international networking, particularly with the Haunters of America. 2024 marks a significant milestone as we partner with Yonkman, the City of Surrey, Sunbelt Rentals (formerly William F. Whites), Fibertek, and Phoenix tents for Dreadworks Haunted House.” Dreadworks Haunted House promises to be a seasonal highlight, offering a unique, spine-chilling adventure that horror enthusiasts will not want to miss.

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28 June 2024

S2 E20

Tanner Grigoli

Tanner is a high school student whose life has always included music. His journey with melodies began with the strumming of a ukulele before he could even take his first steps. As he grew, so did his passion for music, singing in the church choir and bonding over guitar sessions with his grandfathers.

Today, Tanner is entertaining audiences on the Asbury Boardwalk and various local venues with his soulful performances. With six songs already released on major platforms and more in the pipeline, Tanner's musical journey is just getting started.

Beyond music, Tanner's life is a whirlwind of activity. When not immersed in creating melodies, he's on the soccer field, sprinting on the track, hitting the gym, or collaborating with friends to make videos and movies.

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24 June 2024

S2 E19

Donald Heng

Actor Donald Heng is thrilled to join the stellar cast of the feature film Sight, which opens in theatres worldwide on Memorial Day Weekend, May 24th. Sight, starring Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning actor Greg Kinnear (Little Miss Sunshine, As Good As It Gets) and Terry Chen (Almost Famous, Falling) is based on the true story of Dr. Ming Wang, a poor Chinese American who defies all odds to become a world-renowned eye surgeon in the United States. Set in 1970s rural China, a teenage Ming is played by Ben Wang (Disney + American Born Chinese) as he faces persecution and despair at every turn. Still, with his dedicated family's support and unwavering determination, he finds his way to America, attends Harvard and MIT, and helps develop an innovative technology that restores sight in millions of people. Taking on the seemingly impossible challenge of helping a blind orphan, the resilient Dr. Wang must reconcile with his traumatic past and face the harsh reality that the strength of his own will can only go so far.

Donald portrays the role of Zhensheng, Dr Ming Wang’s (Terry Chen’s character) young father, in all the flashback scenes. He worked alongside Ben Wang (who has just been cast as the new upcoming Karate Kid opposite Jackie Chan) and Jayden Zhang (Shang Chi), who portrays an even younger version of Dr. Ming Wang.

Donald has already had a busy year in 2024. Earlier this year, Donald guest starred in 3 different network shows: CBS’ Tracker, The CW’s Family Law, and ABC’s The Good Doctor. In the 2nd episode of 2024’s biggest network show, Tracker, entitled Missoula, Donald portrays Jackson Cheong opposite Justin Hartley (This is Us, Smallville) as an accountant who has recently cut ties with his family and joins a cult. Jackson’s parents hire Colton Shaw (Justin Hartley) and successfully track him down, discovering that Jackson may or may not be there of his own free will. In the season premiere of the final season of The Good Doctor, Donald plays Owen Pierce, a father whose son urgently needs a heart transplant. In season 3 of Family Law, Donald was cast as Theo Leung, a man who becomes entangled in an inheritance dispute with his sister soon after their father passes away.

Most recently, Donald also appeared in a supporting role opposite Emmy-award-winning actor Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones) as Dr. Berton in the indie black comedy American Dreamer, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. The film also stars Academy Award winner Shirley MacLaine, Academy-Award-nominated actor Matt Dillon, and Danny Glover. Furthermore, he recently wrapped filming in an undisclosed role in the highly anticipated upcoming sci-fi blockbuster film Tron: Ares (Jared Leto, Greta Lee). In 2022-2023, Donald had a 7-episode recurring Guest Star role as Anthony Chan in The CW’s Kung Fu. Anthony is introduced as the district supervisor of Chinatown, running for re-election. He is a family friend of Tzi Ma’s (Rush Hour, Arrival) character “Jin." They are initially allies fighting for the exact cause until Jin discovers Anthony is being blackmailed, pitting them into a campaign against one another in the upcoming election.

Also, in 2023, Donald was cast as one of the leads in Hallmark Channel’s movie Retreat to You. In it, Donald plays a chef at a resort who falls in love with Megan Heffern’s (Wynona Earp) character. Throughout his career, Donald has had a leading role in an episode of the CW’s Two Sentence Horror Stories and other guest star spots, including roles on the CW’s The Flash, CBS’ Ransom, and CityTV’s The Murders. He also has a recurring role as George on one of Netflix’s most popular shows, Virgin River. On the big screen, Donald has appeared in a supporting role alongside Milo Ventimiglia (This is Us, Gilmore Girls) in Fox Studio’s The Art of Racing in the Rain. He was also thrilled to appear alongside some of Asia’s biggest stars for the project Fatal Visit (Sammi Cheng, Tong Dawei, Charlene Choi), in a role where Donald only speaks Mandarin and Cantonese for the first time on screen. Donald resides in Vancouver and has studied and trained with acting coaches Rick Tae, Terry Knickerbocker, Jeb Beach, Matthew Harrison, Andrew McIlroy, Ben Immanuel, and Robin Nielsen.

#DonaldHeng #Sight #Actor #Tracker #GoodDoctor #FamilyLaw #TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia

12 June 2024

S2 E18

Evan Rein

Canadian rising star Evan Rein is set to hit the small screen in a big way as Officer Don Gardner in Hulu’s highly anticipated new series Under the Bridge. Rein joins the ensemble alongside Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon), Riley Keough (Daisy Jones & The Six), and Archie Panjabi (The Good Wife). The eight-episode series, based on the gripping book by Rebecca Godfrey, is set to premiere on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ on April 17 and will be released in Canada on May 8 on Disney+.

Set against the haunting backdrop of a tragic murder, Under the Bridge chronicles the harrowing true story of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old who vanished after attending a party. Through the lens of Godfrey (played by Keough) and local police officer Cam Bentland (Gladstone), the series delves into the investigation, unravelling shocking secrets about the young girls accused of Reena’s disappearance. Appearing in five episodes, Rein portrays Officer Don Gardner, a rookie cop determined to earn his place on the Saanich police force as the sleepy Vancouver Island town is left reeling in the wake of Reena’s savage murder. Two episodes will premiere on April 17, and new episodes will be broadcast weekly on Wednesdays in the US. The TV series will premiere on May 8th in Canada.

Evan Rein’s other roles cover a broad range of characters, including the lead in the feature film Blue Hour as Lee, an anxious aspiring writer living in rural Alberta. Confounded by the news of an illness in the family and masculinity stereotypes, Lee must decide whether to stay or go. Evan’s performance in Blue Hour garnered nominations for a Leo Award and UBCP/ACTRA Award for Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Motion Picture. Blue Hour won the Audience Favorite Award at the Ottawa Canadian Film Festival and picked up a nomination for Best Screenplay at the Leos. Evan’s career has included several spots on popular series, including Upload, Nancy Drew, Heartland, Valley of the Boom, Sacred Lies, Debris, and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. As a classically trained actor, Evan’s theatre career has included work on some of North America’s most renowned stages, including Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., Bard on the Beach, and Theatre Calgary, where he just closed a production of the hit Beatles adaptation of As You Like It. For his leading turn as Micah in How the World Began at Pacific Theatre, Evan’s performance was praised by critics and audiences. The three-hander drama written by Catherine Trieschmann explores what it means to engage in good faith discussion in a community falling apart amidst disaster and intolerance. How the World Began is one of Evan’s favorite productions.

Evan was born in Red Deer, Alberta, and raised on a farm in the heart of Central Alberta. Evan’s first interest in acting was in Grade 5 during a drama workshop. In a moment of uninhibited expression, he had his whole class in stitches and, from that moment, knew acting was his path. He credits his elementary and high school teachers who encouraged him to dream big. The big dreams started with small beginnings, making home movies with his friends and siblings with the family video camera—pure, raw, creative energy that fuels his acting to this day. Evan now lives in Vancouver. In his spare time, he practices his Spanish, meditates, and travels the world.

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03 June 2024

S2 E17

Fauna Nicole

Fauna Nicole is a multi-talented Hollywood based artist, making her mark as a singer, lyricist, actress, and model. Drawing inspiration from nature, the essence of femininity, and the triumph over personal struggles, her lyrics resonate with authenticity and emotional depth. As a co-writer of the acclaimed screenplay, "Frame My Mind," Fauna has seen the film screenplay earn official selections at over 20 film festivals, winning an impressive 12 "Best Screenplay" awards. Discover Fauna's music on Spotify and iTunes (FAUNA NICOLE) where her unique voice and heartfelt lyrics continue to captivate listeners.

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30 May 2024

S2 E16

Kat Velasco

Opened for known artists’ Love & Theft, Frank Ray, BRELAND, Shane Profitt and Tiera Kennedy. Strong and energetic sound/vocals similar to Stevie Nicks and Maren Morris. Writing style inspired by Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini and Megan Moroney. Music video “Call Me” featured on CMT. Single “Let it Ride” and current hit “Lifetime Lover” reached over 15K streams in under one week and was featured on popular playlist New Music Friday Country and Fresh Finds Country. Music and production is created by Nashville legends, Justin Eason and Andy Sheridan.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #KatVelasco #Singer #Songwriter

10 May 2024

S2 E15

Denver Austin

Denver Austin is a 23 year old from York, PA. who has been making music since 2019. Denver is classically trained in singing, and has sung with choirs all over the United States, competed in jazz throughout high school, and was in several musicals with lead roles. Since high school, he has done a few shows as an independent artist, mostly small gigs, trying to build his momentum as an artist. Denver is also into sports and fitness.

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28 April 2024

S2 E14

Luke Dulac

Luke Dulac started teaching himself the Cyr Wheel at the start of the pandemic and practiced it in his living room. He began posting his progress on social media and eventually people reached out to him to perform.

#TalentedUniverse #NDBMedia #LukeDulac #CyrWheel #Acrobat

08 April 2024

S2 E13

Jonny Quatro

Jonny Quatro is a singer/songwriter based in Charleston, SC with a knack for writing upbeat ear-worms and exuberant pop songs. Taking a new approach to releasing music, his 2024 album release is split into one single per month, giving fans a chance to follow his musical journey on a song-by-song basis, with all 12 songs being compiled and released as a full album at the end of the year with several bonus tracks added! Jonny’s eclectic blend of musical styles has been viewed by many industry stalwarts, such as Billy Joel, Michael Buble, James Arthur, Jon Foreman, and many others! His genre-bending songs have one thing in common: they’re bound to get stuck in your head!

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07 April 2024

S2 E12

Donny Van Slee

Dr. Donny Van Slee is a chiropractor by day and a musician by night. While in school, participating in an internship, he made a pitstop in Nashville and fell in love with the music scene. He went out on a limb and emailed a few of the music venues in Nashville, remarkably landing a gig at Tootsies. He received his doctorate as a chiropractor and immediately relocated to Nashville to participate in Tootsies' Honky Tonk School. Three years later, he's still in Nashville, balancing music and chiropractic. Five days a week, he's caring for nearly 50 patients daily, then he's downtown gigging at night. In February, he released his debut album, "31." His major goals are to perform at the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium and Red Rocks Amphitheater. Donny feels lucky to have his family in Florida supporting his music journey every step of the way.

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02 April 2024

S2 E11

Kyle Schuesler

Kyle grew up in a surf town in California, surfing with his dad, Jeff, and siblings. Inspired by his dad's work ethic, Kyle later found his natural talent in music. In high school, Kyle started taking vocal lessons and auditioned for a music program at his school, where he was voted Best Male Vocalist. After he graduated high school, he started performing gigs and posting videos on social media. Kyle dreams of moving to Nashville for music, and he currently works at a country club.

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22 March 2024

S2 E10

Frank Garcia

At the age of 11, Frank appeared on the singing competition shows "Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento" and "La Voz Kids" as a mariachi-style soloist. However, he also faced cyberbullying and assumptions about his sexuality as he was in the spotlight, making him hesitant to express himself due to his conservative upbringing. Music became his solace and he gained the confidence to embrace his true self over time. Eventually, Frank came out to his parents and received their full support. Frank's passion for music stemmed from his Grammy Award-winning musician father falling in love with Mariachi music. He performed extensively with his school's mariachi band and cherished those experiences. During his senior year of high school in 2020, Frank became involved in social justice activism, establishing a Gay-Straight Alliance chapter and organizing a successful pride festival. Frank now attends Columbia University and balances singing in his free time.

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20 March 2024

S2 E9

Wil Geary

Wil Geary is a multi-faceted performer from Chicago, IL. He grew up to a family of entertainers where he was involved in theatre, dance, and gymnastics since he was a kid. Wil has danced professionally for over a decade with two Cirque du Soleil shows under his belt, he joined ‘Volta’ as a standby for the lead character Waz, and ‘Paramour’ in Hamburg as part of the ensemble. Wil has performed with the Joffrey Ballet and more recently Sweetbird Productions, touring Europe four times! He is also seen dancing in Season 2 of ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ and the season Finale of ‘Germany’s Next Top Model’ as well as Todrick Hall’s music video ‘Sorry Barbie’. Musically, Wil released his first single ‘I Smell Success’ with the Grammy-winning Producers Carl Seante McGrier and Kofi Owusu-Ofori of Wiidope. Wil is also a songwriter and wrote the lyrics to his second single “Dreaming Loud” with the Producers Killian Cruiser and Chris Rockaway. He is planning to release a few more singles this year with plenty of dance content on the way!

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10 March 2024

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Ryan Argast

Ryan’s journey from the city of Chicago to the cornfields of Plainfield is a story of passion, resilience and a whole lot of music. Growing up, his love of performing became the focal point of bullying. Amid these challenges, Ryan formed his first band in middle school. However, during his college years, he laid the foundation for what would become the pop rock band Marina City. The band has toured nationwide, gracing some of the most prestigious stages, including Warped Tour, Riot Fest and South by Southwest. The band ventured into podcasting to better connect with fans and the music community. “Confessions of a DIY Musician” aims to impart valuable insights and tips to fellow independent musicians. Ryan has turned his success as a musician into a motivational speaker, visiting schools, industry panels and camps to inspire others to follow their dreams.

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06 March 2024

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Vernon Barnard
Leon Vermaak

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05 March 2024

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Karen Waldrup

Karen's passion for singing earned her a scholarship for the orchestra choir at the University of Southern Mississippi, leading to local popularity through performances at parties, football games and bars. Her viral cover videos have gained more than 437 million views, propelling her to amass over a million followers. She has released singles, an EP and album, with one single featured in Rolling Stone's "Top 10 Country Songs of the Week." Her music videos also have been showcased on CMT. Karen values personal connections through music and later collaborated with World War II D-Day veteran Jim Martin on a record called "Normandy." The record received recognition from Fox News and military outlets. In her downtime, Karen enjoys scuba diving and engages in charitable work, including collaborations with Mission of Hope in Haiti.

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01 March 2024

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Joshua McCooey

Joshua McCooey's musical journey is deeply rooted in his family's passion for the arts. His father, a source of unwavering encouragement, was a major inspiration for Joshua to pursue his musical interests. Beginning his artistic journey at a young age, he dabbled in musical theatre alongside his siblings, whose vocal talents and dance performances fueled his creative upbringing. Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, his unique blend of Pop/Rock promises to make him a standout artist in the music industry. Though only 17, the student of the world-famous Joffrey Ballet School applies a versatile set of strength and talent to a well-rounded artistic career, continuing to make his parents proud, which he deems his greatest accomplishment.

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29 February 2024

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Kristen Brown

Kristen has known she wanted to pursue music since a young age. When she was 13, she formed a band with friends from her vocal studio and the trio hit the road. They went on to release original music and open for country artists such as Toby Keith, Morgan Wallen and Rascal Flatts. In 2021, Kristen began her solo music journey writing and producing her first solo song, "Christmas Spirit," in memory of her late aunt. The music video for the song has amassed nearly 94,000 views on YouTube. Over the last couple years, Kristen has been writing her own music, producing the tracks, marketing, directing and editing her own videos and booking her own gigs. Kristen gets her determined spirit from her parents, who have always told her if you work hard enough, you can accomplish any dream.

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22 February 2024

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Blake Schmitz

20-year-old singer/songwriter Blake Schmitz, is a farmer from southwest Minnesota. Growing up in the countryside, creativity comes as a second hand. From making up yard games to telling stories around a campfire, Blake loves to make people smile. Music has always been a part of Blake's life. Stemming from long car rides, to skits, musicals, and other performances. His recent emergence comes from the support and belief of those around him. He has crafty rhymes along with catchy choruses that will leave you singing his sweet melodies throughout the day. Blake is deeply rooted in his faith as a Catholic Christian. With the mission to bring as many people closer to Christ as he can. Blake’s hobbies include anything and all things sports related. In high-school Blake played football, basketball, baseball, & ran track. Now he enjoys competitive leagues that he participates in. Music was never the main focus for Blake, but God had a better plan for him. Now Blake’s passion is to spread his love and positivity through music & social media. His first EP dropped on June 1st, 2023, and has been releasing ever since. His 3 main genres include Country-Pop-Christian. His advice to all, is to dream & never give up. If you are passionate about something do it, if you have an idea pursue it. Don’t listen to the voices telling you that you can’t do it, it’s impossible, be realistic. Dream big to win big! Be on the lookout for Blake Schmitz as he continues his music journey.

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03 February 2024

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Ricky Forbes

Ricky Forbes is a man who stops at nothing to chase his passions. From documenting the wildest storms on the planet, to spending time with loved ones at home, Ricky's pursuits are all in the quest of a life well lived.

​For over a decade, Ricky has immersed himself in the heart of tempests, chasing storms that most would seek shelter from. With a career spanning 11 years in storm chasing, Ricky has witnessed over 400 tornadoes, including a heart-pounding encounter being caught inside the world's largest tornado—measuring an astonishing 4km/2.6m wide. This relentless pursuit of the extraordinary has opened doors to numerous opportunities, from documentaries and media appearances to guest starring on various shows, culminating in the creation of his own Netflix series, "Tornado Hunters.”​

But why expose oneself to the formidable forces of nature? For Ricky, being beneath these colossal storms brings a momentary suspension of life, leaving one feeling truly alive. He finds purpose in reporting on these storms to local and national organizations to get the word out and get others to safety. Fueled by his love for photography and videography, Ricky's journey is an undeniable pursuit of capturing the awe-inspiring beauty and raw power of the natural world.​

At home, Ricky finds solace in the warmth of family and the joy of simple pleasures. His fiancée, Tirzah Cooper, and stepchildren, Mason (13) and Vayda (18), form the core of his cherished world. Beyond the tempests, Ricky dedicates time to volunteering and engaging with diverse audiences through his inspirational talks. Aged 37, Ricky Forbes calls Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, home.

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07 January 2024

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Michael Day
Roger Noriega
Greg Teft
JAG

Tanner Massey

Tanner grew up in an underground house built by his contractor grandfather, Billy, who designed and built the house as a precautionary measure against tornadoes and for its energy savings. Tanner shared a special bond with his grandpa, but unfortunately, he lost his battle with cancer three years ago. Tanner now wears his grandpa's dog tags as a constant reminder of his love and strength. Tanner has graced stages across Oklahoma since he was 12. He has performed the national anthem at prominent sporting events and was also a member of the esteemed kids' a cappella group Acapop! KIDS, led by Scott Hoying from Pentatonix. In a cover video, Tanner accumulated 16 million views on YouTube. Tanner also excels in acting and, during his early teens, would embark on trips to Los Angeles to audition for various acting opportunities.

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29 December 2023

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Kara Tenae

Kara has been singing since she was a kid and pursuing music professionally since her early 20s. She started a short-lived girl band after high school, which included a record deal. Kara had a short stint where she drove for Uber and would always serenade her passengers. She even had the opportunity to participate in an Uber campaign. She showed up on set and was put in a car, told to sing an original song and before she knew it, Julia Michaels was riding as her passenger. The campaign turned out to be a national commercial, and Kara's original song was showcased for the world to hear. Now, Kara works the nightshift as a caregiver for the elderly as well as individuals with developmental disabilities. During the day, Kara works on her music and songwriting, posts covers to her YouTube channel and, when she's not working, loves to gig at local bars and restaurants. Kara even dropped her first EP last summer, which garnered positive publicity and the opportunity to perform at venues in the U.K.

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15 December 2023

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