Teddy Sears, a talented actor known for his dedication to his craft, has built an impressive career across numerous hit television series and films. Currently starring in NBC’s medical drama Brilliant Minds opposite Zachary Quinto and set to appear in season two of Netflix’s The Night Agent, Sears has amassed an eclectic resume.

In this episode, Sears reflects on his unexpected journey from a business school student in Virginia to a successful actor in Los Angeles. He shares pivotal moments like a chance trip to Hawaii, an early modeling job that led to a soap opera role, and the instrumental support of a casting director who helped him secure an agent. With humor and insight, Sears discusses the challenges of pursuing acting, the importance of persistence, and the value of networking, offering anecdotes from his career and relationships with actors like Jon Bernthal. Find out why Sears says he crashed and burned in his audition for "AVATAR." The conversation also highlights the non-linear nature of success in the entertainment industry, the adaptability required in a changing landscape, and the role of tools like self-tapes and social media in modern acting careers.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Teddy Sears right here.

• IMDB: Teddy Sears, Actor

Credits: 

• The Night Agent
• The Flash
• Brilliant Minds
• Masters of Sex
• Chicago Fire
• American Crime Story
• American Horror Story
• The Politician
• 24: Legacy
• Mad Men
• Ugly Betty
• How to Get Away With Murder
• A Single Man

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