Dean Simone is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of skills, including acting, modeling, music, screenwriting, and filmmaking. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of iconic sportswriter Jim Murray in HBO's "Winning Time", a series created by Adam McKay.
Following his success in "Winning Time", Simone took on the recurring role of Larry Case in the upcoming Netflix series "Gringo Hunters", produced by Imagine. Additionally, his film "Game Day", which he co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in, is currently available on Prime and has received critical acclaim.
Throughout his extensive acting career, Simone has had the opportunity to work with numerous renowned talents, including Michel Gondry, Jon Voight, Billy Bob Thornton, David E. Kelley, Mickey Rourke, and Hoyte van Hoytema, to name a few.
Simone has also made a name for himself in the world of advertising, having appeared in numerous Super Bowl commercials, including his portrayal of Jim Beam, which launched a global campaign spanning two years.
Beyond his acting and commercial endeavors, Simone is the lead singer of The Smokin' Cobras, a band that has performed at various prestigious venues around the world, including Dodger Stadium and Tokyo, Japan.
Originally from New Jersey, Simone currently resides in Southern California, where he is a devoted family man and proud Catholic.
