John Andrew (Drew) Youngblood is a 15-year-old SAG-eligible actor based in Atlanta, renowned for his powerful emotional performances, which have garnered widespread critical acclaim. One of his most notable roles was in the film "To Leslie," where he shared the screen with Andrea Riseborough, who received an Academy Award nomination for her outstanding performance. Additionally, Drew has made notable appearances as a guest star on the CBS television series "Bull," and has secured co-star roles in popular shows such as "Stranger Things," "The Gifted," and "Good Girls."
Furthermore, Drew has expanded his creative horizons by venturing into filmmaking, collaborating with his creative partner Allegra Novikov. Their short film "Bus Stop" won the Best Teen Filmmaker award at the prestigious George Lindsey Film Festival, and they have also received acting accolades for their performances in the Independent Shorts Award. Moreover, their work has been officially selected for screening in over 10 other film festivals.
Aside from his acting and filmmaking endeavors, Drew is also a skilled bass guitar player, writer, and actively pursues opportunities for movie and television roles. He is represented by Privilege Talent (Atlanta) and Brilliant Talent Management.