Joey Pollari's illustrious career in the entertainment industry commenced with a pivotal scouting event held in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, an experience that had a profound impact on his life. The outcome of this event was nothing short of remarkable, as he received callbacks from esteemed agents just a day later, eager to represent him and propel his career forward.
In order to refine his acting skills and better prepare himself for the demands of the industry, Pollari enrolled in acting lessons at the esteemed Stagecoach Theatre Arts. This decision proved to be a wise one, as it allowed him to hone his craft and develop a deeper understanding of the art of acting.
Throughout his early years as a performer, Pollari had the privilege of appearing in numerous stage productions at some of the most renowned venues in the Twin Cities. These esteemed establishments included the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, and the SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development, also located in Saint Paul.
The television debut of Pollari took place on April 30, 2006, when he made his initial appearance as a newsboy in the episode "The Hen House" of the popular police procedural series Cold Case. This marked the beginning of his journey in the world of television, and it was a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.
Notably, in the year 2012, a prominent television personality, Pollari, assumed the lead role in the MTV series "The Inbetweeners", a humorous portrayal of a group of teenagers as they endeavored to navigate the challenges of high school and adulthood, with the show premiering in August of that particular year.
Fast forward to two years later, in 2014, Pollari took on the starring role in the second season of the acclaimed ABC series "American Crime", a creation of the renowned writer and director John Ridley. In this notable performance, Pollari portrayed the character of Eric Tanner, an accused perpetrator, garnering widespread critical acclaim for his portrayal.
Pollari initially made his significant cinematic debut in the 2018 teen romance film Love, Simon, where he portrayed the character of Lyle, a charming and affable waiter. In the following year, he lent his support to the independent feature film The Obituary of Tunde Johnson, directed by the accomplished filmmaker Ali LeRoi. Furthermore, Pollari marked his entry into the music world by releasing his debut album, "About Men", in 2019, and he also took on the responsibility of directing the music videos for the album.
