Ryan Elise Simpkins is an American actor who has made a notable impact in the film industry with their outstanding performances in movies such as Pride and Glory, A Single Man, Revolutionary Road, and more recently, The House (2017) and Fear Street: Part Two - 1978 (2021). Throughout their career, they have had the privilege of collaborating with renowned actors and actresses, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Kate Winslet, Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, Kyle Mooney, and Colin Farrell.
Ryan's talent was evident from a young age, as they began performing on Broadway at just seven years old. Born on the east coast, they are the middle child of three, and their family relocated to California in 2006. Despite their busy schedule, Ryan is a dedicated student and has attended public school, where they excelled as a gifted honor student.
In their free time, Ryan enjoys reading and writing, often adapting books for fun. They have also written, produced, and directed several short films, and plan to continue pursuing their passion for writing and directing in the future. Currently, Ryan is attending the University of California, Berkeley, where they are double majoring in Gender Studies and English, with a Minor in History.