Trai Byers, a gifted American thespian and vocalist, has garnered widespread acclaim for his remarkable performance as Andre Lyon in the Fox music-industry prime time drama series, Empire. The spotlight has also shone upon his personal life, with particular focus on his romantic partnership with his Empire co-star, the talented actress Grace Gealey. On October 7, 2015, during an episode of the popular daytime talk show FABLife, Gealey publicly confirmed their engagement to the world, much to the delight of their fans. The couple then took their vows and became husband and wife on April 14, 2016, on the breathtakingly beautiful Grand Cayman Island, a picturesque paradise that served as the perfect backdrop for their special day.
Born in the vibrant city of Kansas City, Kansas, a place that would serve as the starting point for his educational odyssey, Byers embarked on a journey that would take him to the heart of the American South, where he completed his high school education in the state of Georgia.
Following this, Byers ventured to the University of Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in communications, laying the foundation for a future in the arts. However, his thirst for knowledge and creativity was far from quenched, and he went on to attend the prestigious American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Los Angeles, a renowned institution that has produced some of the most talented performers in the industry.
Undeterred by the rigors of his studies, Byers continued to push himself to new heights, enrolling in the esteemed Yale School of Drama, where he honed his craft and broadened his artistic horizons, immersing himself in a world of drama, music, and performance, and emerging as a skilled and versatile artist, ready to take on the challenges of the entertainment industry.
Noteworthy television appearances of Byers commenced in the year 2011, with recurring roles on the esteemed ABC daytime soap opera, All My Children, as well as the CW teen soap, 90210.
