Biography
An actor known for his all-American boyish charm, Ethan is most widely recognized in his role as "Wallace Jenkins" on the 1960's family-friendly, drama, "Granite Flats" (2013-). He has several short films credited in his filmography, most notably as "Arrow" the Oliver-esque story of redemption for a boy pick-pocket and his mentor in "Eddie and Arrow" as well as "Harold's nephew" in the comedy short, "What It Is" about unemployment and holding on to your pride.
Ethan began working and gaining experience in 2010 with principal roles in multiple national commercials for Allstate, Oscar Mayer, Chevy, Elmer's Glue, Dish Network, Gillette and a "Homefront" Video Game. Prior to that he enjoyed competing in school regional speech competitions and has had several lead roles on school stages throughout the years.
Ethan was born Ethan Ross Wills on October 16th, 1998, in Los Angeles, CA, and was raised in the idyllic suburbs of South Orange County, CA. He is the son of Heather Ann (Garner), a Homemaker and volunteer, and Jacob Edward Wills, a regional manager in the insurance industry. He has a younger brother, Corbin Wills.
Ethan relates to the traditional roles of "the Boy Next Door" due to his early years where he spent much of his days at the local beaches and parks, playing little league baseball, football, basketball and hanging with friends. In opposition to the traditional roles that pull from his childhood, he finds his "emotional home" in wide range of characters and stories that are intense, dramatic and comedic roles.
Due to his passion for "story", Ethan has written, filmed, directed and created several projects throughout his youth and continues to seek inspiration, direction from industry professionals and life experiences that enhance his ability to tell a story on screen.
Ethan continues to enjoy learning from those within the storytelling industry - other actors, directors, DP's, crew, writers and industry executives. He is influenced by the work of George Clooney, Walt Disney, Ron Howard, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Will Smith because their work ethic, career choices and passion-projects.
Ethan continues to have a heart for serving others and has worked with Hoops of Hope, a charity that helps kids in Africa since 3rd grade.
