Biography
Les Brandt grew up on the Great Plains near Amarillo, Texas, close to the historic Palo Duro Canyon. From 7th to 11th grade, he sang as a 1st Tenor in choir, dreaming of a singing career as a child. After high school, he began acting, crediting his initial training to mentor Adam Roarke at The Film Actors Lab in Dallas, TX. Brandt furthered his studies at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City and trained with Michelle Danner at Larry Moss/Edgemar Studio, as well as The Groundlings in Los Angeles, CA. Throughout his career, he has guest-starred on numerous network shows and films. Brandt also boasts an extensive commercial portfolio, working with some of the most recognizable brands, advertising agencies, directors, and actors. His latest project featured him opposite Oscar-winning actress Julianne Moore in a national L'Oreal campaign alongside Helen Mirren, Jane Fonda, Isabelle Adjani, Iris Berben, and Vanessa Williams. His commercial credits include The Home Depot, Old Spice (The Legend), Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Scott's Lawn, Yoplait GoGurt, and several Nissan spots, one featuring Blake Shelton. Additionally, he collaborated with Oscar winner John Mathieson (Gladiator) and director Daniel Kleinman on an international commercial for Monster.com. Brandt made his daytime television debut in 1995 with a three-year contract on the New York-based NBC soap opera "Another World," followed by a recurring role on NBC's "Days of Our Lives" in Los Angeles. He is recently married to Nicole Tia Brandt, and they have two young daughters. An avid animal lover, Brandt dedicates his free time to supporting local rescue organizations. He practices Taoism, follows a vegetarian lifestyle, and has a passion for motorcycles, classical, and heavy-metal music. Committed to physical fitness, he has maintained a workout routine of three to four days per week consistently since July 1987.
