Brandon Gilpin

Brandon Gilpin, known as ShowTimeBrando, is a multifaceted entertainer who transitioned from dancer and musical artist to a recognized actor, with notable roles in television series such as “P-Valley” and “Grown-ish.” After the viral success of his debut song ‘ShowTimeBrando- Ultimate Dance Challenge’ in November 2015, which garnered over 50,000 Facebook views for its accompanying video within one week, Brandon Gilpin quickly established himself as a multifaceted entertainer. His early musical momentum continued with tracks like ‘ShowTimeBrando- Senior Anthem 2k17,’ created specifically for his high school pep rally. Gilpin made his initial on-screen appearances later that same year, being cast on the spot as Trey in the short film Jumpman and featuring as an extra on TeenNickTop10. Early in his career, he also honed his theatrical skills, taking on a lead role as Usnavi in Lin Manuel Miranda’s critically acclaimed musical In the Heights.

Capitalizing on this momentum, Gilpin joined the cast of Freeform’s popular series Grown-ish in 2022 as the character Renard, further diversifying his television credits. That same year, he appeared in the critically recognized Peacock series Queer as Folk, showcasing his versatility across different genres and platforms. Most recently, in 2023, Gilpin was seen in Hulu’s mystery drama Saint X, portraying the character of Keithley, adding another complex role to his expanding filmography. With consistent engagement across acting, music, and a strong, evolving social media presence as ShowTimeBrando, Gilpin continues to expand his versatile career, demonstrating a proven ability to deliver compelling performances across various mediums and genres for a broad and diverse audience.