Brandon Gomes

Brandon Antonio Gomes was born in Sarasota, Florida, known for Siesta Key Beach. He attended Riverview High School, where he participated in football for the Riverview Rams. At the age of 16, a family friend suggested he do a photo shoot. Shortly after these photos were posted online, local agencies began to express interest in signing him. This early exposure led to modeling opportunities, including billboard advertisements for Ron Jon in Florida and consistent features in local newspaper circulars. Upon graduating high school, Gomes signed with Click Model Management in New York, relocating to the city at 18 to pursue a modeling career. During his time in New York, he also began to engage with the music industry, maintaining a long-standing passion for music dating back to childhood when he would create beats on various objects.

His modeling work continued, with a move back to Florida during the winter months, where he signed with MC2 modeling agency in Miami. This period allowed him to dedicate more time to music production with EJ of Drummer Boy Entertainment. Gomes also secured a supporting role as Danny in the film “The First Time Club,” directed by KT Curan, which premiered at the Sarasota Film Festival in 2017. The film notably featured his music, with his track “Different Persona” included in the soundtrack. Following his work on “The First Time Club,” he was approached by childhood friend Alex Kompothacras concerning a reality television project. This led to his prominent role on MTV’s “Siesta Key,” which premiered on July 31st, 2017, putting him on a national platform.

Gomes has since expanded his career beyond acting and modeling, becoming a serial entrepreneur and cannabis activist. He is the owner and CEO of Siesta G, a cannabis brand. Through Siesta G, Gomes aims to destigmatize cannabis use, advocating for its benefits and promoting responsible business practices within the industry. He believes in fostering authenticity and empowerment, both within his brand and through his public persona, aiming to demonstrate successful cannabis entrepreneurship while adhering to legal frameworks. His journey reflects a transition from entertainment figure to a business owner focused on social advocacy.