Actor Brian J. White is profiled in the November Out. The Dartmouth-educated, former pro-football player and classically-trained dancer has a supporting role in the upcoming holiday-pic The Family Stone, whose cast includes Sarah Jessica Parker (ugh), Dermot Mulroney, Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams and Claire Danes. In the film, SJP (ugh) stars as Dermot's fiancee; he brings her home to his WASPy-slash-bohemian Connecticut family for the holidays.
If the story sounds somewhat cliched, there's plenty of innovation: White portrays the boyfriend of a family member ... the brother (Ty Giordano) of Dermot's character. So not only is this a gay relationship, but it's inter-racial. Oh yeah, actor Ty Giordano is also deaf. Lots of material, right? In Out, Brian White says he was lucky to land the role. "It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work with that kind of cast,' he says. "I hope the result is as much fun to watch as it was to make." White's co-star plays coy about his own sexuality ("Watch the film and tell me if I am," he jokes in the interview), but gushes over his co-star. (Which makes us just a tad jealous.) Giordano: "Brian was great—very professional, and really, really nice to look at it."
That's no understatement: Brian is sooo easy on the eyes. And we love him even more now that's playing one of the gays. If Brian White looks familiar, but you can't quite place him, you may recognize without the suit and in fewer clothes. Think baseball ...
You may have seen Brian White in the super-hilarious Mr. 3000, where he played Rex "T-Rex" Penanbaker, Bernie Mac's nemesis and the team big dawg.
If you go Brian's personal website—which he built and maintains himself—you'll see why we're gushing. Former NFL player. (Patriots, ugh) Former pro lacrosse player. Rides horseback, speaks espanol, professional dancer, now an actor. Draft pick, right?
Two FYIs. First, we're going to an early WGA screening of The Family Stone and will soon have our review. Also, we may get an interview with Brian White. If that happens, we'll let you know.
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Mr. White was also the star of the final movie in the TROIS trilogy....and played the brother of BORIS KODJOE in that defunct UPN comedy he did with his wife NIOCLE ARI PARKER. HE was wearing a lot of FOUNDATION in that show for some reason....lol. There's also some movie where he's naked ... but I cant think of it right now.
So does this mean that he's gay? No matter....he is very easy on the eyes.
Posted by: BAMBAM | 31 October 2005 at 21:34
Was it just me: I always thought his character on Second Time Around was going to come out at some point, if the show had survived. He was one of the highlights of that show. Thanks for the profile, Rod. I hope you get the interview with him.
Posted by: Mark | 31 October 2005 at 22:54
What, you don't like SJP? I agree. I don't get the fascination. Although I'm sure she's a nice person in real life, her acting isn't great, the TV show was retched, and she's no looker (meow).
I just never got why anyone liked Sex and the City. The women were cliche and kinda icky. I remember SNL did a wicked spoof of the characters drinkin', smokin', and talkin' about screwin'. It was really seedy in that eww, I hope my kids don't end up like that way. And no, that's not being judgemental or moralistic. It's just the dysfunctional aspects to it all.
How did these women earn money? It's hard to see how they could hold down real jobs. Moreover, the disconnect between life and unrealistic expectations set for viewers (got to find Mr. Big/Right) was sad. America exported this crap 'round the world. How many smart, savvy women had their expectations of life corrupted by that trash?
Sorry, I'm a Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Xena Warrior Princess kind of guy.
Posted by: Rafe | 01 November 2005 at 01:23
Oh, I saw Brian in "Brick" in which he plays a highschool football star. Brian was spot on as the narcissictic jock. There's a great fight seen where he gets a deserved beat down. (His character is an ass.) I thought he was a teenager because he looked so young and carried himself so convincingly.
Posted by: Rafe | 01 November 2005 at 01:38
very attractive on the eyes indeed... i will have to check out this movie when it comes to theaters...
Posted by: P. Alonzo Harris Jr. | 01 November 2005 at 07:54
cute guy, nice ass...but another story about a professional blk man falling for a white boy....ugh
Posted by: naturalblkluv | 01 November 2005 at 08:25
You're on it, Rod! I'm glad to see his landed a role in a high profile film, though I agree with naturalblkduv that a scenario involving a professional brotha falling for a white man (who may or may not be attractive) isn't original, really.... But more power to him. I agree with you about Parker; her voice and mannerisms grate on me, which was one reason I found it hard to watch SATC. But the show overall had its moments, many of them!
Posted by: jstheater | 01 November 2005 at 09:03
You're on it, Rod! I'm glad to see he's landed a role in a high profile film, though I agree with naturalblkduv that a scenario involving a professional brotha falling for a white man (who may or may not be attractive) isn't original, really.... But more power to him. I agree with you about Parker; her voice and mannerisms grate on me, which was one reason I found it hard to watch SATC. But the show overall had its moments, many of them!
Posted by: jstheater | 01 November 2005 at 09:04
Mr. White is another actor to watch out for. He has yet to find a project that will help him make the leap to superstardom like Denzel,Jamie etc. Hopefully that time will come soon.
Also, he is a trained dancer as well.
Kevin C
ATL
Posted by: Kevin C | 01 November 2005 at 09:51
Hey Mark!!!
What movie was that where he was showing? Cause viewing his website, he's NOT dangling. Another inter-racial story, is soooooo tired. Although, I must admit (a few of) the SnowQueens here in Boystown Chicago got it going on. Intyvay, good for him - although he DON'T do me. I don't feel his masculinity. Can you say Sistah?
Posted by: Banga | 01 November 2005 at 10:57
He will be in the Big new action Martial Arts Flick TEKKEN as Bruce....
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0411951/
Posted by: Rob | 01 November 2005 at 11:37
Hey Banga, no, I meant "come out" as in "come out of the closet." Sorry for the false alarm. Second Time Around was the Boris Kodjoe/Nicole Ari Parker sitcom where Brian White played a fastidious dentist given to overly cute, even girlish displays of affection and very expensive gifts for his high-spending real-estate-agent wife.
Posted by: Mark | 01 November 2005 at 11:53
i think he is family after reading that interview and my gaydar picked him up awhile go too lol. i think he is a talented actor as well and nice on the eyes
Posted by: algie | 01 November 2005 at 17:49
i first discovered this kat on a show called "the shield" on FX. good actor, good-looking, too. I like that dance was his entree into performance...and as an east coast boy, i've always had a soft spot for lacrosse players LOL
Posted by: scott poulson-bryant | 02 November 2005 at 03:33
Brian is beautiful. I wish he were playing gay opposite a black man. his hands are lovely.
Rod, where do you find all this incredible information?
how do you get the pictures from movies and tv? They are beautiful and so clear.
Posted by: greg | 02 November 2005 at 03:52
Very cute guy. We will see how comfortable he is with his character in this picture.
Posted by: Bari | 02 November 2005 at 17:50
Yes it's about time this man got his props even though when i first laid eyes on him on second time around in the christmas episode him beinf the elf lawrd knows i know he he gay his actions just gave it away
Posted by: Mdhotboi301 | 03 November 2005 at 13:26
ok....I visited Brian's website and viewed the pics......who was it that was doubting him being family???? If I'm wrong, my gaydar needs a tuneup.
Posted by: LONGSHOT | 05 November 2005 at 06:05
Does anyone know if Brian White is Straight and if he is does anyone know if he is involved with anyone?
Posted by: Leticia | 14 December 2005 at 15:22
He's straight. He's dating Jennifer Freeman from the TV series "My Wife & Kids." See: http://tinypic.com/fng6tg.jpg
Posted by: Jill | 21 December 2005 at 11:58
I just saw Brian White in the film, The Family Stone and he was fantatsic. He really is a great actor. Im looking forward to even bigger things from him. He is absolutely stunning to look at.
Posted by: Gemini | 27 December 2005 at 19:15
Brian is igght.. He looks good but he's acting is "ok." I would dick him down though..
Posted by: Emobro | 22 June 2006 at 11:58
Please,
That mofo is GAY GAY GAY He needs to go ahead and get with Tyler Perry and let E Lynn Harris write a book about it. What a waste!!
Posted by: Diva101@hotmail.com | 10 August 2006 at 08:34
AWWW HELL NAW....he better not be or my heart is broken.
Posted by: Alesa-Renee | 10 August 2006 at 10:18
AWWW HELL NAW....he better not be or my heart is broken.
Posted by: Alesa-Renee | 10 August 2006 at 10:19