Thomas Grant Gustin

Thomas Grant Gustin (born January 14, 1990) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as Barry Allen / The Flash on The CW series The Flash (2014-2023) as part of the Arrowverse and as Sebastian Smythe on the Fox series Glee. Trained in musical theater, his first major credit was as part of the 2010 national tour of West Side Story; he returned to theater in the original Broadway production of Water for Elephants, originating the starring role of Jacob Jankowski. Thomas Grant Gustin was born on January 14, 1990, in Norfolk, Virginia. He is the son of Tina Haney, a pediatric nurse, and Thomas Gustin, a college professor. During his high school years, he attended the Governor’s School for the Arts program in Norfolk for musical theater. He also went to Hurrah Players Incorporated which is a theater organization in Virginia. In 2008, he graduated from Granby High School and went on to attend the BFA Music Theater Program at Elon University in North Carolina for two years. He has been a friend of actor Chris Wood since college. Gustin’s first known screen role came while he was still in high school in the film Rain (2004). In this student film, by director/producer Neil Grochmal, during his studies at Regent University. Gustin plays a young mute who dreams of a man’s tragic loss of his wife in a robbery, then later crosses paths with the man, stirring visions that help the man solve the mystery of who murdered his wife. Grochmal said Gustin showed raw talent and figured the youngster would be a future achiever in acting. In 2010, Gustin left school to take the role of Baby John in the Broadway Revival Tour of West Side Story, and performed with the tour from its opening on September 30, 2010, through September 23, 2011. On November 8, 2011, he debuted on the television series Glee as Sebastian Smythe, an openly gay member of the Dalton Academy Warblers.Gustin won the recurring role of Sebastian, a promiscuous and scheming character, after "an exhaustive, weeks-long casting search". He originally auditioned for a background role as a tap dancer but did not get the part. However, Ryan Murphy kept him in mind. He began filming the role early on Monday, September 26, 2011, after having finished his final West Side Story performance the previous Friday night. In January 2012, Naya Rivera (as her character Santana Lopez) and Gustin (as Smythe) performed "Smooth Criminal" as a duet in the season three episode "Michael", backed by musical duo 2Cellos. The song was filmed in a similar environment as the 2Cellos music video, in a room surrounded by empty chairs as the two musicians play. This cover debuted and peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 10 on the Billboard Digital Songs, and number 28 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 chart during the week of February 18, 2012. In 2012, Gustin began filming A Mother’s Nightmare, an original film for the Lifetime network, in late May. The project also stars actresses Annabeth Gish and Jessica Lowndes and was shot in West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. On July 11, 2012, it was announced that Gustin had landed a major role in the independent film Affluenza. On September 13, 2013, it was announced that Gustin would play Barry Allen in the second season of Arrow. He was initially supposed to appear in three episodes, the last one serving as the backdoor pilot for a potential spin-off Flash series. However, the backdoor pilot plan was dropped in favor of a standalone pilot, titled The Flash. The pilot was picked up with an initial order of thirteen episodes, and the series premiered on October 7, 2014, with 4.8 million viewers, the most for a premiere on The CW in five years. With 184 episodes aired across nine seasons in total, The Flash concluded on May 24, 2023. As part of the greater Arrowverse, Gustin reprised his role as Allen on Arrow, Supergirl and Legends of Tomorrow, as well as the web series Vixen. On March 30, 2016, it was announced that Gustin would star in William H. Macy’s film Krystal. The film premiered in 2017 at the Virginia Film Festival and was released on April 13, 2018, by Great Point Media and Paladin In March 2020, Gustin was cast in Operation Blue Eyes as Barry Keenan.

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In 2013, Gustin landed his breakthrough role as Barry Allen/The Flash in the television series "Arrow." His portrayal of the beloved comic book character garnered immense popularity and critical acclaim, leading to the spinoff series "The Flash," which premiered in 2014. Gustin’s performance as the Scarlet Speedster earned him a devoted fan following and established him as a rising star in the superhero genre.

Beyond his work on "The Flash," Gustin has also made appearances in various other television shows, including "Glee" and "Supergirl," where he has showcased his versatility as an actor. In addition to his acting career, Gustin is also a talented singer, having released several singles and performed in musicals such as "Rent" and "Once."

Off-screen, Gustin is known for his warm and friendly personality. He actively engages with his fans through social media, recognizing their support as an integral part of his success. Gustin is also passionate about social and environmental issues, often using his platform to raise awareness and support various charitable causes.

In conclusion, Grant Gustin is a talented and versatile actor who has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with his portrayal of Barry Allen/The Flash. With his impeccable acting skills, mesmerizing singing voice, and charismatic persona, Gustin continues to leave a lasting impact in the entertainment industry. As his career progresses, audiences eagerly anticipate watching his talent and star power shine in future projects.

5 Facts About Grant Gustin
1. Grant Gustin’s real name is actually Thomas Grant Gustin. He adopted the stage name "Grant" early in his career to avoid any confusion with another actor named Thomas Grant.
2. Before landing the role of Barry Allen/The Flash, Gustin auditioned for another iconic superhero role - Peter Parker/Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man film series. Ultimately, he lost out to Andrew Garfield.
3. Despite being best known for his superhero role, Gustin originally started as a musical theater actor. He made his Broadway debut in 2011 as Baby John in the revival of West Side Story.
4. Gustin is a skilled drummer and even played in a band during his high school years. He showcased his drumming abilities in an Instagram video in 2020, surprising fans with his talent beyond acting.
5. In 2020, Gustin made headlines when he and his wife, Andrea "LA" Thoma, announced that they were expecting their first child. It was a surprise for many fans who were unaware of their pregnancy journey. The couple welcomed their baby girl, named Juniper, in January 2021.