Brian Ronalds
American film producer
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Brian Ronalds (born July 6, 1973) is an American producer, director, publicist, writer, former actor,[5] and is one half of "The Ronalds Brothers".[6][7] In 2007, Ronalds produced and co-starred in the horror-comedy Netherbeast Incorporated, released in 2007 and directed by his brother Dean and starring Darrell Hammond, Judd Nelson, Dave Foley, Robert Wagner, Jason Mewes, Amy Davidson and Steve Burns.[5]
Brian Ronalds | |
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Ronalds in November 2012 | |
| Born | July 6, 1973 Los Angeles |
| Occupations | Actor,[1] Producer,[2][3] director[4] |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| Spouse(s) | Michelle Palermo (m 2020-present), Stephanie Nau (m 1997 - 2013) |
| Children | Leif Ronalds, Logan Ronalds, Paige Palermo, Thaine Palermo |
| Website | Ronalds Brothers |
Career
After having success with his first film he went on to produce and co-star in Brian Pulido's horror film The Graves starring Bill Moseley, Tony Todd, Amanda Wyss, Clare Grant and Jillian Murray.[8] In 2008, Brian and his brother Dean were brought on as staff writers for Tyler Perry's "Meet the Browns Season 2" and spent a little time in Atlanta, Georgia at Tyler Perry Studios.[9]
In 2010, Brian co-starred and produced the crime-thriller "Dirty Little Trick" starring Dean Cain, Michael Madsen and Christie Burson.[10] In 2011, Ronalds produced the feature film "Ashley" with Tom Malloy, directed by his brother Dean, and starring America's Next Top Model winner, Nicole Fox, Two and a Half Men's Jennifer Taylor, Tom Malloy and Michael Madsen.[11][12][13]
Personal life
Ronalds was born in Los Angeles, CA, grew up in Littleton, Colorado, graduated from Columbine Highschool, received his BA in English at the University of Northern Colorado[14] and currently lives in Los Angeles, CA with his two sons Leif & Logan, step-son Thaine, step-daughter Paige, and wife (actress and writer) Michelle Palermo.[15]
Popularity
Ronalds was covered in several popular medias of India when he visited the Bollywood with Tom Malloy.[16][17]
Filmography
Actor
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | A.W.O.L. | Frankie Falino | Actor |
| 2004 | Split | Doctor/Patient Stand In | Actor |
| 2004 | Portrait | Tom | Actor |
| 2004 | The Netherbeast of Berm-Tech Industries, Inc. | Daryl | Actor, producer |
| 2005 | Little Victim | Duane | Actor |
| 2005 | Laws of Deception | Waiter | Actor |
| 2005 | Toofy Film Fest 2005: HD Showcase | Brian Ronalds | Actor |
| 2006 | The Chase | Marty | Actor |
| 2006 | Go-Go Guy | Monte Smohler | Actor |
| 2007 | Love and Honor | Pedro | Actor |
| 2007 | The Long Shot | Chess Opponent | Actor |
| 2007 | Netherbeast Incorporated | Dow Byrum | Actor, producer |
| 2007 | Screen Wars: Being Camerahead | Craig | Actor |
| 2007 | Bitter Spirits | Larry | Actor |
| 2007 | Twisted Soul | Frank Durbon | Actor |
| 2007 | Room 602 | Paul Xavier | Actor |
| 2007 | Michael's Hearing Problem | Lewis | Actor |
| 2007 | Star Power | Jett | Actor |
| 2008 | SIS | Court Criminal | Actor |
| 2009 | Numbers | Hector | Actor |
| 2009 | Cocktail Wizard | Tony the Bartender | Actor |
| 2009 | The Graves | Pete Tyler | Actor |
| 2010 | Eye on Entertainment: 2011 Shriekfest Film Festival (#7.37) | Himself | Actor |
| 2011 | Dirty Little Trick | Jimmy T | Actor |
| 2012 | Remnant | Actor | |
| 2012 | Goodbye Promise | Milton | Actor |
| 2013 | Crushed Velvet | Wink Philbin | Actor |
Producer
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Bounty | Co-Producer | |
| 2004 | Portrait | Tom | Actor, producer |
| 2004 | The Netherbeast of Berm-Tech Industries, Inc. | Daryl | Actor, producer |
| 2005 | Screen Wars: Comedy Series | TV Episodes / Producer | |
| 2008 | Raglin Tales | Producer | |
| 2009 | Cowboy Dreams | Co-executive producer | |
| 2012 | Ashley | Producer | |
| 2013 | The Movie | Associate producer (post production) |
Director
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | A.W.O.L. | Frankie Falino | Actor, producer, director |
| 2005 | Screen Wars: Horror/Sci-Fi Series | TV Episodes / Director | |
| 2006 | Go-Go Guy | Monte Smohler | Actor, producer, director, writer |
| 2012 | Remixed: Mike Song & Mike Tompkins | TV Episodes / Second Assistant Director | |
| 2012 | Remixed: Keone Madrid & Mari Martin & Christina Grimmie | TV Episodes / Second Assistant Director | |
| 2012 | Remixed: Legacy & DeStorm | TV Episodes / Second Assistant Director | |
| 2012 | Remixed: Madd Chadd & Paul Dateh | TV Episodes / Second Assistant Director | |
| 2012 | Remixed: Melinda Sullivan & Big Bad VooDoo Daddy | TV Episodes / Second Assistant Director |
Writer
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Meet the Browns: Meet the Cousins (#2.8) | TV Episodes, Writer |
Special thanks
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Reveille | Special thanks | |
| 2007 | A Modern Faerie Tale | Special thanks |
Other accolades
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Phoenix Film Foundation | Filmmaker of the Year | Won |