Jeff Branson: A Brief Biography
At A Glance
Originally from Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, Jeff Branson moved to New York City in 1995 and attended an acting conservatory where he studied for two years. Upon completion of the program, he appeared in the feature films Shaft and Big Kahuna, and held starring roles in several independent films. No stranger to the New York stage, he has performed in several Off-Broadway shows and guest starred on television's Law & Order and Strangers with Candy.
In 2003, Mr. Branson played the role of young Alan Spaulding on Guiding Light and appeared on One Life to Live. He appeared for three years as Jonathan Lavery on All My Children and returned to Guiding Light -- as Shayne Lewis -- in 2008.
Mr. Branson has donated his time to support Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS. When not working, he enjoys sky diving, playing guitar, cooking and riding his bicycle around New York City.
Acting Portfolio: TELEVISION
The Young and the Restless Ronan Malloy June 22, 2010 to Present Guiding Light Shayne Lewis December 1, 2008 to September 18, 2009 All My Children Jonathan Lavery June 15, 2004 to December 18, 2007; remained on contract through spring 2007 Guiding Light Alan Spaulding Winter 2004Acting Portfolio: FILM
The Big Bad Swim Noah Owens 2006 Four Lane Highway Andy 2005 Wolves of Wall Street Tyler 2002 Semmelweis Schmelling 2001 Shaft Walter's Friend 2000Awards & Acclaim
Daytime Emmys Winner, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2009; for Guiding Light) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2013; for The Young and the Restless) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2009; for Guiding Light) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2005; for All My Children) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2013; for The Young and the Restless) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2009, 2010; for Guiding Light) Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2005, 2006; for All My Children)Vital Statistics
PLACE OF BIRTH: Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
DATE OF BIRTH: March 10, 1977