Brian Michael Smith

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

0.8001

Gender

Male

Birthday

29-Jan-1983

Age

(43 years old)

Place of Birth

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

Also Known As
  • Brian Michael

Brian Michael Smith

Biography

Brian Michael Smith (born January 29, 1983) is an American actor known for ground-breaking performances on television and advocacy for trans representation in media. His role as Toine Wilkins, a transgender police officer, in Ava DuVernay’s Queen Sugar (OWN), launched him into a series of high-profile roles including political strategist Pierce Williams in Showtime's The L Word: Generation Q (2019) cast. Smith became the first out black trans man in a series regular role on network television when he was cast as firefighter Paul Strickland in FOX's 9-1-1: Lone Star (2020). Other appearances include NBC's Chicago P.D., HBO's Girls, and Showtime's thriller Homeland.


Credits

White Privilege Frankenstein White Privilege Frankenstein (2015) Character: Darrell
When Frankenstein's Monster gets into big trouble with an angry mob, his creator must change the subject to get him off the hook.
Deep Dish Dimples Deep Dish Dimples (2025) Character: N/A
When Gio, a Black trans man, calls his best friend Lazette for help burying a body, the two are pulled into an unexpected confrontation with the past. As whispers of family wounds and unresolved trauma echo through the night, Gio must face a surreal encounter with his pre-transitioned self. What begins as a desperate mission transforms into a journey of acceptance, love, and self-forgiveness, reminding us that healing comes from embracing every part of who we are.
Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone (2020) Character: Self
Online special co-hosted by Billy Eichner and Lilly Singh in response to COVID-19 featuring celebrities and live performances raising funds for LGBTQ community centers.
Tell-By Date Tell-By Date (2019) Character: Ryan
Ryan loves being a dad more than anything, but has never told his son that he’s transgender and not his biological father. As another Father’s Day passes, Ryan imposes a deadline or a ‘Tell-by Date,' but it’s easier set than done!
Disclosure Disclosure (2020) Character: Self - Actor
An investigation of how Hollywood's fabled stories have deeply influenced how Americans feel about transgender people, and how transgender people have been taught to feel about themselves.
Tracers Tracers (2015) Character: Security Guard #1
Wanted by the mafia, a New York City bike messenger escapes into the world of parkour after meeting a beautiful stranger.
I Wish You All the Best I Wish You All the Best (2025) Character: Chris
A non-binary teen is kicked out of their North Carolina home after coming out to their ultra-religious parents. As a result, they move in with their estranged sister and her husband. Though the two are welcoming, they continue to struggle with anxiety further exacerbated by their parents' rejection. As such, they try to keep a low profile at school. However, after they meet a proudly bisexual classmate, their life begins to look a little more hopeful.



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