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Post by harmonium on Jul 15, 2009 12:49:35 GMT -5
According to AfterElton, a new gay character has been cast for the ABC Family's drama, "The Secret Life of the American Teenager". Brando Eaton (previously seen alongside with Seann William Scott in "Balls Out") has taken up the part and he will be playing the new gay sidekick to Amy's (who is the lead actress in the show) gorgeous and rather badass little sister, Ashley. Tentatively, he is schedule to appear 4 episodes in the new season according to IMDB (ie. Episodes 7, 8, 10 & 12) which will be airing very soon in a few weeks' time. I didn't catch the show, but the actor has gotten me interested. I will try to get my means on the show, and if possible try to post some clips if anything is worth posting. Here are some pictures of the actor: Source:www.afterelton.com/blog/brianjuergens/brando-eaton-cast-ridiculously-adorable-gay-bff-secret-life-american-teenager
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Post by jnn111 on Jul 17, 2009 2:03:41 GMT -5
I'd heard about this on afterelton.com The actor is cute and am watching the show. It is pretty bad, but am eagerly awaiting the appearance of Brandon.
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Post by overtherainbow on Jul 23, 2009 12:06:27 GMT -5
Did he make his first appearance yesterday, or will he today?
When does the show air?
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Post by harmonium on Jul 23, 2009 20:37:35 GMT -5
^If according to imdb, his first appearance will be on 3 Aug 2009. This show is a weekly drama. It's currently at it's 5th episode.
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Post by overtherainbow on Jul 24, 2009 1:40:59 GMT -5
^If according to imdb, his first appearance will be on 3 Aug 2009. This show is a weekly drama. It's currently at it's 5th episode. Thanks for the info! I just assumed he would be seen on our tv screens soon since he was mentioned on AfterElton, but I guess I was wrong. LOL Anyways.. I'll still be watching when it airs
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Post by jnn111 on Aug 4, 2009 1:57:34 GMT -5
He was cute tonight, but wonder what they will do with his character.....
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Post by harmonium on Aug 4, 2009 2:21:42 GMT -5
jnn111: So how was his appearance for that episode? I haven't managed to watch it yet. Anything worth mentioning? Has he come out yet?
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Post by jnn111 on Aug 4, 2009 2:30:04 GMT -5
jnn111: So how was his appearance for that episode? I haven't managed to watch it yet. Anything worth mentioning? Has he come out yet? It was short and he appeared in the second half of the program. When he first appeared two of the girls were already fighting for him. He met up with the teenage pregnant's younger sister and came out to her. She thought that he was hitting on her ;D That was about it. Like I said, I wonder how they will use his character.
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Post by harmonium on Aug 4, 2009 2:46:34 GMT -5
He is supposed to be the lead character's sister's best friend. I wonder if he will be getting a love interest instead. But given that he is only a minor character, I guess that will be too much for him. Unless he is well-received, if not, I guess he will just remained as a side kick. But you will be watching rite? Maybe I can rely on you on updates, then if anything interesting I will try to upload the clips. Coz I dunno if it's worth DL-ing the episodes just for him if he is just a standalone character. Hehehe.
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Post by jnn111 on Aug 4, 2009 2:54:11 GMT -5
He is supposed to be the lead character's sister's best friend. I wonder if he will be getting a love interest instead. But given that he is only a minor character, I guess that will be too much for him. Unless he is well-received, if not, I guess he will just remained as a side kick. But you will be watching rite? Maybe I can rely on you on updates, then if anything interesting I will try to upload the clips. Coz I dunno if it's worth DL-ing the episodes just for him if he is just a standalone character. Hehehe. Yea, I'll be watching and I'll post here if there is any relevant information. I really hope that he is not just a sidekick, but fear that he will be that. In my opinion, the show is not good, but hope that he gets some decent story lines.
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Post by harmonium on Aug 4, 2009 3:52:31 GMT -5
jnn111: Thanks for the help! I also hope he will get a decent storyline.
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Post by jnn111 on Aug 24, 2009 23:05:08 GMT -5
Just an update. They haven't really done much with his character. He has mostly been the gay best friend.
Although, the whole school knows he is gay and there is no conflict. He had one guy come up to him, but nothing happened. In tonight's episode he had a good speech with a friend's mother where he said that he wanted to have a boyfriend. He comes off as completely confident and high self-esteem which I really appreciate.
There is only one episode left for the season. I hope they give him a solid story line next season.
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Post by harmonium on Aug 26, 2009 3:59:11 GMT -5
jnn111: Thanks for the update. Hmmm. Guess I shouldn't get my hands on the episode. Yes, hopefully next season he will have a meatier role.
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Post by mizuryuu on Sept 8, 2009 15:41:10 GMT -5
I like Griffin, but I really wish they did something more with his character aside from just being best friend to Ashley. It really does seems sometimes that the only reason they made him gay is so that Ashley can have a friend without her parents worrying about her having sex....
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Post by harmonium on Jan 21, 2010 5:51:11 GMT -5
OKIE, trying to revive the thread. As the main blog has introduced the show and has posted the clip, the user (thank god!!) has posted a few clips and seems like he/she is going to do his storyline. So I'm posing the links here:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
I like Griffin. He is confident and adorable. And he looks like he is a good friend. But I can't get into the rest of the characters. On a shallow note, if the writers want to make Ashley a popular girl, can't they get a prettier actress? She is barely attractive. And also, can the actress that portrays Ashley be anymore like a drone? She is expressionless and monotonous. I know she is supposed to be a skeptic and jaded person, but she looks like as if her life and emotions have been sucked out completely. The acting is pretty amateurish and wooden.
But I will still keep a look out for the series plainly for Griffin. I can't believe they picked a 23 year old guy to play a 15 year old guy. A little far-fetched. And it's pretty funny that Griffin's 2 elder brothers are gay too (if I'm not wrong). Hahhaa. And I've got a feeling that Griffin may fall for Mark (the guy who is courting Ashley).
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Post by harmonium on Jan 29, 2010 8:19:16 GMT -5
New Clip:
Courtesy of : thanatos101b
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Post by jnn111 on Jan 31, 2010 1:14:22 GMT -5
Thanks for posting the links to the clips.
I also like Griffin because he is open and confident, but getting a little tired of the best friend thing. I hope they give him a story line. I watched the show last season because I knew he was going to come on, but had to stop. The story lines are not interesting.
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Post by harmonium on Jan 31, 2010 3:37:02 GMT -5
^Sadly, I think he is going to relegate as the gay best friend. But it's ok as it's very nice to look at. Hahhaa. But of course, I would love to see more of him, a love interest or his interactions with other people besides Ashley.
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Post by overtherainbow on Jan 31, 2010 16:27:26 GMT -5
I hope he's going to have a boyfriend, or a life outside of Ashley and her family. I know that is probably unlikely though. I have to admit that I do like watching Griffin, boyfriend or not. His relationship with Ashley is semi-intriguing too.
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Post by harmonium on Feb 3, 2010 11:11:21 GMT -5
New clip:
Courtesy of : thanatos101b
Grant is CUTE!!
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Post by justinate on Feb 3, 2010 12:33:59 GMT -5
Yeah he is ... guess the cousins have more in common than just names starting with G! Now FHS, get Griff a boyfriend!
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Post by harmonium on Feb 4, 2010 9:41:52 GMT -5
^Totally! Such a great looking guy like Griffin shouldn't have a problem finding a boyfriend.
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Post by overtherainbow on Aug 8, 2010 8:17:19 GMT -5
I don't know if anyone saw the latest episode with Griffin and Peter. It was a VERY good episode, and Peter is such a cute guy! I think him and Griffin would be good together, they have the chemistry, that's for sure The only thing lacking was a kiss or a hug, but I forgive them for that because of the excellent coming out scene, it was very touching. I love Peter's dad. He kinda reminds me of Burt, Kurt's dad from Glee. I really hope they bring back Peter, I still think it was a set up for future episodes. They ended it with Peter thanking Grace for setting him up with Griffin, so yeah. They left it open for Peter to come back in the future, so I'm optimistic! AfterElton did a recap of the episode. You can read about it here: www.afterelton.com/node/35426
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Post by kevfish on Aug 8, 2010 9:50:26 GMT -5
I love Griffin & Peter. I hope they will be together soon.
I'm very happy because someone has subtitled in French this episode and I understood what they told. I'm not very good in English.
They're going to be in the episode 3-10 "My Girlfriend's Back" August 9
Spoilers : Leo throws Ben a summer party. Ashley is a reluctant guest. Griffin's surprised Ashley is speaking to him. Griffin's surprised to see Peter (Kristopher Higgins) arrive at the party with Haylie (Shoshana Bush), a girl who appears more interested in Ben than anyone else. Peter tells Griffin he's not ready to be out. Later, Griffin has a sleepover with two people.
David
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Post by HQ75 on Aug 8, 2010 9:58:51 GMT -5
I really like the Secret Life of American Teens.
Ashley, Grace and Griffin are my favorites with George right up there.
The scene last season when Griffin had his shirt off and the cleansing mask. LOL!!
It's as if David Mamet wrote for randy teens.
It's pretty sophisticated show for teens.
I really hope to see Peter and his family again. Griffin's cousin Grant also cracks me up. His delivery is hilarious.
Peter and Griffin have mad chemistry too. That conversation by the car was sweet and just enough sexy to let you know they were digging each other. Perfect.
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