Tanner Buchanan (born December 8, 1998) is an American actor known for his roles in the ABC political drama series Designated Survivor (2016–2018) and the Netflix series Cobra Kai (2018–present).
Early Life
Buchanan was born in Burbank, California. He grew up in Los Angeles and developed an interest in acting at a young age. He plays the guitar and piano.
Career
Buchanan made his first on-screen appearance in a commercial before landing roles in various television series. He gained recognition for his role as Leo Kirkman in the ABC political drama series Designated Survivor. In 2016, he joined the cast of the Netflix series Cobra Kai, where he plays Robby Keene, the estranged son of Johnny Lawrence.
In addition to his work on television, Buchanan has appeared in several films, including Jake Squared (2013), The Heyday of the Insensitive Bastards (2015), Anything (2017), and Virtual Games (Max Winslow and the House of Secrets) (2019). He also starred in the Netflix film He’s All That (2021), a gender-swapped remake of the 1999 film She’s All That.
Personal Life
Buchanan is active on social media, particularly Instagram, where he shares insights into his life and career with his followers. He is known for his engaging personality and connection with his fans.
Filmography
- Jake Squared (2013) as Sammy
- The Heyday of the Insensitive Bastards (2015) as Bobby Bell
- Anything (2017) as Jack Sachman
- Virtual Games (Max Winslow and the House of Secrets) (2019) as Connor Lawson
- He’s All That (2021) as Cameron Kweller
Television
- Game Shakers (2015) as Mason Kendall
- Designated Survivor (2016–2018) as Leo Kirkman
- Cobra Kai (2018–present) as Robby Keene
Awards and Nominations
Buchanan has received recognition for his work in Cobra Kai, contributing to the show’s success and popularity.
