Favorites Of Favorites: Brandon Ruckdashel

Here at F H and other Things I have always strived to be more than just a blog that jutt posts pictures of great looking guys. I am interested in more than just appearance, but getting to know more about the talented actors, artists, models and photographers that I profile. There is nothing more appealing than talent and I am excited to begin a new feature with some of the most talented people I have featured on the blog. The series is called 'Favorites of Favorites' and it will feature the Favorite things of some of the Favorite People I have featured.

I am very pleased that the first person to be featured is actor and singer Brandon Ruckdashel. Brandon is not only one of the most talented actors and singers working today, he is also one of the warmest and giving actors I have encountered. If you read my blog on a regular basis you will be familiar with Brandon as I have posted about him and his work many times before.

Name: Brandon Ruckdashel
Occupation: Actor, singer and photographer.
Current Project: Zach in Co-Ed Confidential-Spring Break Lets hope for a season 4!!!
Official Site: Brandon Ruckdashel.com
Can Be Seen Next in: Tomorrow Night's Broadway Meows at Don't Tell Mama, 7pm, a benefit concert for the Humane Society of New York, featuring the songs of Seth Bisen-Hersh.


Brandon's Favorites:

1.Favorite Site you check out daily on the net?

I have three sites that are always open. I'm absolutely addicted to facebook, Cnn keeps me up on the news, and hulu.com is where I watch all of my fave shows.

2.Favorite Meal?
Dinner, I am a completely Midwest meat and potatoes kind of guy... Especially if it involves my salt encrusted dill and herb rubbed steak. If I'm feeling really adventurous as a cook for the evening I whip up my clover honey Merlot reduction sauce.

3. Favorite TV Show?

Californication, David Duchovny is awesome in this series, and its really entertaining..and sexy. I like TV that's hot!


4. Favorite TV show guilty pleasure?

TruBlood, enough said ;-)


5. First celebrity Crush?

I can't even remember at this point. I'm thinking someone from Sesame Street maybe.


6. Celebrity you would go on a date with if you could?

I'd love to pick Sean Penn's brain over a scotch or two...or four...maybe more if it's a single malt.

7. Favorite Thing to do when home alone for a day?

Play my guitar and work on this never ending music project I've been wanting to finish for the last few years.


8. Favorite Part of your job?

I get to play dress up and be another person... and the best part is playing, or in my case misbehaving, with the other actors on stage.


9. Favorite Project you have been a part of?

My favorite stage project to date was "The Next Big Thing." I made a really great friend in, Jason Director, one of my co-stars. My fave TV project would have to be National Debt. I walked on set knowing Jerry Zucker was producing but I had no idea until he arrived that he'd actually be directing the pilot. That was an amazing experience.


10. Favorite Body Part (yours or on another):

Id have to say that Neck and Shoulders are the sexiest body parts followed closely by eyes.


11. Favorite Piece of Clothing you own?

My cowboy boots, they were a gift from one of my friends who was in the national tour of Rag Time.


12. Music that was blaring when you were a kid, when you closed your bedroom, grabbed something as a mike, and pretended to be a rock star.


Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Collective Soul... I was a grunge kid.

Brandon Ruckdashel in Coed Confidential Spring Break

Coed Confidential Spring Break began last week on Cinemax with one of my favorite guys Brandon Ruckdashel playing Zac. I cannot find the show in my area, but I am on the hunt to be able to watch the show, until then I just want to encourage everyone to give the show a look and until I find a way to watch let me know your thoughts!


Above: Photo by Jon Whitney in one of his first shoots with Brandon in 2007.

Favorite Birthday Boy for March 13th Brandon Ruckdashel

Happy Birthday to truly one of my favorite hunks Brandon Ruckdashel who turns 26 today! Enjoy Your birthday Brandon!



Brandon has so many great pics it was hard to pic just a few, but these are a few of my favorites. Check out more at Brandon's site found HERE:







Keep your eye out for Brandon next month as Zack in Co-Ed Confidential from HBO/Cinemax. Below are a couple of shots from the series.

Brandon Ruckdashel in 'The Lair'

Ok, so 'The Lair' is not exactly Shakespeare. There are however vampires, killer animals and plants, cute guys, many who have nude scenes, and of course one of my favorite actors Brandon Ruckdashel. I would not have checked out 'The Lair' if not for Brandon and with season 2 just out on DVD this week thought I would give it a plug. Brandon was in only a few episodes of season 2 and I do wish his character certainly would have been utilized more. That aside, 'The Lair' certainly was enjoyable 'popcorn' tv which you should check out.

As always, be sure to visit Brandon's great website HERE:




Season 2, Episode #1









Season 2, Episode #9

Just Because: Brandon Ruckdashel

Recently I have taken the word 'favorite' out of some of my post headings. That is because although I admire and respect all the subjects I post about, I figured it was time to reserve the word favorite for those people I truly love and respect. Actor Brandon Ruckdashel is certainly at the top of that list. Last November I posted about this hot and talented actor. If you did not check that post out, give it a look HERE, it is full of info and pics.

Well this accomplished stage, televison and movie actor has a new project coming up. Brandon has a new series on HBO/Cinemax entitled "Coed Confidential: Spring Break". Brandon describes the show as a hot, sexy comedy. Check your local listings as it will begin airing this March.

Brandon recently shot a new set of publicity shots by photographer Jim Warren that I am thrilled to share with you all. Thanks Brandon, a true talent, a truly great guy and a true favorite. Check out Brandon's official site HERE, full of info and tons of great images!

Favorite Stage Hunk of the Day: Brandon Ruckdashel

If you have not heard of Brandon Ruckdashel, it is just a matter of time. Brandon may be known to some of you for his role on 'The Lair' or his beautiful and haunting performance in writer and director Maria Beatty's 'Boy In A Bathtub', but he has an impressive list of theatre credits as well.

Brandon grew up in the middle of Minnesota, but moved to Utah when in middle school. In his freshman year, he discovered drama class and for the first time he felt liked he really fit in with a group of people.



Brandon continued acting and playing sports until his acting teacher suggested he spend the summer at the North Carolina School of the Arts. He went onto East Carolina University, and after many productions working behind the scenes and on the main stage, Brandon left for New York. After a few productions in New York, including 'Ascension' (see below) Brandon headed to LA where he is currently living and working. The opportunities are starting to role in and with Brandon's talent it is impossible to imagine he will not become one of Hollywood's biggest stars. Brandon has an absolutely AMAZING web site full of info, tons and tons of pics and information. Be sure to stop by and spend some time, if your like me, when you leave you will be a huge fan of this talented, not to mention hot young talent. You can find his site HERE:







Yes Brandon has a smokin body, but the above pic is my favorite. Those eyes!











Below: Brandon as Riley in the horror TV series, "The Lair."


Below: Stills from Brandon's performance in the 2006 Off-Broadway production of Ascension. Brandon earned great reviews for his role as Lorenzo, an attractive, charismatic and dangerous dark angel who seduces a Catholic priest. Check out the Ascension Myspace Page HERE:








Some info about Brandon's early life from MostBeautifulMan.Com.