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At just 12 Years old Ella Anderson was praised by critics for her role as Jeannette Walls in "The Glass Castle" as "The show-stealing Ella Anderson" "First among equals" "Emotional and raw" "Simply Enchanting..possessing acting chops well beyond her years." "Anderson is a revelation"

Ella Anderson is a versatile actress known for her roles in "The Glass Castle" 'The Boss,' 'Mother's Day', 'Unfinished Business' and the 2016 Kids Choice Award winner for Favorite Kids TV Show, 'Henry Danger' Anderson was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on March 26, 2005. She got her big break at 5, when she was discovered by a casting director in Detroit, Michigan. She quickly landed a part in the Feature Film 'Touchback', followed by roles in films that include 'The Giant Mechanical Man', 'Last Man Standing', 'The Possession of Michael King', James Franco's directorial debut film, 'Bukowski', as well as Franco's UCLA short film 'Miss Famous' with Kristin Wiig. Anderson has social media follow of nearly 4.5 million strong across multiple platforms, thanks to her role playing Piper Hart in Nickelodeon's 'Henry Danger', which completed production on 128 episodes. While working on the series, she has also appeared in a string of major Hollywood productions including, 'Unfinished Business' with Vince Vaughn, the 2015 blockbuster comedy 'The Boss' with Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Bell and the Garry Marshall helmed, 'Mother's Day' alongside Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston and Julia Roberts. Her work in Destin Daniel Cretton's drama 'The Glass Castle' alongside Woody Harrelson, Naomi Watts and Oscar Winner Brie Larson, is unlike anything you have seen from Anderson thus far, proving Anderson can move seamlessly between comedy and drama. Ella lives with her mom, dad and twin brothers, Gabriel and Julian in Los Angeles. She loves animals and is the proud adopted owner of 2 small dogs named Pasha and River.

Timothy Granaderos Jr. is an actor, known for T@gged (2016), Thirteen Reasons Why (2016), and We Are Your Friends (2015). He is originally from Portage, Michigan, but resides in Los Angeles. Timothy began acting and modeling in various commercials and print ads, and eventually segued into television and film. Timothy is also a standout soccer player and all around athlete.

Eric M. Myrick is an American actor, singer, and producer. He was raised in Ypsilanti Michigan. He later attended The University of Michigan to earn his BFA in Acting. Eric is known for Good Trouble, At Sunrise, and the Tv One original movies A Royal Family Holiday and A Royal Family Christmas. Eric is also a stage actor seen most recently in the world premiere of William Grant Still and the Harlem Renaissance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in February 2019.

Hamid is a veteran SAG-AFTRA stunt performer having worked on many block buster hits. Having been an athlete all his life, he began his film journey after leaving the University of Michigan in 2012 deciding that he wanted to be a presence on the big screen. With experience in martial arts, parkour, and cheerleading at the university level, Hamid fit right in with his colleagues. After doing stunts for years, he began working towards improving his craft as an actor and now has several acting roles under his belt. Now, he has started to spend more time expanding his knowledge and talent in the industry as a writer and producer.

In 2017, Hamid began his writing and producing career which has helped him understand and hone his craft. He has produced several projects and co-founded an initiative called Film It 4 Fun which incubates short-film content from concept to completion in collaboration with other local entities in Georgia. As he continues to move forward and expand on his career, he also takes time to give back to the community by speaking and doing workshops with students at Georgia local schools & universities.

Coulter Irwin was born on 19 June 1918 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He was an actor, known for Lights Out (1946), The Guilt of Janet Ames (1947) and Craig Kennedy, Criminologist (1952). He died on 24 December 1998 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

Blair Tate was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. Blair is an actor, known for Cake Soap (2022), Black Panties (2017) and Comedy Central - As Seen ON CC (2018).

Venida Evans was born on 2 September 1947 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. She is an actress, known for The Adjustment Bureau (2011), I Origins (2014) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014).

Jennifer DeLia was born on 30 September 1979 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. She is a producer and writer, known for Billy Bates (2013), Mary Pickford: Love Wild and My Blueberry Nights (2007).

Walter O. Briggs Sr. was born on 27 February 1877 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He was married to Jane Cameron. He died on 17 January 1952 in Miami Beach, Florida, USA.

Vernon Keays was born on 27 February 1900 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He was an assistant director and director, known for The Wolf Man (1941), Strictly in the Groove (1942) and Trail to Gunsight (1944). He was married to Zella Ingraham. He died on 22 May 1964 in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Stacy Dickerson began his theatrical career at the tender age of 10 while attending Milan Middle School in Milan, MI. His debut performance was as The Little Old Man in the stage play James and the Giant Peach. Upon completion of the play he wasn't set on making performance his full time career.

Stacy decided to go into graphic design at the age of 16 because he graduated early from high school and needed to major in a technical field. From here he transitioned into Eastern Michigan University's theatrical program, Stacy performed both leading and supporting roles in numerous Independent projects because he was bitten by the "acting bug" again and it really sank in this time around.

At this point he performed in numerous Independent films around the state of Michigan and also performed in a stage play that featured the infamous Ben Vereen. It was during this time that he worked to really hone his craft and set his sights on Hollywood.

In July 2007 his plan came to fruition thanks to the support of his family, a one way plane ticket and two suitcases. Upon arriving in Los Angeles, CA he immediately continued to take on both leading and supporting roles. He has also added to his credits with spots on two television shows.

James Howie Warner was born 41 on February 26, 1941 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He attended Eastern Michigan University but did not graduate. He then enlisted in the Navy on 1964, and was accepted into the Naval Aviation Program in 1965, where was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Marine Corps. He became a Radar Intercept Officer in 1966 for the F-4 Phantom fighter jet. In February 1967, he was stationed to South Vietnam where he flew over 100 combat missions combat missions with VMFA-323 out of Chu Lai Air Force Base. On October 13, 1967, he was shot down over North Vietnam just north of the Demilitarized Zone and was captured by North Vietnamese forces. After five years and five months as a POW, where he spent 13 months in solitary confinement, he was repatriated on March 14, 1973. He left the Marines in October 1973 after several months of being treated for his injuries he sustained in captivity. He was awarded the Silver Star medal and two Purple Hearts.

He returned to college where he obtained bachelor's degrees in Economics and Philosophy from the University of Michigan in 1976, and a law degree from the University of Michigan in 1978. He served as a domestic policy advisor to President Ronald Reagan from 1985 until 1989, has worked as a corporate attorney and a patent lawyer for the National Rifle Association.

Justin Cole was born on 7 June 1982 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He is a director and actor, known for A Day in the Life (2006), Phil Baxter: Professional Internet Gambler (2008) and Who Is Bobby Domino (2009).

Jodi Riggins is a versatile Canadian-American actress, comedienne and singer. She was born on August 29, 1975, of Irish and English ancestry, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit, adjacent to Ann Arbor. In 1993 She graduated from Ypsilanti High School and went on to attend Washtenaw Community College where she majored in Theatre, along with studying music and dance. Jodi began an on-again off-again modeling career at 17 but put it on hold some years later when she became a mom. She has since alternated her career between IT and modeling/acting in both the US and Canada. Her most notable role was that of Joanne in the stage production of 'Vanities'. In her spare time she enjoys reading, writing, and laughing.

Nick McMahon was born on 22 February 1981 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for Into the Storm (2014), Jack Reacher (2012) and Brick Mansions (2014).

Matt Giraud was born on 11 May 1985 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for My Trip Back to the Dark Side (2014), Gigs (2018) and American Idol (2002).

Amy Devers was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.

Mike Bass was born on 31 March 1945 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for Brotherhood of Death (1976), Top Cop (1990) and The NFL on NBC (1965).

Tiffany Porter was born on 13 November 1987 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.

Aaron Schubert was born on 15 April 1980 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He is a writer and director, known for The Incredible Stories of Bimi Boo and Friends (2021).

Adam Gase was named the 12th head coach in Miami Dolphins history on Jan. 9, 2016. Gase joined Miami with three years of experience as an NFL offensive coordinator, directing some of the most prolific offenses in league history. In 2015, Gase was the offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears. Under Gase, the Bears implemented a balanced offensive attack that improved the team's rushing totals from No. 27 in the season before Gase arrived in Chicago to No. 11 in 2015, as the unit averaged 25.6 more rushing yards per game. Bears quarterback Jay Cutler finished the 2015 season with the highest passer rating (92.3) of his career. Cutler also threw seven fewer interceptions than the previous season and his interception rate of 2.3 percent was the best showing of his career for a season where he played at least 12 games. In addition, Cutler's yards per attempt increased by 0.8, the second-largest one-year increase in his career. Additionally, running back Jeremy Langford had an impressive rookie season, rushing for 537 yards and six touchdowns. His 537 rushing yards ranked No. 7 among all NFL rookies and his six touchdowns were tied for fourth amongst rookie rushers. He and his wife, Jennifer, have a daughter, McKenzie, and two sons, A.J. and Wyatt.

Frank Owen was born on 23 December 1879 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He died on 24 November 1942 in Dearborn, Michigan, USA.

Ralph H. Meyer was born on 22 July 1949 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA. He was an actor, known for Naked Angel (2014), Oblivion (2011) and Politics As Usual (2011). He was married to Donna Jean Guire. He died on 8 October 2016.

Rodney Holman was born on 20 April 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.

Jim Warner was born on 26 February 1941 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA.