Reid Ewing (born November 7, 1988) is an American

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and

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known for his role as Dylan in the ABC comedy ''

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'' and as Charlie Plunk in the TV series '' Zeke and Luther'' (2009–2011).

Life and career

Ewing appeared in theater productions in the

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area. He studied at the Dreyfoos School of the Arts in

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and the School for Film and Television in

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before moving to

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. In April 2010, he was cast for the

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film '' The Truth Below''. In addition to acting, Ewing plays the piano, guitar, and banjo. He wrote the song "In the Moonlight (Do Me)", which his character performed on ''Modern Family''. In 2011, he appeared in

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" Where's the beef?" commercials.

Personal life

In 2015, Ewing revealed that he has suffered from

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, which resulted in several cosmetic surgeries. He came out as gay on November 23, 2015, while again addressing his body dysmorphia.

Filmography

Films

Television

References

External links

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