Fun loving actor, writer, and singing sensation, Braelyn Thomas Rankins was born on March 24, 2007 into a very creative family. His father, Thomas "Da Answer" Rankins Jr, is a Producer, Clothing Designer, and Musician, with four albums and his mother, Brandy "BrandyWine" Rankins, is a published Author, Poet, and Co-Manager to Braelyn and two of his siblings; Jah'Mir Poteat (Actor and Producer) and Brielle Rankins (actress and singer). Braelyn was born in Cleveland, Ohio and resides in Atlanta, Georgia. Braelyn's Mom recognized he was anointed early on and discovered him when he began ministering and singing at the tender age of 5. He enjoys writing movie scripts, video editing, swimming, and playing with friends. Braelyn made his movie debut on February 15, 2018, Co-starring with Toni Braxton, in the Lifetime's movie Faith Under Fire. He is also known for Doom Patrol, GENIUS: Aretha, Hap and Leonard, and Disney's Lady and the Tramp.