Originating from Danbury, Connecticut, Brandis began as a toddler model for Buster Brown shoes, moved to commercials at four, and later graduated from the San Fernando Valley Professional School. At six he debuted as Kevin Buchanan on One Life to Live and soon added guest spots on shows like Blossom, L.A. Law and The Wonder Years.
His first starring film role arrived at thirteen as Bastian Bux…
