The son of a Canadian journey govt who continuously moved his household, Brendan can declare affinity with Ottawa, Indianapolis, Detroit, Seattle, London and Rome. His early publicity to theatre, particularly in London, led him to Seattle's Cornish Institute. After graduation he found a minor role as Sailor 1 in River Phoenix's Dogfight (1991), then somewhat more substantial roles in Encino Man (1992) and College Ties (1992). He expresses a preference for playing "fish out of water" men. Five extra years of supporting work led lastly to the title role in George of the Jungle (1997), a role which totally utilized his appeal and beefy attractiveness, in addition to offering him an opportunity to indicate off his comic talents. He describes this position because the one which dramatically altered his career. Essential raves for his role in Gods and Monsters (1998) pointed to yet another dimension to his dramatic persona
