Blake DeLong

Blake Anthony DeLong (born 1980) is an American film, television, and stage actor. He gained recognition for originating the role of Andrey/Old Bolkonsky in the hit musical Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. DeLong played the lead role in Matt Muir's film Thank You a Lot, which premiered at the SXSW Film Festival in 2014. He has appeared in notable films such as Ava DuVernay's When They See Us, Spike Lee's Pass Over, Sister Aimee, Late Night, and Tesla. DeLong has also showcased his talent on stage, with notable performances in Othello, Illyria, and Death of a Salesman on Broadway. He was born in Dallas, Texas and began acting in high school.