John Pollono

John Pollono is an American playwright, screenwriter, and actor. Best known for writing the film Stronger (2017) and the plays Small Engine Repair and Lost Girls, he has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. As an actor, he has had recurring roles in the TNT series Mob City and NBC's This Is Us. Pollono is an active figure in the Los Angeles theater scene, being one of the playwrights-in-residence at Rogue Machine Theatre and a member of The Temblors playwriting collective. Born on May 23, 1972, in New Hampshire, Pollono was raised in Londonderry and attended the University of New Hampshire, where he graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in 1994. His New England upbringing has greatly influenced his work.