Biography

Born in Toronto, Pete Alexander is of Greek and Macedonian descent. With a deep passion for storytelling, he moved to New York City early on in his career to train at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute (2012). Since then, he has built a diverse portfolio in television and film, with notable performances as Steve in The Strain (2015) and Lt. Arrigo Jezzi in Close Encounters (2015). His recent work includes roles in Silent Treatment (2022), Josephine (2023), and UnderMind (2024). Beyond acting, Pete has made significant contributions as a producer, including his work on UnderMind and the short comedy Crispy.

Pete's dedication to his craft has earned him numerous accolades. He won the Best Ensemble Cast and Audience Choice awards for Silent Treatment at the 48 Hour Film Project, Toronto in 2022. In 2023, his film Josephine received multiple accolades, including Best Film and Audience Choice at the 48 Hour Film Project, Toronto, and the 48 Hour Film Project Global Award for Audience Choice for Best Film at Filmapalooza 2024. Additionally, Pete was nominated for Best Actor for his performance in UnderMind at the Toronto 48 Hour Film Project.

Pete approaches his career with a focus on honing his craft while maintaining the joy of doing what he loves. With every project, he creates with pride, staying true to his passion for storytelling and collaboration.
- IMDb mini biography by: Pete Alexander