Today I speak with DARREN DARNBOROUGH, a British-born actor, entrepreneur, and entertainment innovator making waves in Hollywood and the rapidly evolving world of vertical storytelling. His television and film credits include hit U.S. series such as MacGyver, Magnum P.I., 2 Broke Girls, and True Blood. His recent projects include the New York Times-top-rated horror film Abruptio alongside Oscar-winner Jordan Peele, River of Grass, the EMMY-nominated Web3 series RZR, and Zack Snyder’s Webby-nominated The Seneschal. He can currently be seen in the new season of Marshals, the highly anticipated Yellowstone spin-off for CBS and Paramount+.
Beyond acting, Darren is a forward-thinking tech entrepreneur and the Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition, the global video-chat platform that has transformed how actors rehearse, self-tape, and connect worldwide. He is also the Co-Founder of VertiCast, the groundbreaking “swipe-to-match” casting app designed specifically for the booming vertical microdrama industry.
A member of SAG-AFTRA, UK Equity, and the Television Academy (EMMYs), Darren is a regular presence at major international film festivals including Cannes and Sundance. Passionate about innovation, community-building, and championing diverse voices, he is dedicated to helping shape the future of entertainment while creating opportunities for talent across the globe.
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