Dylan O'Brien is an American actor best known for his breakout role as Stiles Stilinski in the MTV supernatural drama series Teen Wolf. He gained further international recognition for his portrayal of Thomas in the Maze Runner film trilogy. Born in New York City, he moved to California with his family at a young age. Before his acting career took off, he gained a following on YouTube for his comedic videos. His performance in the 2016 disaster film Deepwater Horizon earned him critical praise for his dramatic range. In 2017, he starred in the action thriller American Assassin alongside Michael Keaton. O'Brien also voiced the title character in the 2018 animated film Bumblebee. He has demonstrated his versatility by appearing in diverse projects such as the post-apocalyptic film Love and Monsters. In 2021, he starred in the acclaimed short film All Too Well: The Short Film directed by Taylor Swift. Throughout his career, he has received multiple Teen Choice Awards and a Young Hollywood Award. He continues to be a prominent figure in both television and film industries today.