Meet Rafi Gavron

Remember the name:  Rafi Gavron.  CW fans are, by now, aware that Life UneXpected launches on the network next month to near-frenzied acclaim.  The offbeat family drama’s success will largely hinge on the noteworthy talents of its four lead actors: Britt Robertson, Kristoffer Polaha, Shiri Appleby and Kerr Smith.  But the characters surrounding them can be just as valuable (can you imagine Gilmore Girls without Jess or Paris or Miss Patty?)—and we’re already impressed with some early additions.  At age 20, Rafi Gavron has that elusive Hollywood “It” factor, and series creator Liz Tigelaar scored a coup in casting him as the initial love interest for “Lux” (Robertson).  The two teens’ plan to share an apartment with other foster friends goes suddenly awry when Lux and her newfound birth parents bond.  By episode two, Rafi’s pierced, tattooed badboy, “Bug,” steers his girlfriend toward some rebellious choices, demonstrating right away that Life UneXpected is more than a feel-good saga; each character will face life-altering detours.  With no formal training, the fearless and confident Gavron has stolen the spotlight in several varied roles, including Inkheart, Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist and arcs on Rome and 24.  He met best friend Ed Westwick (Chuck on Gossip Girl) when the two Brits co-starred in Breaking and Entering.  Gavron is among the “Ones to Watch” in a listing of the Hottest Young Actors, drawing comparisons to such names as Leo DiCaprio and Johnny Depp.  We have no doubt he’ll soon make a big impression on CW viewers.

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