Geoff Briley

The fame, fortune and glamor are the typical motivations for most that dare to step into the lights of Hollywood. And while Geoff Briley is certainly not opposed to these motivations, his intentions have deeper roots. While his hometown of St. Paul, Minnesota may be known as the epitome of all-American, life was anything but the American dream for young Geoff Briley. Born into a troubled family crippled with generational patterns of domestic and substance abuse, Geoff learned at an early age that survival skills were essential. Amidst being shuttled back and forth between blended families, navigating the urban jungle of east St. Paul and doing his best to function in dysfunctional circumstances, Geoff turned to creativity for an outlet. Music, writing and acting were passions he was aware of for a long time but didn't get a chance to explore until his late teens. Geoff realized at an early age that he wanted to make an impact on his own community but also bridge the gaps between varyin