Patrick Brammall (born 30 March 1976) is an Australian actor and writer. He is best known for his roles as Sean Moody in the ABC comedy A Moody Christmas (2012); as Leo Taylor in Channel Ten's Offspring (2014–2016); and as Sergeant James Hayes in the ABC series Glitch (2015–2019).[2] Alongside his wife Harriet Dyer, he is the co-creator, co-writer, and co-star of the comedy series Colin from Accounts (2022–present). He stars in the television series Evil (2019–present) as Andy Bouchard, Kristen's husband, father of their daughters and a professional climbing guide.
Early life
Patrick Brammall was born in Canberra.[3] He was born with the rare genetic disorder prune belly syndrome and his doctors did not think he would survive. He underwent several operations and spent quite a lot of time in and out of hospital during the first 10 years of his life.[2][4] He attended St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Primary School in Kambah and secondary at Marist College Canberra.
Career
Brammall graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts in 2001.[5] His breakthrough role was in the 2004 television film The Alice, which led to a starring role in the spin-off series in 2005. He also had a starring role in the television series Canal Road in 2008. This was followed by many roles in television series, short films and theatre.[6]
In 2010, he played Griff's brother Tim in the comedy-drama film Griff the Invisible.
Brammall also had a starring role in the ABC comedy series Upper Middle Bogan as Danny Bright, which premiered in August 2013. The second season premiered in October 2014.
In 2014, Brammall joined the main cast of the Network Ten series Offspring, playing the role of midwife Leo Taylor. He also has a co-starring role in the Josh Lawson written and directed comedy feature, The Little Death.
In 2020, Brammall voiced Bandit and Stripe's brother Radley on the television series Bluey.
In 2022, Brammall starred, wrote and produced Binge/Foxtel comedy Colin from Accounts,[7][8][9] In 2024, it was announced that a second season would go ahead.[10]
In July 2024, Brammall was announced as the lead role for the Apple TV series The Dispatcher.[11]
Personal life
Brammall met his first wife Samantha Nield on the set of TV series The Alice, where she was a member of the crew. The couple married in 2013, but were divorced as of September 2017.[2][4] In August 2017, Brammall was reported to be dating actress Harriet Dyer.[12] In March 2021, Brammall and Dyer married five days after they became engaged.[13] The couple adopted their first child, a daughter, Joni Jane Brooklyn Brammall, in September of 2021.[14]
