Tom Gurnee is a Los Angeles, CA, based SAG-E, theatrical and commercial actor.  Tom has studied with some of the finest acting instructors in the world including Tony Knight of Sydney, Australia's National Institute of Dramatic Arts and Tom Ardavany at The Approach Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Tom began acting in Houston, Texas, at the Chris Wilson Studio for Actors. Chris and her longtime partner and fellow actor, Jim Jeter, recognized Tom's innate talent for acting.  They immediately cast him for roles being played at the Actors Theater of Houston including his role of Noah in N.Richard Nash's play, "The Rainmaker".

Tom moved to New York City and studied at The Actors Institute for over two years.  Tom's strong square jaw landed him several roles playing military characters such as Lt. JG Daniel Kaffee in Aaron Sorkin's, "A Few Good Men" and Lt. Barney Greenwald in Herman Wouk's play, "The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial".  Other notable roles included Phillip in Lyle Kessler's play, "Orphans".

In 2010, Tom moved to Los Angeles after living several years in San Diego. Tom now continutes training with the best at The Approach Studios with Tom Ardavany. A-list actor Neil McDonough calls Tom Ardavany the "Best F*cking teacher in this town," and Josh Holloway (of the famed TV Series LOST) is a 6 year former student.

Tom is typically cast in lead roles due to his rugged good-looks and lean physique and has done several independent films and industrials.  He has been likened to such stars as Steve McQueen and Christian Slater.  His latest lead role occurred on Spike TV's television show, "1000 Ways to Die", where he played a Russian Chess Master.  Tom speaks Russian and lived and worked in Russia before pursuing his acting career.

During his off time, Tom enjoys photography, the outdoors, exercising and playing with his best buddy, the four-legged Buster Groovedog.

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