Josh Wiggins

Josh Wiggins, born November 2, 1998, right smack in Houston, Texas, pretty much burst onto the scene with a vibe that’s all raw talent and zero pretense. He’s not one of those child stars you’d see everywhere, but when he shows up? You remember him. The guy’s got this way of pulling you into whatever mess his character’s landed in—sometimes you’re rooting for him, other times you’re just shaking your head, thinking, “Man, you’re really in it now.” Let’s talk about his work. “Max” (2015) had him playing this kid getting tangled up with a military dog and a ton of family drama. Not your cookie-cutter coming-of-age, either—more grit, less gloss. Then there’s “Walking Out” (2017). That one? He’s out in the Montana wilderness, stuck with his dad (played by Matt Bomer) and facing off against nature and, honestly, a ton of emotional baggage. It’s not just surviving the cold, it’s all the father-son stuff simmering underneath. And don’t sleep on “Mean Dreams” (2016), where he gets caught in a mess of small-town crime, love, and some seriously bad decisions. Each role, Wiggins brings this kind of realness, like he’s not even acting—he’s just living it. He’s not splashed across every magazine cover, but honestly, he’s one of those actors you keep an eye on because you just know big things are coming. Texas roots, indie cred, and a knack for picking roles that aren’t afraid to get a little messy.