Hart Denton Biography
Hart Denton is a famous American actor, Instagram personality and model, He played the role of Betty Cooper’s older brother on season two of The CW’s Riverdale. Since he was a child, he has been interested in performing. In 2014, he relocated to Los Angeles and started living with a girl he had grown up within Arkansas, experiencing his share of struggle in his first couple of years in the city.
A few days after Denton’s move to Los Angeles, he found the addresses of every modeling agency on Google and answered their open calls. At the time, he did not have a portfolio. The only photographs of himself he had were taken by his mother or sister. He was rejected by every agency save for Click. He was signed to them for a short while before they ceased operations. He subsequently approached Wilhelmina with better photos, and this time, they offered him a contract. Later, he joined his current agency, Next.
Acting has always been something he wanted to try at some point. As a child, he performed in several plays and continued to act in various productions during his high-school days. Denton’s first on-screen appearance was in the season one episode, ‘Ties That Bind’ (2016), of Fox’s buddy cop action comedy-drama television series ‘Lethal Weapon’. He portrayed a character named Chauncey. In 2017, he was cast as James in Alethea Jones’ comedy film ‘Fun Mom Dinner’. In 2018, Denton joined the cast of The CW’s teen mystery drama series ‘Riverdale’ as Betty Cooper’s (Lili Reinhart) older brother, Chic Cooper.
An ardent fan of Elvis Presley, Denton has been singing and playing music for a long while. He reportedly has done covers of popular songs and uploaded them to his self-titled YouTube channel. However, it appears that he has since deleted the channel. He has teamed up with H&M’s affordable luxury line Nyden for a clothing collection.
Hart Denton Age
Hart was born on June 20, 1993. He is currently 26 years old as of 2019. His birth sign is Gemini.
Hart Denton Height
He stands at a height of 5 feet and 11 inches.
Hart Denton Early Life|Education
He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA and grew up in Conway alongside three siblings, one brother, Haze, and two sisters, Gray and Paten. He studied at Conway Senior High School, and after graduating, he started attending Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee.
In 2014, he moved to Los Angeles, California. On May 1, 2014, he began living with a girl he had grown up within Arkansas. She had recently moved into that apartment. It did not have any furniture except for a mattress on which the girl slept. Denton slept on the cardboard box in which the mattress was delivered. As he did not have a car yet, he had to commute on buses for a year. As a result, he had to spend three hours every day to get from where he stayed in Hollywood.
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Hart Denton Riverdale
Hart Portrays ” Chic” on the CW’S Riverdale. Chic is a recurring character in the second season of The CW’s Riverdale. He is portrayed by Hart Denton. He was initially believed to be the eldest child and only son of Alice Cooper, as well as the older half-brother of Betty and Polly Cooper, thus making him the half-uncle of Polly and Jason’s twin babies.
However, it was revealed that he was merely an impostor. Chic stole Charles Smith’s identity. Charles was given up for adoption soon after his birth by Alice, and his existence was kept secret by his biological mother for many years until she agreed with Betty to search for him, welcoming Chic back into their lives.
Chic was initially believed to have been killed by the Black Hood after Betty gave him up, but it was later revealed that Hal spared Chic and mentored him. After Hal was arrested, Chic went to Penelope Blossom in search of guidance, and with her help, he took up the Gargoyle King persona.
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Hart Denton Wife|Girlfriend
Denton and his girlfriend Sunny Soofiani were an item early in 2017. Whether on his interviews or social media posts, the Instagram star used to mention his model girlfriend giving a glimpse of their romance. The two lovebirds were also seen hanging out with the other Riverdale cast members. Their dating life was pretty much open and a hot topic to discuss among their fans.
They supported each other during their difficulties. For instance, when Hart had a car accident back in September 2018, his girlfriend Sunny rushed at him and picked him up from the site.
They were also a mom and dad to an adorable puppy named Cobain. Regardless of their intimacy, Hart and Sunny’s love relationship has now become mysterious. Since their last Instagram post in September 2018, no further updates about their budding relationship have been given.
Though their fans are dying to know more about them, the two has kept everything relating to them a secretive. On a bright side, it may look like they might be savoring laid-back romance, but the harsh truth is that currently, whether they are together or have separated remains unknown, until they vocal about it themselves.
Hart Denton Net Worth
Hart has a whooping net worth of 13 million dollars as of 2019.
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Hart Denton Interview
Let’s start with the name Hart; it’s an unusual name. Is there a story behind it?
My parents wanted to be surprised by my gender on the day of my birth, so they had several names picked out for me. But when my mother looked at me for the first time, my lips were scrunched together in the shape of a heart.
How was it growing up in Arkansas?
I was born in Little Rock, but grew up in Conway – it was lovely. It’s the kind of town where you can’t go to the grocery store without seeing someone you know, and the only difficult part was the confusion and ridicule I received for wanting to go and find more out in the world. To me, life is all about leaving your comfort zone and collecting new experiences, challenging yourself and growing. I dealt with a lot of resistance in that capacity, but my family is there, so I try to go back as often as I can.
A search on social media reveals videos of you singing and playing music. When did your love of music start?
That started at a very young age. It’s something that’s always been there, really. The first time I celebrated Halloween, I was four months old and my parents dressed me up as Elvis. So they definitely had something to do with it – they were always very encouraging when it came to me constantly wanting to sing and dance as a little kid. I’m very thankful for music; it’s my favorite source of therapy.
Besides acting, what role does music play in your life now?
A massive role. My mind is constantly thinking about music as well as acting. When I first moved to LA, I was told by someone of “importance” that I would absolutely never be able to do both. I have music coming out later this year and can’t wait to prove that person wrong. If you’re reading this and someone has told you that you “can’t do something” – please use that as motivation and prove them wrong. Don’t cower to small-minded people.
When did you move to LA?
May 1, 2014. One girl I had grown up within Arkansas had just moved into a new apartment. She had no furniture, but a mattress had just been delivered to her place, so she slept on the mattress and I slept on the floor on top of the cardboard box the mattress came in. I didn’t have a car in the first year and took the bus everywhere. If you think the traffic is bad in LA, take the bus for a year and get some perspective. It would take me three hours to get from the Valley to Hollywood!
You’re signed with Next Models. How did you get discovered as a model?
[laughs] I didn’t get discovered. During my first week in LA, I googled every agency’s address and walked to all the open calls. The only photos I had with me were ones my mom and sister had taken, of me holding a puppy in our garage. Every agency said no except for Click. I signed with them and then they closed down as a company, so I went to Wilhelmina with better photos this time and they signed me. After my time with them, I decided to meet with Next again and they signed me.Was acting always part of the plan?
I don’t know if I would say “plan”, because I don’t set plans; I just set goals. But yes, I knew I wanted to do it at some point. I did theatre as a kid and all throughout high school, so I was very comfortable on stage and memorizing lines.
How did the audition for Riverdale come about?
My acting manager, Brandon Bisig, got me an audition for a show that David Rapaport was putting together. When I met him, he said, “Wait, come back in two days for this show I’m casting called Riverdale” – and that was that. Six days later, I was on my way to Vancouver.
How did you find out you landed the role?
I was in Arkansas with my family – my manager said, “Don’t go home; you’re on hold for this project,” but I went home anyway. I’m very happy I did because my mother took a series of photos of me getting the call. Picture this: I’m standing out in the yard with one handheld high and my girlfriend Sunny is jumping all around me and tackles me to the ground. I’m forever grateful that moment was captured.
You play Chic Cooper, the half-brother of character Betty Cooper, played by Lili Reinhart. How is it to portray a character with so much mystery about him?
It’s a dream come true for an actor. To play something opposite of who you really are, it’s a blast, getting to exercise sides of you that don’t exist in day-to-day life. And Lili is so wonderful to work with. There’s so much laughter between takes when we’re in scenes together.
Are you and Chic similar in any way?
Not at all. I’m trying to think of just one trait but no, honestly, not at all.
Riverdale has a huge fanbase. What has it been like being part of such a hit show?
It changed my life – I’m so grateful for it and the fans are so nice. I have friends on other shows and when I see them interact with their fanbase, it’s so different from what I know. Our fans are so incredibly sweet and respectful. I’ve never turned a fan away. Our fanbase is a beautiful thing and it’s a huge reason why the show is so successful.
You also ventured into fashion design this year, by way of a collaboration with H&M’s affordable luxury line Nyden. How did that come about?
My dear friend Jamie [Schuppert, Nyden’s talent relations manager] worked there and I had known her for about two years or so. When they started thinking of people to collaborate with, she immediately brought me up and we started working together. It took about a year from start to finish, and I’m very excited for people to see the designs. I had a sample meeting just last week and the looks are wonderful.
How would you describe your collection?
It’s a combination of military surplus and jungle safari attire. It’s exactly what I wanted to do. My inspiration comes from the years of struggling and only being able to afford thrift-shop clothes. I had to make my outfits look fresh with no money, which molded my “designer brain”.
How do you view your own style?
I love my style, and I’m completely content and happy with it. I have lots of vintage T-shirts that are on constant rotation with black trousers, with a pair of boots or Converse. And I love jackets. I don’t get to wear them that much in LA because it’s usually warm, but nothing beats a good jacket.
You recently posted some workout photos on social media. How important is fitness in your life?
Very, very important. My trainer Alex Fine is a monster – and I mean that in the best way. He transformed my body over the summer, and he transformed my mindset, too. Fitness is an everyday thing. It’s a lifestyle and I’d be a more anxious person without it.
Who is your legend and why?
I look up to my parents. And I like Elvis a lot. But the me I want to be is my own legend. The person I’m striving to become is my legend. I want my lineage to be honored to have my name – and that’s what I wake up thinking every single day.