Dylan Efron
the peacockZac Efronits brother Dylan Efron has already made a lasting impression the traitor — but what else is there to know about the Season 3 contestants?
the traitorwhich premiered in January 2025, brought together reality TV stars from various franchises as they competed in a Mafia-style game for up to $250,000. Despite seeming natural on camera, Dylan previously admitted he wasn't sure he wanted to pursue In his brother's acting footsteps.
“I was behind the camera. But not being able to be behind the scenes has been a really nice change,” Dylan says exclusively our weekly About his plans to try something new in September 2023. “So I think as long as I can wear all these hats and still craft the stories I want to tell (that would be great). To be able to experience it directly, it's really nice. It's a good mix of both worlds.”
Jack later rose to stardom TV is a crowded landing And in film roles, Dylan enjoys playing a small role behind the scenes. His switch to take part in a competition show comes after Dylan previously admitted that he's not trying to pretend to be someone he's not.
“What Jack does, I could never do. I play myself in front of the camera while I play Jack. It's two different skill sets,” he added at the time. “He can play different characters and I can only play myself.”
Dylan should have a commitment to being true to himself Serve him well the traitor. Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about Dylan Efron in the Peacock series:
What does Dylan actually do?
When asked by Wells Adams the time the traitor In the season 3 premiere, Dylan stated that he is best known for his work “on social media”. But Dylan left a lasting impression courtesy of online Her sweet bond with brother Jack and his work in the entertainment industry.
Dylan got his start as a physical production coordinator on film Jersey Boys, American Sniper, Get Hard And the accountant From there, Dylan became an assistant Unforgettable, prepared player one And A Star Is Born. His most recent work includes doing stunts on Disney+ shows The Mandalorian And Ahsoka.
Zac Efron has enjoyed many adventures with his family over the years — and luckily he's documented the special bonding moments. Efron – who is the older brother of Dylan, Olivia and Henry – recalled how his siblings and parents supported him throughout his career. “My family is my rock. I know that they are not (…)
How does Dylan's family fit into the equation?
Following Efrons on social media means blessing your timeline with adorable family photos featuring younger siblings Dylan and Jake. Bhai's parents were married for almost two decades before calling it quits in 2016. Dylan and Jack's father, David EfronHe eventually moved in with second wife Jenny and they welcomed children Olivia and Henry.
“My motto (for building a strong bond with brother Henry and sister Olivia) has just been FaceTime. I try to see them as much as I can,” Dylan said our. “But really, I just think back and my brother was such a good brother to me and I want to be that for them. So it's really just – I like to think about what they think of me and I want to be that presence for them. “
Dylan expressed his gratitude to Jack Being a good example
“Honestly, my younger sister is the sweetest. He has nothing to like, so we are playing with each other. But every time we see her – I can't say enough about her. And then Henry,” Dylan continued at the time. “He's just getting to that age where he's (developing his personality). So it's really hard to choose between the two of them. I see a lot of myself in Henry and then (Olivia), I Zac. She's probably going to be an actress (because) she's got such a big personality. Henry is a bit of a sports player.”
Does Dylan have reality TV experience?
When Dylan worked Mainly in scripted projectsHe was a producer for Netflix Down to earthwhich follows Jack as he travels around the world and highlights different life experiences, cultures, culinary ventures as well as green energy and sustainable living practices.
“I like doing things with my brother. Being with family (and) doing these things is really comforting. That's always going to be high up there in what I love to do. But I think it's good that we work separately as well,” Dylan says exclusively our In September 2023. “Because I remember back in the day, we wanted to do a show together and I wasn't really ready for it. He has been in front of the camera his entire life and it is second nature to him. I was a shy little kid, so I had to grow into it.”
Dylan said he would Thrilled to work with Jack A project again in the future. “Now would be the right time,” he shared. “We are still thinking (what to do). We are in the process of thinking. We really want to take a step back and see what story we want to tell, how we can do it and enjoy ourselves. We want to equalize it.”
Dylan also worked on telling his own story with a 2023 three-part YouTube series about surf culture in California.
What skills does Dylan bring to the table?
Over the years, Dylan has documented his interests in surfing, skateboarding, kayaking and running.
“What I quickly retired from was speed flying, where you run off a cliff with a parachute and then you go really fast. I wanted to do it and once I did I quickly retired from it. It's really scary,” he revealed our In 2023. “If I were to go back to it, I would go back to normal skydiving and stay away from it.”
He continued: “Especially when I'm on the road a lot, I don't try to lift heavy weights. I just want to use my muscles and stretch and try to keep my body still. I don't want to kill myself trying to use heavy weights so I make sure to use everything. That's when you get into trouble if you're used to sitting all day and then you don't use your body at all.”
What does Jack think of Dylan's chances in 'The Traitors'?
During his time in Scotland before the Peacock broadcast, Jack showed support for Dylan's new endeavours. “I think Dylan is going to win,” Jack told E! News for June 2024. “I hope he does, because he's so good at the game. He has always been there since we were children. He is like a master of the game. … If anyone can do it, it's him. I'm rooting for him.”