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Broderick Hunter

Broderick Hunter Jr. was born on January 3, 1991, in Fontana, California. A gifted athlete, he devoted 15 years to basketball, which earned him numerous scholarships across the United States. He ultimately chose to play for the University of Central Florida. Unfortunately, his basketball aspirations were abruptly halted due to an injury, prompting his return to his hometown.

In 2010, Hunter transitioned into modeling, quickly gaining traction in the industry. By 2011, he had secured contracts in various markets, notably rising to prominence after appearing alongside Ciara in the music video for her hit single "Sorry." His modeling career flourished as he became the face of campaigns for Ralph Lauren and appeared in prestigious publications such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and GQ.

Hunter ventured into acting with a guest role on HBO's acclaimed series *Insecure*, featuring Issa Rae in 2017. He subsequently made appearances in sitcoms on FOX and NBC. His talent shone through in several short films, particularly in "Somewhere In The Grey," which garnered the "Best Picture" award and earned him nominations for "Best Lead Actor" at various film festivals.

More recently, Hunter has taken on lead roles in projects such as BET Plus' *Influence* and the anticipated film *California Love*, set to release in 2020, further solidifying his status in the entertainment industry.

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