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Atticus Shaffer: Beyond Brick Heck's Whisper
30 Sep
Summary
- Shaffer has osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease.
- He was the poster child for Shriner's Hospital before acting.
- Shaffer is now building a film production company called Ambulo Supero Films.
Atticus Shaffer, widely recognized for his role as Brick Heck on the ABC sitcom "The Middle," has carved out a diverse career path since the show concluded in May 2018. Shaffer, born on June 19, 1998, in Santa Clarita, California, lives with Type 4 osteogenesis imperfecta, a condition characterized by easily fractured bones.
His early involvement in public speaking for Shriner's Hospital in Los Angeles led to his introduction to the entertainment industry. Shaffer's acting career took off, including his memorable portrayal of the socially awkward Brick Heck, a role he felt a strong connection to due to shared interests like reading and a "nerdy" disposition.
Beyond "The Middle," Shaffer has lent his voice to animated series such as "Harvey Girls Forever!" and "Pete the Cat," and appeared in "Never Have I Ever" and "Firebuds." He has also engaged in faith-based media projects.
In recent years, Shaffer has focused on content creation, actively vlogging on YouTube since July 2013 and streaming video games on Twitch. He is currently building his own production company, Ambulo Supero Films, and has expressed a serious interest in filmmaking after receiving accolades at a film festival.
