Darren Barnet

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Summary

Darren Barnet is an American actor known for Never Have I Ever, where his character Paxton Hall-Yoshida was made part Japanese after the creators learned of Barnet’s heritage, as well as roles in Chicago Med, Road House, and Gran Turismo. His work spans teen comedy, drama, action, and animation. He has described representing Japanese American and multiracial identity on screen as an honor, praised Never Have I Ever for including diversity without making it preachy, and served as Victoria’s Secret PINK’s ambassador for its gender-free collection, speaking in support of inclusion and young people’s mental health. No public party campaigning or sustained political advocacy is on record.