The latest episode of the much-talked-about series Heated Rivalry has introduced viewers to the charming character of Kip Grady, a role brought to life by the talented Robbie G.K. For fans of Rachel Reid's source material, The Long Game, this on-screen portrayal of Kip's secret romance with American ice hockey captain Scott Hunter has been a long time coming.
Who Is The Actor Behind Kip Grady?
Robbie G.K. is the rising star tasked with playing the art-loving, smoothie-making Kip. The character's journey begins with a flirtatious workplace encounter that blossoms into a hidden relationship, a storyline that has quickly captivated the show's audience. But who is the actor behind this beloved performance?
Robbie G.K. is 29 years old, having been born on July 25th, 1996. This makes him a Leo and notably younger than his co-star François Arnaud, who plays Shane Hollander. Interestingly, his character Kip is written as being born on March 9th, 1991, making him approximately 26 during the events of the series.
From Port Credit To Prime Video
Robbie G.K. hails from Port Credit, Ontario, Canada. He honed his craft at the prestigious Etobicoke School of the Arts before embarking on his professional acting career. His full name is Robbie Graham-Kuntz, which he shortened in 2023 for his work in the industry.
Standing at 1.73m (5ft 8in) tall, according to IMDb, Robbie is five inches shorter than his co-star François Arnaud. He is also shorter than his character Kip, who is described as being 6ft tall in the original books.
A Look At Robbie G.K.'s Career
Robbie's on-screen journey began back in 2013 with a role as Charlie in the popular Canadian teen drama The Next Step. Since then, he has built a solid resume with appearances in series such as Utopia Falls and The Community Players.
Most recently, prior to landing his breakout role in Heated Rivalry, Robbie played Riley in the Prime Video drama Overcompensating. His character served as a 'will they, won't they' love interest for Grace across three episodes of the show.
As for his personal life, Robbie G.K. appears to be single at present, though he may choose to keep any relationships private. Fans eager to follow his career and life updates can find him on Instagram under the handle @robsgk, where he regularly shares glimpses behind the scenes.
