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Noah Reid

Noah Reid is a Canadian-American actor and musician best known for playing Patrick Brewer on the television series Schitt's Creek and for voicing Franklin in Franklin.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Noah Reid is a Canadian-American actor and musician best known for playing Patrick Brewer on the television series Schitt's Creek and for voicing Franklin in Franklin. He has also appeared in film, television, and theatre, and has released original music as a singer-songwriter. Reid has received Canadian Screen Award recognition for both acting and music.

Early life and background

Noah Reid was born in Toronto, Ontario, on May 29, 1987. Sources describe him as Canadian-American, and he began acting at a young age.

Acting career

Reid is known for work in television, film, and theatre. His best-known screen roles include Patrick Brewer in Schitt's Creek and the voice of Franklin in Franklin.

Music career

In addition to acting, Reid is a musician and singer-songwriter. He released his debut album, Songs From A Broken Chair, in 2016 and was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Song for People Hold On.

Recognition

Reid won a Canadian Screen Award in 2019 for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy for Schitt's Creek. His performance on the series and his musical work have both drawn award recognition.

Key facts

  • Reid is best known for portraying Patrick Brewer on Schitt's Creek.
  • He provided the original voice of Franklin in the animated series Franklin.
  • He won a Canadian Screen Award in 2019 for Schitt's Creek and received a nomination in 2016 for Best Original Song.
  • He released his debut solo album, Songs From A Broken Chair, in 2016.
  • He was born in Toronto, Ontario, and is described as Canadian-American.
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Canadian context

Reid is a Canadian-born performer whose early work includes Canadian television and voice acting, and he has received Canadian Screen Award recognition. Schitt's Creek is a major Canadian television export, making him familiar to Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Noah Reid?
Noah Reid is a Canadian-American actor, musician, and singer-songwriter known for Schitt's Creek and Franklin.
What is Noah Reid best known for?
He is best known for playing Patrick Brewer on Schitt's Creek and for voicing Franklin in Franklin.
When was Noah Reid born?
He was born on May 29, 1987.
Where was Noah Reid born?
He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Has Noah Reid won any awards?
Yes. He won a Canadian Screen Award in 2019 for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy for Schitt's Creek.
Does Noah Reid also make music?
Yes. He is also a musician and singer-songwriter and released his debut album Songs From A Broken Chair in 2016.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noah_Reid
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, Canadian-American nationality, occupations, and Canadian Screen Award information.
  2. Broadway.com — https://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/noah-reid/profile/
    Supports: Career overview, Schitt's Creek role, Franklin voice role, theatre work, and music releases.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/noah_reid
    Supports: Toronto birthplace, early television work, Franklin voice role, and Canadian Screen Award recognition for Schitt's Creek.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0717383/
    Supports: Toronto birth, acting credits, musician/writer identification, and debut album information.