The star of Netflix Christmas hit A Merry Little Ex-Mas has opened up about his brain injury

Netflix’s Christmas lineup is full of some absolute bangers, from classics like Love Actually and Nativity, to newer hits like Champagne Problems.

And the latest festive flick to capture viewers’ attention is A Merry Little Ex-Mas , a holiday rom-com that reunites ’90s icons Melissa Joan Hart and Alicia Silverstone, alongside Oliver Hudson and Jameela Jamil.

Yet for many, it was newcomer Pierson Fodé who truly stood out. The 34-year-old actor plays Chet, the charming love interest of Silverstone’s character.

Fans may also recognise him from The Wrong Paris, where he stars opposite Miranda Cosgrove.

But behind his fit, muscular appearance, Fodé has faced a life-altering health struggle. O

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