Gijs Blom
Gijs Blom is a Dutch actor known for his role as Prince Viridian in the Netflix series The Letter for the King (2020). He gained prominence with his performance in the film Jongens (2014), a critically acclaimed coming-of-age drama. Blom has also appeared in The Forgotten Battle (2020), a World War II film produced for Netflix, and contributed to several other notable Dutch and international productions.
Blom worked with Amir Wilson in The Letter for the King, portraying the central antagonist in the series. In The Forgotten Battle, he shared the screen with Susan Radder and Tom Felton, exploring the human stories behind the war. His performance in Jongens involved significant collaboration with Ko Zandvliet, focusing on a complex relationship between the lead characters. He joined Abbey Hoes in the drama Kappen! (2016), which highlighted the challenges faced by adolescents. In Hoe Duur Was de Suiker (2013), he acted alongside Gaite Jansen in a historical drama exploring colonial themes. Additionally, Blom participated in the ensemble cast of Pijnstillers (2014), showcasing his versatility in youth-focused narratives.