Todd McClendon

Todd McClendon is an actor, assistant director, and podcast creator who portrays Giovanni, also known as “Gio,” in the award-winning television drama series “Dear Love,” streaming on Prime Video. Working alongside writer, director, producer, and actor Phillip Bufford, McClendon contributes both on screen and behind the camera to the School Boy Films production.

McClendon trained in media production at Ohio Media School in Columbus, Ohio, where Bufford was his instructor. After McClendon expressed an interest in acting, Bufford emphasized the importance of completing his training. On graduation day, Bufford offered him a role in “Dear Love,” launching their television collaboration. McClendon also helped introduce his longtime friend Tyson Porter to the series, in which Porter portrays Rock.

As assistant director, McClendon plays an integral role in the production of “Dear Love,” working behind the camera when Bufford appears on screen. He is also the creator of “Conscious by Nature,” a podcast exploring a wide range of topics, which he has cross-promoted through the series.

McClendon has appeared as an interview guest on “After the Show with Marissa Harlyn.” Through his acting, production work, and podcasting, he continues to build a multifaceted entertainment career while contributing to the ongoing development of “Dear Love” alongside Phillip Bufford.