‘The Come Up’ Cast: See Photos Of Freeform’s New Docuseries

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September 13, 2022 3:04PM EDT

Freeform has big plans for ‘The Come Up.’ See photos of the cast who are some of New York’s biggest rising stars.

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‘The Come Up’ Cast

‘The Come Up’ Cast — If you love New York City, then you’re going to love ‘The Come Up.’ The series, which premieres September 13 on Freeform is a ‘glimpse into the wildest feelings and vibrant moments that define coming-of-age in a post-pandemic New York. The series follows six young disruptors as they emerge from downtown New York to follow their dreams and pursue love and art on their own terms. The show follows the creative NYC underground, giving viewers an exclusive look into how the next generation of icons define themselves and how culture is created.’

The cast consists of ambitious, action-oriented, and diverse Gen Z New Yorkers whose careers are on the rise, including Taofeek Abijako, Fernando Casablancas, Ben Hard, Claude Shwartz, Ebon Gore, and Sophia Wilson. They are thriving across the modeling, fashion design, photography, acting, and nightlife organizing worlds. Meet the cast of ‘The Come Up’ in our gallery now.

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Fernando Casablancas

Fernando Casablancas — Fernando (he/they) was born in Brazil and is on the cusp of becoming the modeling world’s next international star. In less than one year of his emergence on the modeling scene, he appeared in campaigns for top brands Balmain, Charlotte Tilbury, Wales Bonner, and Chrome Hearts.

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Ben Hard

Ben Hard — Ben Hard (he/him) is new to New York City. He’s from San Antonio, Texas. Ben is is honing his skills as an actor, comedian, and dancer.

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Ebon Trower

Ebon Trower — Ebon Trower (she/her) is a budding entertainer on her way to becoming a multihyphenate in the public eye. She is a staple in Brooklyn nightlife as a sought-after party host and fixture of the rave circuit.

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Taofeek Abijako

Taofeek Abijako — At 24, Taofeek Abijako (he/him) is the youngest designer to have ever shown at New York Fashion Week (NYFW) with his fashion line, Head of State. Earlier this year, he was invited to dress two celebrities, Danai Gurira and Evan Mock, at the renowned Met Gala.

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Sophia Wilson

Sophia Wilson — Sophia Wilson (she/her) has been a photographer since she was 13. Sophia has shot campaigns for major brands like Google, Nike, Peloton, Converse, Fenty, Instagram and Pepsi.

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Claude Shwartz

Claude Shwartz — Claude Shwartz (she/her) is a a Tribeca native and true New Yorker. She is a rising actress who studied the practical aesthetics technique at David Mamet’s Atlantic Theater Company, the Meisner technique, and graduated from Tufts in 2020.

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