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Our Top 6 Favorite Andrew Minyard Moments
By Buzzfeed Staff
- This picture of Minyard with a stray cat
[Imagine description: Andrew Minyard dressed in an all black outfit fitted with chains and spikes, his signature black armbands, various rings and a pair of spiked bracelets with black nail polish gently holding a black and white stray cat like a baby]
Andrew Minyard, America's bad boy actor with two Oscar's and three prime time Emmys under his belt, is notorious for his prickly attitude and refusal to let anyone touch him if he isn't being paid. Most people who work with him describe him as quietly intimating and his intense interactions with the press support that. So imagine the world's pleasant surprise when it was revealed that not only is Minyard a big cat person but he's a total pushover to the small yet fierce furry creature! We couldn't ask for a better plot twist! What was even better was that it was later revealed that this stray cat that Minyard routinely fed was later adopted by the actor and is now living her best life as a spoiled cat. All we ask is that Minyard continues to share photos of his cats!
- His wholesome friendship with Actress Renee Walker
[Image description: Andrew Minyard sitting next to Renee Walker while getting make up done on set. The two are seen deep in discussion]
It's been known for years that Minyard and Walker are great friends, having meet on the set of their breakout roles on the popular Sitcom The O'Reillys where they ironically played best friends Parker Cassidy and Lydia O'Reilly respectively. According to an interview the two did with Good Morning America to promote the fourth season of the show, Minyard admitted to not particularly liking Walker because quote; "she smiled too much". To which Walker only smiled more. The duo went on to explain that the tension between them reached a height on set because Walker was determined to be Minyard's friend- none of which could be felt in the show, just proving how talented the two actors are- until Minyard suggested they spar together. Minyard, when pressed on it ended, stated: "She kicked my ass so now we're friends.”
- His guest role on Grey's Anatomy
[Image description: Andrew Minyard dressed in a doctor's white lab coat in a medical setting]
Everyone has seen at least one episode on the long running and probably never-ending ABC series Grey's Anatomy. Many actors and actresses have guest stared on the series but what made us love Minyard's turn at playing visiting doctor Aaron Russo was the reason he gave for accepting the role. During a brief interview for the Grey's Anatomy Instagram, the actor is quoted as saying; "I took this role solely to piss off my brother Aaron. He's a pediatric surgeon in Chicago and nothing motivates me more than pissing him off." We absolutely adore this display of sibling pettiness- doing something on this scale just to annoy your brother? We stand with you Andrew and your quest to annoy your brother!
- Surprise appearance in the Raven Killers' music video
[Gif imagine description: Andrew Minyard sitting on a top of a heap of metal, dressed in all black with various rings, his trademark black armbands, black eyeliner, smoke edging in on the edge of the frame. The camera zooms in and tilts before starting over]
A few years ago, the electro alt rock band Raven Killers released the music video for their then new song 'You Don't Wanna Know' and to say the appearance of Andrew Minyard was a surprise would be an understatement. It had been known prior that Andrew knew guitarist Jean Moreau, who is married to romcom veteran Jeremy Knox, but none of us thought they were close enough for Minyard to star in the band's music video! Before this the band had a modest following but after Minyard's sudden appearance in the video it went viral, gaining the attention of fans everywhere. Lalia Delmont, lead singer of the band, commented to TMZ that it had been a huge surprise to her when Minyard asked to be in the video. "He told us it was a surprise for someone!" Delmont is quoted as saying and us here at Buzzfeed are with Minyard fans on this one: who was this for?! We're all dying to know. Until then we'll be rewatching that music video over and over again thanks!
- The iconic role as King Arthur
[Image description: Andrew Minyard in costume of a knight from the mid chest up, head tilted back slightly with dirt smudging his face. The background contains faded trees, blue skies with only a few clouds and a stream barely in the shot]
Andrew Minyard had already had a decently sized fan base before his infamous stunt in a mental health facility at age seventeen, but many were worried that he wouldn't have the momentum to continue his promising career. But those worries were unfounded Minyard's first full feature film of his adult career was a SMASHING success! Minyard, under new management by David Wymack, head of Palmetto Entertainment which was a then up and coming entertainment management company, snagged the starring role of King Arthur in a queer retelling of the story. Many were worried that the movie would flop simply because of the fact that they made Arthur gay, but the moment the trailer dropped doubts about the success of the film died. We think it was the way Minyard took his helmet off but it could have also been one of the fight scenes that put Minyard’s newly obtained muscles to use but we’ll never know. The film was a smashing success sending Minyard into a decade long career of success! And while he’s had many memorable roles since Arthur, we’ll always hold his first role as an adult somewhere deep in our hearts.
- His epic coming out
[Image description: Andrew Minyard, annoyed looking and dressed in a fully black tux on the red carpet, hands in his tux pocket]
As mentioned before Andrew Minyard is big news, staring in various well rated TV shows and films. So it was unsurprising when tabloids began to speculate about his dating life, starting with his co star Renee Walker in their breakout roles despite the constant denials from both parties. But the actor, at aged 17, did something that was arguably the bravest split-second decision of his teen years. During a live interview on the carpet for the Emmys, Minyard was answering questions about his first participation of the events when the interviewer Jacob Marshall for Entertainment! started to speculate on the young actor's dating life. Even after both Minyard and his then manager/guardian, Nicholas Hemmick, had repeatedly informed reporters that that topic was off limits and not up for speculation- all of which was ignored. It appeared that this was the final straw for the actor, as Minyard grabbed the microphone out of the reporter's hand and, while staring directly into the camera, announced to the whole world live that he was a gay man! He had some more choice words for the reporter such as how it was a shame he couldn't respect a child's privacy but his famous words "I'm gay dipshits" have been given legendary status. At least in our books. Ever since, Minyard has become a gay icon and has gone viral several times for his unapologetic attitude towards people telling him to be something that he’s not. He’s an icon and all we can wonder about now is when Andrew Minyard will finally settle down. Can we hope that one day there’ll be a special boy in his life?
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Neil closed the Buzzfeed tab he had been reading as he heard the front door unlock, the cat's meowing very loudly at the door. He got up and cautiously made his way to the front of the large house, even though he knew it could only be one person.
Andrew Minyard-Josten was trying to keep the cat's from escaping while carrying a couple of grocery bags in his strong arms that Neil loved to admire. One might say it was weird to be reading articles about one's famous husband when no one knew you even existed, to read all the intense speculation about who he was dating even suggesting their various friends but Neil liked to see what the world was saying about his husband. He even had a secret account where he fought Andrew haters online during his endless free time.
"Hi," Neil called out, grabbing one of the restless cats with ease. "Welcome home."
Andrew glanced up at Neil just before he managed to get fully inside the house. "Your gremlin children are trying to escape." He said, kicking the door behind him. Sir Fat Cat Mccatterson, Sir for short, meowed in protest, her tail angrily swiping behind her as if she couldn't believe that Andrew wouldn't let her escape.
"They're your kids too." Neil reminded his husband.
Andrew gave Neil a flat look and quickly walked to the kitchen to set the bags down, Señor Fluff trailing behind him.
Neil looked down at King Fluffkins in his arms and gave her a kiss. "Your dad is cranky." He whispered conspiratorially.
"I fucking heard that." Andrew called out.
Neil just smiled and let King down, bouncing into the kitchen to kiss Andrew's cheek. He didn't miss the way some of the tension in Andrew's frame faded. "How was your day?" Neil asked, changing the subject before Andrew retaliated. Or worse, asked Neil about his day.
"This world is full of annoying idiots who could all die and save the rest of us the work of putting up with them." Andrew answered.
"So Kevin was bothering you, huh?" Neil guessed.
Andrew huffed which in Andrew speak meant Neil was right. Andrew always ended up getting annoyed with Kevin sooner or later, despite the two being best friends since they met on a movie production back when they were eighteen. When Neil first met Kevin, he hadn't been able to figure out how the two of them were so close when all they seemingly did was argue because of how different they were but eventually Neil just learned to roll with it. Kevin was an asshole and so was Andrew- they were asshole besties.
"He insisted on following the script to the fucking letter like always." Andrew explained, taking out the third container of ice cream he had bought that week from the bag. "Which just got us all into a crew wide argument."
Neil snorted and dutifully put the rest of the groceries away. He knew better than to mess with the ice cream. He found that Andrew bought more cat nip despite the fact that he scolded Neil the other night for giving them so much. Softie. "What did Wymack think of all of this?" He asked.
Wymack was Kevin's father and both his and Andrew's manager. He took over Nicky's duties after Kevin and Andrew met. Andrew would never admit it, but he always felt a bit bad that Nicky worked as both his manager and caretaker- while also taking care of Aaron- so this was ideal for Andrew; it allowed Nicky to live was much more laid-back life where instead of fussing over Andrew every day just bombarded Andrew over text and with calls. The latter was easier for Andrew to ignore.
"Stood there like the disappointed parent he is." Andrew deadpanned.
Neil grinned and hopped onto the counter, happy to watch Andrew decide on what ice cream he wanted (against Matt's professional advice).
"Are you just going to sit there and look cute?" Andrew asked. He decided on death by chocolate. Definitely against the meal plan for his latest movie.
"Yep," Neil popped the 'p' and stretched his legs because he knew Andrew liked his legs. He poked Andrew's side with his foot and nearly giggled when Andrew grabbed it, moving so that he was in between Neil's legs. "I'm your trophy husband." He teased.
Andrew was glaring at Neil, but Neil saw the heat in his eyes. "I want a refund." He lied. "You're so fucking annoying."
Neil slowly wrapped his arms around Andrew's shoulders, giving Andrew time to tell him to stop. "This is all your fault." He reminded him. "I didn't swing before you, you said you'd take responsibility for that, so you're stuck with me forever."
Andrew huffed, hand on Neil's waist, the ice cream abandoned on the counter. At least Neil knew he ranked higher on Andrew's list of priorities than ice cream, a feat in Neil's humble opinion. "And what a monster I've created." Andrew kissed Neil's neck, sending a shiver down Neil's spine, his breath warm against Neil's skin.
Neil let out a breathy moan, ignoring the smirk he felt against his skin. "This sounds like a you problem." He whispered.
"Shut up." Andrew demanded, his hands traveling up and down Neil's torso, sending shivers down Neil's spine.
"Make me?" Neil asked innocently, tilting his head and giving his best pleading eyes. It worked.
Andrew wrapped Neil's legs around his waist and hauled Neil off the counter as his answer to Neil’s puppy eyes.
Neil let out a less than dignified squeak as he scrambled to hang onto Andrew. "A little warning next time." He grumbled half-heartedly. He loved Andrew's display of strength no matter the situation and this was no different.
Andrew didn't answer, instead peppering Neil's neck with kisses as he carried him to the bedroom. Neil clung to Andrew, feeling safe and protected in his arms. He was safe here, with Andrew by his side no one could ever hurt him again. And as Andrew tossed Neil down onto the bed, crawling on top of him, Neil felt like the luckiest man in the world.