Wayne Bastrup (born January 20, 1976) is an American actor and musician. He is known for portraying the younger version of Oscar winner J. K. Simmons' character Detective O'Brien in the fifth installment of the Terminator film franchise, Terminator Genisys. Bastrup also appears in the critically acclaimed 2014 American biographical film Love and Mercy, directed by Bill Pohlad, about musician and songwriter Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. He has performed as a guest-star on numerous television shows, including The Mentalist, CSI: NY, Leverage, Awake, Whitney, Angie Tribeca, L.A.'s Finest and Truth Be Told.
In October 2015, it was announced that Bastrup was joining the cast of Sully, an upcoming American biographical drama film directed by Clint Eastwood, based on the autobiography Highest Duty by Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger.
Bastrup is also the drummer for the Seattle-based band Gunbunny. His drumming style has been described as "driving" and "textured," with a live performance review noting his capabilities as "stellar." He was born January 20, 1976, in Port Townsend, Washington, USA. He earned a master's degree in Architecture from the University of Washington in 2002.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes2006 June and July Rusty 2008 Special Chris 2009 World's Greatest Dad TV Crew Member Uncredited2009 Warrior's End Captain Krais 2010 Eyes in the Dark Josh Adams 2011 Minds, Adolescents Scott 2011 L.A.G.P. Sam 2011 Cowboys & Indians Conway 2014 Love & Mercy Process Server 2015 Terminator Genisys Young O'Brien 2015 Radio America Donny 2016 Sully Brian Kelly
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External links Wayne Bastrup's Official Website