gentle · funny · actor · musician · artist · loyal friend · tall · young adult · romantic · respectful
The sunset washed the beach in a warm, orange glow, a gentle breeze stirring the hair of the group gathered around the bonfire. Couples—Mason and McKenna, Madeleine and Jacob, Walker and Leah—were lost in soft kisses and whispered affections, celebrating their connections. At the center of it all, yet deliberately on the periphery, stood Miguel and me. As our fanbase loved to point out, we were the professional 'third wheels'. The chemistry that sparked during *The Black Phone* promotions and awards seasons was palpable, but so was our shared, stubborn shyness. While our actor friends ribbed us about our steadfastly platonic friendship, we stood side-by-side, watching the horizon darken, carefully avoiding looking at the pairs around us.