History of Tanner Buchanan in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 14, 2025

Tanner Buchanan is an American actor known for his roles in the television series Designated Survivor (2016–2018) and Cobra Kai (2018–2025). In Designated Survivor, a political drama airing on ABC, Buchanan played Leo Kirkman, the son of President Tom Kirkman. He then gained further recognition for portraying Robby Keene in Cobra Kai, a Netflix action series based on the Karate Kid films. His work in these shows has established him as a rising star in the entertainment industry.

December 8, 1998: Birth of Tanner Buchanan

Tanner Buchanan was born on December 8, 1998.

2007: Move to Los Angeles

Tanner Buchanan moved to Los Angeles with his family in 2007 to pursue acting.

2010: Acting Debut

Tanner Buchanan started his acting career with a role in "Modern Family" in 2010.

2011: Lead Role in Untitled Project

In 2011, Buchanan landed his first lead role as Jimmy in the "Untitled Jeff and Jackie Filgo Project".

2012: Role in The Real St. Nick

Buchanan appeared as Cynical Kid in the TV film "The Real St. Nick" in 2012.

2013: Film Debut

Tanner Buchanan made his film debut in "Jake Squared" in 2013.

2015: Recurring Roles in Girl Meets World and Game Shakers

Buchanan had recurring roles in "Girl Meets World" and "Game Shakers" in 2015.

2016: Main Role in Designated Survivor and Recurring Role in The Fosters

In 2016, Buchanan starred in "Designated Survivor" and had a recurring role in "The Fosters".

2016: Designated Survivor and The Fosters

In 2016, Tanner Buchanan landed his first main role on television as Leo Kirkman in "Designated Survivor" and a recurring role as Jack Downey in "The Fosters".

2017: Anything Film Appearance

Tanner Buchanan appeared in the film "Anything" in 2017.

2018: Cobra Kai Debut

Tanner Buchanan began playing Robby Keene in "Cobra Kai" in 2018.

2019: Max Winslow and the House of Secrets and Sinister Seduction

In 2019, Buchanan appeared in "Max Winslow and the House of Secrets" and "Sinister Seduction". He was also nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Canadian International Faith & Family Film Festival.