Lorenzo Henrie is an American actor, producer, entrepreneur, and Catholic speaker whose life bridges the world of Hollywood storytelling and a deeply personal journey of faith, conversion, and family. Born into the entertainment industry and raised in Los Angeles, Lorenzo began acting at a young age, quickly building a diverse résumé across television and film while navigating the unique pressures of growing up in the spotlight.
Lorenzo is best known for his breakout role as Chris Manawa in AMC’s Fear the Walking Dead, where he portrayed a complex and emotionally charged character across multiple seasons. Lorenzo has also appeared in a wide range of film and television projects, including Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Star Trek, CSI: Miami, Cold Case, Ghost Whisperer, 7th Heaven, NCIS: Los Angeles, and the feature films Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, Riding 79, Warrior Road, and Only Mine. He also appears in Mel Gibson’s upcoming filmThe Resurrection, further continuing his work in major Hollywood productions while expanding into faith-centered storytelling. His work has allowed him to collaborate with some of the most recognized creators and productions in the industry.
Despite early success in the entertainment industry, Lorenzo’s life took a profound turn through a powerful spiritual encounter during his time working on a film set, which led him back to the Catholic faith in a deeply transformative way. This moment became a turning point not only for him, but for his family life and long-term direction. Today, Lorenzo is a devoted husband and father of five, and his faith now serves as the foundation for every aspect of his life and work.
Alongside his acting career, he has pursued entrepreneurial and creative projects in entertainment, including family-centered storytelling and production work aimed at creating meaningful, values-driven content. As a speaker, Lorenzo shares a raw and authentic testimony about life in Hollywood, conversion, identity, courtship, marriage, and the challenges of remaining faithful in a culture that often pulls in the opposite direction. His talks speak especially to young people, men, and families seeking clarity on purpose, virtue, and living with integrity in a modern world. Lorenzo speaks with honesty, humility, and conviction, offering audiences a powerful witness to redemption, the importance of protecting faith and family, and the call to live a life anchored in truth, beauty, and God.
Available Talks
Lorenzo’s Testimony
A deeply personal and intimate story of Lorenzo’s life growing up in Hollywood as a working actor, including his experience navigating the entertainment industry from childhood alongside his brother, David Henrie, in the spotlight. He shares the powerful moment during his time on a film set when an encounter involving an exorcist priest led him back to the Catholic faith, radically changing the direction of his life and his family’s future.
Courtship and the Path to Marriage
Lorenzo shares his personal journey from a life of disordered dating prior to his conversion to intentionally pursuing a life of purity, respect, and authentic courtship. He reflects on meeting his wife, building a Christ-centered relationship, and laying the foundation for a strong Catholic marriage. Now married for over 10 years with five children, Lorenzo highlights practical principles for courtship in the modern world, emphasizing the responsibility of men to protect the dignity and hearts of women, and the mutual call to purity, intentionality, and love that leads to a healthy, lasting marriage.
Entrepreneurship and Acting
Lorenzo discusses life after conversion, including building a family-centered business in the entertainment industry and the real challenges that come with it. He shares his continued love for acting, as well as the difficult decisions to walk away from major opportunities that would have compromised his faith and conscience. His story offers a powerful reflection on integrity, sacrifice, and choosing God over success.
“It’s an honor to build a company, alongside my family, for the family audience that will inspire the next generation with wonder and truth.” – LORENZO HENRIE
