Benda John joins RBA as an accomplished international model with campaign experience across leading brands such as Huffer and Calvin Klein. Originally based in Sydney, Australia, he competed nationally in track and field before relocating to Auckland, New Zealand, where his modelling career expanded across global markets and high-end commercial campaigns.
Beyond the runway and lens, Benda brings a solid foundation in the performing arts, having trained in his youth with the Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) and Actors Centre Australia. Now returning to Australia and to his creative roots, he is poised to re-enter the world of film and television with the same discipline, depth, and presence that have defined his work to date. His rich cultural heritage and grounded spirituality offer a compelling on-screen presence that aligns perfectly with RBA’s vision for bold, authentic storytelling.
Benda John
Actor / Commercial
Age Range
25—35
Height
191cm
Eye Colour
Brown
Hair Colour
Black
Ethnicity
African / Rwandan
Based In
Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Artist Resume
Theatre
Year
Role
Production
2012
Daniel Writer
The Knowledge
Dir. Bec Marzipan
Film
Year
Role
Production
2012
Rwanda
The One
Dir. Tim Baretto
Commercial
Year
Role
Production
2024
Boyfriend
Allbirds
Flying Fish
2023
Audio Engineer
Coqui - The Future of Voice
ODV
2023
Gameshow Host
Sked Social - Social Showdown
ODV
2023
Super Hero 2
Afirmo
ODV
2007
Boyfriend
Bouygues French
2007
Patient
Acuvue Contact Lenses
Training
Year
Role
Production
2013
Student
The Foundation Program (Stage and Screen)
Actors Centre Australia
2012
Student
The Foundation Program (Stage and Screen)
Actors Centre Australia
2011
Student
Performance Skills Development
Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP)
2011
Student
The Foundation Program (Stage and Screen)
Actors Centre Australia
2010
Student
Performance Skills Development
Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP)
2009
Student
Performance Skills Development
Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP)
2008
Student
Performance Skills Development
Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP)
2007
Student
Performance Skills Development
Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP)