Brad Barron Renfro (July 25 1982 - January 15 2008) was an American actor. He made his movie debut in 1994 in the title role of The Client. He acted in 21 movies, several short films, and one television episode during his career. Much of his later career was marred by a pattern of substance abuse and other personal problems. He died January 15, 2008, due to an accidental overdose of heroin and morphine.

Born in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 25, 1982, he was discovered at 10 by director Joel Schumacher and was immediately cast in his first major motion picture, Client, The (1994). Although he had a lack of acting experience, his role caught the media's attention. Next, he wowed critics with his touching role in Cure, The (1995) and then showed off his comedic talents in Tom and Huck (1995). Brad won "The Hollywood Reporter's Young Star Award" in 1995 and was nominated as one of People Magazine's "Top 30 Under 30." Brad became one of Hollywood's most wanted young actors, starring alongside Susan Sarandon, Dustin Hoffman and Brad Pitt.