Tommy Dorfman Discusses ‘Brief’ Romance With ‘13 Reasons Why’ Costar Brandon Flynn in New Book

A Glimpse into the Past: Tommy Dorfman’s Memoir

I found myself reflecting on an intriguing snippet from Tommy Dorfman’s memoir. There’s something compelling about peeking into the lives of those we only think we know through a screen. Dorfman, who many of us remember as Ryan Shaver from the Netflix hit series, opens up about her “short-lived” romance with costar Brandon Flynn. It’s funny, really, how these stories pop up in books – like whispers of truth behind the scenes.

It was during the early days on set in San Francisco. The Netflix cast was enjoying a casual evening at Flynn’s place. I imagine them scattered across rooms, drinks in hand, laughter mingling with the scent of cigarettes. That’s when Dorfman found herself out on the balcony, perhaps needing a moment away. It was there that Brandon joined her. He had this boyish charm, she recalled – you know the kind that seems effortless yet pulls you in? I guess everyone can picture those sparkling blue eyes and easy confidence, right?

There was an undeniable spark between them, one of those intense moments where time seems to warp – eyes locked for what feels like forever. Suddenly, they were somewhere else entirely, wrapped in passion that felt like magic. As Dorfman writes it, those were moments filled with fun and a kind of beautiful chaos.

But life isn’t all fairy tales and perfect endings. Flynn seemed open to something deeper, but Dorfman wasn’t in the same place. Maybe we’ve all been there at some point – wanting to dive into something more but held back by… something else.

Their paths diverged; Flynn moved on and was soon seen with another costar, Miles Heizer. There was talk and speculation – as there always is – though nothing was ever confirmed publicly. It leaves you wondering about those “what ifs.” Did Dorfman feel she’d made a mistake watching Flynn with Heizer? There was a pang of jealousy there, a reflection on choices made or not made. But then again, she had her lines to focus on, her role to play – both on-screen and off.

The series ran from 2017 to 2020 with Dorfman as Ryan Shaver and Flynn as Justin Foley. Heizer played Alex Standall. Despite any personal regrets or missed opportunities, it’s clear Dorfman carried forward with grace.

Dorfman eventually found love elsewhere, marrying Peter Zurkuhlen. Their relationship spanned from 2016 to 2021. It’s nice to think that perhaps she found her own kind of happy ending there for a time.

If you’re curious about more such tidbits and honest reflections from Dorfman’s life, you might want to check out her memoir. It paints a candid picture of fleeting romance and the choices we make along our journey.

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