Dexter Darden

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Characters played by Dexter Darden

Frypan — The Maze Runner (2014)

The Glade cook and a loyal friend to Thomas, known for his humor and survival skills.

Frypan — Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015)

Glader cook and medic, provides emotional support and supplies.

Frypan — Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018)

The Glade's cook and steadfast group member providing support and morale during their journey.

DeAndre — Chang Can Dunk (2023)

A viral YouTuber known for dunking videos. He becomes Chang's training mentor after Bo offers to upgrade his video production. He films Chang's progress, forms a bond with him, and defends Chang's character when confronted by Chen, helping the teenager find his potential.

Hags — It's a Wonderful Binge (2022)

Loyal mentor figure who guides the protagonist through emotional journeys and moral dilemmas.

John Lewis — Son of the South (2021)

Zellner's mentor, referenced in the film's closing montage as a late figure honored for his civil rights activism.

JR — Half Baked: Totally High (2024)

Lead friend in the sequel, searches for money to bury a deceased friend

Walter Hill — Joyful Noise (2012)

Walter is Vi Rose's son and Olivia's brother, identified as having Asperger syndrome. He becomes friends with Randy, who teaches him to play piano, and proudly tells Vi Rose about Randy's fight at the quarry. Walter's relationship with Randy helps connect Randy to Vi Rose's family and contributes to the tensions surrounding their romance.

Hags — The Binge (2020)

Griffin's loyal friend and co-conspirator during the wild festivities.

Himself — To the Beat! (2018)

A brief on-screen appearance by a person credited as himself, with limited impact on the twins' dance competition storyline.

Career Overview

Dexter Darden has 20 screen credits in a career dating back to 2005. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Maze Runner with 3 titles. Signature works include The Maze Runner, Saved by the Bell, Maze Runner: The Death Cure. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
20
Birth Date
1991-06-24
Birth Place
Camden - New Jersey - USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q18149105), public domain (CC0).