Before his appearance in the cultural touchstone film *10 Things I Hate About You*, actor Andrew Keegan, now 46, had already developed a steady presence on American television. During the earlier stages of his career, he obtained prominent roles in popular series of the 1990s such as *Thunder Alley*, *7th Heaven*, and *Party of Five*—all of which were highly recognizable program staples of that era. These performances helped solidify him as a familiar face among audiences who followed prime-time dramas and sitcoms. In the years following these successes, however, his screen presence diminished to smaller, often guest-starring roles, including appearances in projects like *CSI: Crime Scene Investigation* and the meta-comedic series *Hollywood Darlings*, which leaned heavily on nostalgic references to 1990s television icons.
Keegan’s life took a dramatic and rather unconventional turn in April 2014, when he attracted significant media attention through a feature in *New York Magazine*. At that time, he publicly introduced a spiritual organization he had founded under the name *Full Circle*. Described by Keegan as a new form of religion or community-based spiritual practice, the group quickly became the subject of public fascination and speculation. Less than a year after its founding, however, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control initiated a raid on Full Circle’s headquarters. The reason cited for the action was the unlicensed sale of *kombucha*, a fermented tea beverage that the group was distributing without the legally required permits. A spokesperson for Full Circle would later explain to *Vice* that the organization had been unaware that licensing was necessary, confessing a degree of surprise at the enforcement action. Ultimately, the community disbanded in 2017, drawing its brief but controversial chapter in Keegan’s life to a close.
Years later, in 2024, Keegan directly confronted the circulating rumors and speculative narratives that had long painted him with the label of “cult leader.” He addressed these claims on an episode of the widely known podcast *Pod Meets World*, hosted by *Boy Meets World* alumni Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, and Will Friedle. Demonstrating candor and some bemused reflection, Keegan admitted that, in hindsight, the endeavor seemed surreal. He recalled investing significant sums—amounting to tens of thousands of dollars—into the project, while emphasizing that the community persisted for approximately three years and fostered what he considered a remarkable and genuinely supportive social group. He framed the undertaking not as an attempt to form a fringe sect, but rather as the creation of a vibrant community space in Venice, California, which for a period functioned essentially as a hub of friendship and shared experiences. With a mix of irony and pride, Keegan noted that while being labeled a cult leader might normally carry stigma, in his case he regarded it as an unusual distinction—almost like wearing a badge of honor, since it made his story unique compared to that of his peers.
Despite the controversies that surrounded Full Circle, Keegan’s acting career did not come to an end. Since the dissolution of his organization in 2017, he has steadily pursued performance opportunities, continuing to make appearances in television projects. Among these was a notable role in *Trinkets*, where he reunited on screen with his former *10 Things I Hate About You* costar Larisa Oleynik, further reinforcing the nostalgic connection between his early work and his more recent screen presence. Beyond his professional endeavors, Keegan’s personal life has also evolved; he became a father in 2016 with the birth of his daughter, marking an important and grounding milestone outside of his public persona.
Collectively, Keegan’s journey illustrates the unpredictable paths that actors from iconic 1990s projects can take—sometimes moving between mainstream visibility, eccentric ventures, public scrutiny, and eventual rediscovery in later roles. His narrative intertwines television stardom, unconventional experimentations in spirituality, and personal milestones, leaving him both a recognizable and enigmatic figure as he continues to appear on screen and in conversations about the cultural legacy of the era that first made him famous.
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