Ryder is an athletic but somewhat socially awkward teenage boy. He is Lennox's younger brother and the nephew of Mel Burke.
After his mother, Meredith Scanlon went to prison and his father, Lewis Scanlon took off, Ryder had suffered a momentary nervous breakdown and allegedly set the Scanlon house on fire while buring 20 of his father's suits in the driveway (this was referenced in the Pilot). However, since coming into Mel's custody, he has shown no further evidence of pyromania or other destructive tendencies. Out of the two Scanlon children, Ryder is the one who looks up to Joe the most and frequently asks for his advice. Personality Unlike his outspoken and rebellious older sister, Ryder seems to be more of a wallflower. Being tall and gangly, he rarely ever looks comfortable in his own skin. He gets nervous easily, especially in the company of attractive females, and seems to be perpetually suffering from foot-in-mouth syndrome. He also seems to have a penchant for overhearing inappropriate conversations and rescinding with equally inappropriate remarks. Most of Ryder's problems seem to revolve around girls and dating. Because he lacks confidence, he frequently ends up seeking out help and advice from the other characters (with mixed results). In Toledo's Next Top Model, thanks to Joe's advice, Ryder manages to get the attention of the rigid and extremely bossy Holly Reback and the two have been dating ever since. It's implied that Ryder believes Holly is his only chance at having a girlfriend, which explains his anxiousness to meet her every whim, no matter how absurd or overbearing. |
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Zaps Incredible Laser Tag Hometown: Toledo, Ohio Family Mother: Meridith Scanlon Father: Lewis Scanlon Aunt/Legal Guardian: Mel Burke Sister: Lennox Scanlon Uncle: Joe Longo Friends: Joe Longo Portrayed By: Nick Robinson First Appearance: "Pilot" Last Appearance: "At Last" |