Braedyn Bruner

Braedyn Bruner is an American actress. She is best known for playing Emma Drake in the soap opera General Hospital.

Early life Bruner was born in Dallas and raised in nearby Lucas, Texas.

Career Bruner made her TV debut on an episode of Barney & Friends in 2009. She played the lead Millie in the drama film Break and appeared in the horror film V/H/S/Beyond directed by Justin Long. Bruners first big role came playing Emma Drake in the soap opera General Hospital. She took over the role after the shock exit of Brooklyn Rae Silzer. She was a big fan of the show prior to joining. For this role, Bruner received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination in the Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series category.

Personal life She is very good friends with Giovanni Mazza, who plays her onscreen partner Giovanni Palmieri.

Filmography

Film

Television

Awards and nominations + List of awards and nominations Year Award Category Work Result 2026 Daytime Emmy Award Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series General Hospital