Ben Bean (born Benjamin Felix Bean Jr), was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, to Benjamin Sr. and Irene Bean. He attended Hume-Fogg Academic Magnet School in Nashville, Tennessee, where he graduated with honors. After graduating high school, Ben attended the University of Tennessee, where he double majored in Biochemistry and Theatre. During his undergraduate career, Ben decided to start focusing more on the performing arts. He has played various roles on stage in plays such as Les Miserables, Shrek the Musical, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Ben is studying at Rose Bruford College in London, England, where he is pursuing his Masters degree in acting.