general | March 29, 2026

What Happened To Bryant Wood After Season 2

Bryant Wood starred in The Circle season 2. However, his stay on the series was short. After the show, he changed his name. That's not all he changed.

Bryant Wood from The Circle season 2 was the first player to get blocked, and we've found out what this reality TV alum has been doing after the show. While his stay on the series was short, he left an indelible impression on fans. The 27-year-old breathwork instructor brought only good vibes to The Circle. He never hesitated to remind his fellow cast members to look past the drama, respect one another, and spread good energy. Due to his early exit, fans were not able to get to know Bryant very well. However, his post-show activities tell a story.

Bryant decided to enter the game while being 100% himself. Even the non-catfish player, podcaster/pop culture commenter Courtney Revolution, hid some of his identity by not telling players his true occupation. Nonetheless, the former actor and model remained an open book and formed connections with other players, including River and Terilisha. In contrast, some players and fans found Bryant's occupation and hyper-positivity suspicious. However, in his elimination video, Bryant revealed his identity, and his message about love and positivity remained the same. His sincerity captivated players. It even left Dallas resident Lee Swift "River" in tears. The breathwork instructor that was once suspected of being a catfish became a beloved cast member. A lot of viewers felt that he left the series too soon.

Bryant Wood recently revealed that he made a pretty big change in his life. He changed his name to Ikar. In Greek, the word means, "the one that touches the sky." On his Instagram, his name is listed as Angel Ikar Wood. The yogi pro also shaved off his signature long hair. Bryant's mantra is all about listening to the universe. He says the universe told him to cut his hair. In the Where Are They Now video on the Netflix YouTube channel, Bryant said, "Our willingness to transform, allows us the willingness to heal." 

Bryant, who may not have deserved to get blocked, continues to focus on educating others about meditation and breathing. The California native has been traveling across the world holding private events where he shares insights on those subjects. He is also helping teachers to train and become certified as breathwork instructors. On his Instagram, Bryant frequently shares his adventures while educating his 538k+ followers about the techniques of breathing and meditation. See one of his posts below:

He also continues to develop his Modern Nirvana lifestyle brand. While Bryant is still hurt that he was the first one to be eliminated, he doesn't regret how he played the game. He has shared that he wished he had helped the other players to play the game in the same open and mindful way he did. Bryant follows a few of his fellow castmates on social media. They stop by in the comment section occasionally. See another IG post of Bryant's below:

Although Bryant didn't win the $100,000, he's certainly winning at life. His Modern Nirvana company is successful and he continues to use his platform to inspire and educate. In the midst of the strategies and tactics, The Circle cast member spread kindness and showed respect for others. We hope to see more of Bryant in the future. He is working to change the world, one mindful and measured breath at a time.

Next: The Circle Season 2: The 10 Best Friendships

Source: Netflix/YouTube, Angel Ikar Wood/Instagram