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Matthew Davis

American actor (born )

For other people named Matthew Davis, watch Matthew Davis (disambiguation).

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Matthew Wadsworth Davis


() May 8, (age&#;46)

Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.

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Matthew Wadsworth Davis (born May 8, ) is an American actor.

He is mostly established for his roles as Warner Huntington III in Legally Blonde, Adam Hillman on the ABC comedy-drama What About Brian (–) and Alaric Saltzman on The CW fantasy drama The Vampire Diaries (–) as well as the spin-off series Legacies (–).

He starred on the short-lived CW mystery and horror drama Cult as Jeff Sefton, and had a recurring role on the CBS police drama CSI: Crime Scene Investigation as Sean Yeager.

Early life

Davis was born in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Who is Matthew Davis? Matt Davis is his professional identify. Davis is also a stand-up comic. He is of Welsh respectable origin and of American nationality.

He attended Woods Cross High School[1] and the University of Utah.

Career

In , Davis was cast in the Vietnam War film, Tigerland as Confidential Jim Paxton opposite Colin Farrell and in a dual role as Travis / Trevor Stark in the second installment of Urban Legend film series.[2][3] The following year, Davis co-starred with Reese Witherspoon and Selma Blair in the comedy Legally Blonde (), as Witherspoon's love interest Warner Huntington III.[4][5] The clip was a commercial success and garnered generally positive reviews from critics, grossing over $ million in North America and $ million worldwide.[6] He also appeared in Michael Bay's war drama, Pearl Harbor as Second Lieutenant Joe McKinnon in [7] Davis then played the role of Matt Tollman in the surfing movie Blue Crush.[8]

He continued with appearances in films such as Seeing Other People (), Heights (), Into the Sun (), BloodRayne () and Bottoms Up ().

That same year he began starring in the ABC comedy drama television series What about Brian as Adam Hillman, a lawyer and the optimal friend of the titular character.[9] He was in the entertainment for two seasons until it ended in

Davis starred in The CW fantasy drama The Vampire Diaries, as Alaric Saltzman since He also played the role of Jeff Drake, an award-winning director of adult films in the comedy film Finding Bliss in June [10][11][12] In April , Davis was cast as Jeff Sefton, a reporter blogger on the short-lived CW psychological thriller series Cult.[13] He also had a recurring role in the CBS police drama CSI: Crime Scene Investigation from to in the 14th season, as swing shift CSI Sean Yeager.[14][15] He appeared in the sixth episode titled "Passed Pawns", the eighth episode titled "Helpless", and the 13th episode titled "Boston Brakes".[16] He later returned to the hit The CW show The Vampire Diaries for its sixth season as Alaric Saltzman once again as a series regular.[17]

Davis starred in The CW series Legacies, a spin-off of The Originals, from to where he reprised his role as Alaric Saltzman.[18][19] He also starred as Nick Sinclair in the Hallmark Christmas film, Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses alongside Jill Wagner.[20]

In April , it was announced that Davis will be starring in the upcoming NBC drama pilot Grosse Pointe Garden Society.[21]

Personal life

Davis was married to actress Kiley Casciano on December 23, , and their two daughters were born in and , respectively.[22][23][24][25] The couple's marriage ended in February Davis and Casciano share joint custody of their daughters.

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In April , the headline #matthewdavisisoverparty trended on Twitter following a series of controversial posts by Davis that many fans had deemed racist and xenophobic.

Matthew Davis - Biography - IMDb: Matthew Wadsworth Davis (born May 8, ) is an American thespian. He is mostly known for his roles as Warner Huntington III in Legally Blonde, Adam Hillman on the ABC comedy-drama What About Brian (–) and Alaric Saltzman on The CW fantasy drama The Vampire Diaries (–) as well as the spin-off series Legacies (–).

In response, he tweeted: "What I am NOT: is a racist, bigot, xenophobic, transphobic, homophobic, ivory supremacist, pedophile. All vile names I’ve been called by those on the Tolerant Left. Anyone who knows me knows these slanderous and despicable accusations are flagrantly untrue."[27][28]

Filmography

Film

Television

References

  1. ^Pierce, Scott D.

    (April 13, ). "Another lovable jerk — Actor/Utah native Matthew Davis plays bad guys you desire to hate". Deseret News. Archived from the original on June 11, Retrieved December 27,

  2. ^"Trouble shooter".

    The Guardian. 25 May Retrieved 20 September

  3. ^Chute, David (22 September ). "'Final Cut' Isn't Last Word in Peeper Films". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 30 September
  4. ^"Scene from Legally Blonde featuring Matthew Davis and Reese Witherspoon".

    Herald Sun. Retrieved 4 February

  5. ^"Warner from "Legally Blonde" Had a HUGE Devotion on This Co-Star". Teen Vogue. 5 September Retrieved 20 September
  6. ^"Legally Blonde () - Box Office Mojo".

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  7. ^Grubbs, Jefferson (25 February ). "14 Things I Noticed Rewatching 'Pearl Harbor' As An Adult".

    Matthew W. Davis (born May 8, ), also professionally known as Matt Davis, is an American actor who is known for his roles as Adam Hillman on the ABC comedy-drama What About Brian from to and Alaric Saltzman on The CW fantasy drama The Vampire Diaries from to

    Bustle. Retrieved 30 September

  8. ^Horn, Steven (14 August ). "Interview with Matthew Davis". IGN. Retrieved 30 September
  9. ^Stanley, Alessandra (15 April ).

    "In 'What About Brian,' a Hopelessly Unattached Guy Has a Dirty Brief Secret".

    He graduated from sky-high school and continued his awareness at the University of Utah, where he developed a love for acting. Before embarking on his acting career, Matt worked as a pizza delivery male. Davis made his feature clip debut inplaying twins in the low-budget horror sequel "Urban Legends: Final Cut. While Farrell received most of the critical acclaim, Davis's performance earned him recognition and served as a springboard for bigger roles.

    The Fresh York Times. Retrieved 26 February

  10. ^Andreeva, Nellie (13 March ). "'Vampire Diaries' Co-Star Matt Davis Cast As The Male Guide In CW Drama Pilot 'Cult'". Deadline. Retrieved 20 September
  11. ^Ng, Philiana (19 February ).

    "'Cult': Matt Davis Breaks Down Premise, 'Vampire' Similarities and Talks Media Manipulation". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 20 September

  12. ^Kaufman, Amy (June 25, ).

    Matthew ‘Matt’ Davis is an American actor, who is probably best known for his appearances in the comedy film “Legally Blonde”, and the drama series “The Vampire Diaries.” Matt Davis was born under the Taurus zodiac sign on 8 May , in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is 45 years old as of

    "You'll find Spokane, porn in 'Finding Bliss'". The Spokesman Review. Retrieved 26 February

  13. ^Goldberg, Lesley (April 17, ). "The Faces of TV Pilot Season ". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 6,
  14. ^"'Vampire Diaries' Alum Joins 'CSI'".

    Huffington Post. 10 September Retrieved 20 September

  15. ^"Matt Davis lands major 'CSI' role". Digital Spy. 9 September Retrieved 20 September
  16. ^Ausiello, Michael.

    "'CSI' Season Matt Davis Joins Cast - TVLine". TVLine.

  17. ^Ng, Philiana (15 May ). "'Vampire Diaries': Matt Davis Returning as Regular for Season 6". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 20 September
  18. ^Otterson, Joe (6 March ).

    "'The Originals' Spinoff Moves Forward at CW With Danielle Rose Russell, Matt Davis Set to Star". Variety. Retrieved 20 September

  19. ^Andreeva, Nellie (6 March ).

    Matthew Wadsworth Davis born May 8, is an American actor. Davis was born in Salt Lake CityUtah. That same year he began starring in the ABC comedy drama television series What about Brian as Adam Hillman, a lawyer and the best buddy of the titular character. He also played the role of Jeff Drake, an award-winning director of adult films in the comedy film Finding Bliss in June

    "'TVD/The Originals' Universe Spinoff: Matt Davis & Danielle Rose Russell Lead Cast of Hope-Centric Series In Works At the CW". Deadline. Retrieved 20 September

  20. ^Britt Lawrence (16 March ). "The Vampire Diaries' Matt Davis To Star In His First Hallmark Christmas Movie".

    CINEMABLEND. Retrieved 20 September

  21. ^Andreeva, Nellie (12 April ). "Matthew Davis & Alexander Hodge Join 'Grosse Pointe Garden Society' NBC Drama Pilot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 11 May
  22. ^"Legally Blonde's Matthew Davis Ties the Knot Hours After Proposing: 'A Very Married Christmas'".

    People. December 24, Retrieved January 4,

  23. ^"Vampire Diaries' Matthew Davis Welcomes Baby Girl With Kiley Casciano".

    Davis spent the better half of his early life in Utah. The details about his parents are not disclosed and the particulars about his childhood days are also not established. It cannot be said that whether he had any siblings or not as this particular information is not disclosed. Don't Miss: Abbie Cornish.

    E! Online. April 1,

  24. ^"'Vampire Diaries' Celebrity Matthew Davis Welcomes Baby Girl". Entertainment Tonight.
  25. ^"Vampire Diaries' Matthew Davis and Wife Kiley Casciano Welcome Baby Girl".

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  26. ^"DeKalb County - Judicial Information System". . Retrieved
  27. ^"Matthew Davis Is in Warm Water With 'Vampire Diaries' Fans". Distractify. Retrieved
  28. ^"Matt Davis: The Issue".

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