Zachary Knighton
| Zachary Knighton | |
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 Knighton in 2010 | |
| Born |
Zachary Andrew Knighton October 25, 1978 Alexandria, Virginia, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Hang Knighton (2008–present; 1 child) |
Zachary Andrew Knighton[1] (born October 25, 1978) is an American actor, most widely known for starring as Dave Rose on the ABC comedy series Happy Endings. Prior to that, he co-starred as Dr. Bryce Varley on ABC's science fiction series FlashForward.
Life and career
Knighton was born in Alexandria, Virginia[2] and in 1996, graduated from Frank W. Cox High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia and the Governor's School for the Arts. Afterwards, he attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a fan of horror films and surfing.[3]
In 2007, he starred in the horror film remake The Hitcher, with Sophia Bush, playing the role originally performed by C. Thomas Howell.
Previously, Knighton played Laz Lackerson on the short-lived television program, Life on a Stick. He also starred as Gary on the series Related.
In 2002, main character in the French erotic, disturbing and complex film A New Life by Philippe Grandrieux, with Anna Mouglalis.
In 2009, Knighton was cast as Bryce Varley in the science fiction series FlashForward, based on the novel by Robert J. Sawyer. Knighton had originally auditioned for the role of Demetri Noh but lost out to John Cho. The show's co-creator David S. Goyer then rewrote the role of Bryce Varley for Knighton.[4] The show was axed after one season.
From April 2011 to May 2013, Knighton starred as Dave Rose on the ABC comedy series Happy Endings, alongside Eliza Coupe, Elisha Cuthbert, Adam Pally, Damon Wayans Jr. and Casey Wilson. Despite critical acclaim and a cult following, the show was cancelled by ABC after concluding its third season on May 3, 2013. In February 2014, Knighton signed on as a lead in the upcoming ensemble comedy series Weird Loners on FOX. He also has an upcoming recurring arc in the 5th season of the NBC series Parenthood.
BuddyTV ranked him #94 on its list of "TV's Sexiest Men of 2011".[5]
Personal Life
Knighton lives in Malibu with his wife Hang and young daughter Tallulah.[6]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Cherry Falls | Mr. Rolly | |
| 2002 | La vie nouvelle | Seymour | |
| 2003 | The Mudge Boy | Travis | |
| 2004 | The Prince & Me | John Morgan | |
| 2007 | The Hitcher | Jim Halsey | |
| 2007 | Supreme Courtships | Clyde | Made-For-Television |
| 2008 | Surfer, Dude | Billo Murphy | |
| 2010 | Tug | Judd | |
| 2011 | Satellite of Love | Blake | |
| 2013 | Teddy Bears | Dave | |
| 2014 | Believe Me | Gabriel | Filming |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Ed | Stephen | 1 Episode |
| 2001 | Law & Order | Paul Wyler | 1 Episode |
| 2004 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Lukas Ian Croft | 1 Episode |
| 2005 | Life on a Stick | Laz Lackerson | Series Regular |
| 2005 | Love, Inc. | Brad | 1 Episode |
| 2006 | Related | Gary | 2 Episodes |
| 2008, 2013 | It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia | Random Guy | 2 Episodes |
| 2009 | Bones | Chet Newcomb | 1 Episode |
| 2009–2010 | FlashForward | Dr. Bryce Varley | Series Regular |
| 2010 | House | Billy | 1 Episode |
| 2011–2013 | Happy Endings | Dave Rose | Series Regular |
| 2012 | Happy Endings: Happy Rides | Dave Rose | Web Series |
| 2013 | Wilfred | Bill the Mailman | 1 Episode |
References
- Notes
- ↑ 'S+MYSTERIOUS%2C+ROMANTIC+%60ARCADIA'+SET+FOR+THEATREVIRGINIA&pqatl=google "Stoppard's Mysterious, Romantic 'Arcadia' Set For Theatre Virginia". Richmond Times. 1998-02-08. Retrieved 2010-11-07.
- ↑ Vincent, Mal (2007-01-20). "Former Beach boy makes it to big screen in Hitcher". The Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved 2010-11-07.
- ↑ Topel, Fred (2007-01-15). "Zach Knighton on The Hitcher". CanMag. Retrieved 2007-01-16.
- ↑ Gardner, Jessica (23 February 2012). "Happy Beginnings and 'Happy Endings' for Zachary Knighton". backstage.com. Retrieved 27 April 2013.
- ↑ "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2011". BuddyTV. Retrieved January 13, 2012.
- ↑ "A Far Cry: Happy Endings". Emmys.com. 2012-07-10. Retrieved 2012-11-07.
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