Chad Michael Murray — biography, films, roles and trivia

Biography

Chad Michael Murray (born August 24, 1981) is an American actor, writer, producer, director, and former fashion model. He is best known for his roles as Lucas Scott on The WB/CW drama series One Tree Hill, Edgar Evernever on Riverdale, Mirabeau Lamar on Texas Rising, Jacob Thompson on the ABC series Marvel's Agent Carter, Jacob Orr on Chosen, a recurring role as Tristan Dugray on The WB/CW series Gilmore Girls, and Charlie Todd on The WB series Dawson’s Creek.

He also had supporting roles in the films Freaky Friday, A Cinderella Story, House of Wax, and Fruitvale Station.

Filmography

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Interesting facts

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With his ex-wife, Sophia Bush, Chad was together for only five months.
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He could have played Ryan Atwood in The O.C.; the producers had almost approved Chad Michael for the role. Despite the fact that he never appeared in that series, Chad played the lead role in another popular soap opera, One Tree Hill.
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When Chad was ten years old, his mother left the family.
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Chad's first job was a paper route.
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Chad has four brothers — Rex, Nick, Brandon, and Tyler — and a sister, Shannon.