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Eric Johnson Biography

Birth Name:Eric Johann Johnson

Birth Place:Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Profession Actor, Producer, Director, Writer, Editor

Fast Facts

  • Became involved in the Hollywood Hill organization, which is dedicated to working for social and ecological change
  • Enrolled in theater school at the age of nine and discovered his passion for performing in front of an audience
  • Quote: "(On sci-fi) "I got a taste of that rabid fan base when I was on Smallville․ It's always good to know about your character when it's centered on a big mythology like this, but ultimately the fans will always know more than the actors, always․""
  • Known for playing Homicide Detective Luke Callaghan, a romantic interest for the protagonist in "Rookie Blue․"
  • Stepped into the public eye with his role as the main character's romantic rival in "Smallville․"
  • Stated that he was nothing like his popular, jealousy-plagued, football-playing character on "Smallville" when he was in high school
  • Voiced Sam Fisher in the video game "Splinter Cell: Blacklist․"

Awards

  • 1985Young Artist Award-Best Young Actor - Guest in a Television Series: nominated
  • 2001Gemini-Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Dramatic Program or Mini-Series: nominated
  • 2015Special Achievement Award-Best Ensemble, Television: winner