Eric Johnson
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