Jason George

Birth Name:

Jason Winston George

Birth Place:

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Profession

Actor, Director, Producer

Double majored in Drama and Rhetoric and Communication Studies at the University of Virginia and graduated from the institution in 1994
Had almost earned his MFA when he attended a casting call and won the part of "Michael Bourne," which forced him to put his degree on hold for some time, though he did eventually complete it
Thought about pursuing a career as a lawyer before he decided he wanted to be an actor
Has had roles in many series airing on ABC, including "What About Brian," "Eli Stone" and "Grey's Anatomy," and was cast as a regular in "Mistresses․"
Known for playing lifeguard Michael Bourne in the soap opera "Sunset Beach" and physical therapist J․T․ Hunter in "Eve․"
Served on the Board of Directors for Temple University's School of Communication and Theater and the American Federation of Television & Radio Artists
Casting directors for "Sunset Beach" saw more than 14,000 men for the role of Michael Bourne during a nationwide talent search before choosing him
Knows how to dance, juggle, tumble and perform martial arts
Some of his favorite athletic activities are track and football
Studied the arts of stage combat and fight choreography

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