Joseph Morgan Biography

Fast Facts

• Is a supporter of the charity Positive Women, which helps women and children in Swaziland who are affected by HIV/AIDS
• Was nominated for three Teen Choice Awards for Choice TV Villain for "The Vampire Diaries" in 2011, 2012, and 2013
• Won the TV Guide Award for Favorite Villain for "The Vampire Diaries" in 2013
• Graduated from the Central School of Speech and Drama with a degree in Acting
• Made his acting debut in the 2003 film "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World․"
• Best known for his role as Klaus in "The Vampire Diaries" and "The Originals" and as Lysander in "Immortals․"
• Wrote, produced, and directed the 2013 short film "Revelation" starring Persia White, one of his "The Vampire Diaries" co-stars
• Appeared in stage productions of "Joe Guy" and "Telstar․"