Thomas Calabro Biography

Fast Facts

• Was nominated for the 2007 Schockerfest International Film Festival Best Actor Award
• Graduated from Fordham University in New York City and began his acting career in theater with various roles in New York, becoming a member of the Actors Studio and the Circle Repertory Company soon after with fellow actor Denzel Washington
• Quote: "(On reprising his role of Dr․ Michael Mancini) "With the notoriety of being so identified with Michael Mancini; it's a blessing and a curse․ They're going to see you in that kind of role moving forward․ In the 15 years of previous work․․․ no one thinks of me that way․""
• Known for his portrayal of Dr․ Michael Mancini on "Melrose Place," and was the only member to stay on the show through its entire run from 1992 to 1999
• After his starring role on "Melrose Place," has appeared in recurring roles on CBS series' "Without a Trace" and "Touched by an Angel" and on FX series "Nip/Tuck," also guest starring in "CSI:NY" and "Castle․"
• Reprised his role of Dr․ Michael Mancini on the CW remake of "Melrose Place․"
• Attended the same university as actor Denzel Washington, and gained popularity after Washington dropped out of the school production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and he took over the lead role of Oberon