Shawn Christian
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 18, 1965 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
- Active Years
- 1968–2022 (55 Years)
- Total Credits
- 61 credits in database
Biography
Shawn Patrick Christian is an American television and film actor born on December 18, 1965, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After graduating from Ferris State University in 1989 with a degree in Marketing, he moved to Chicago to pursue acting. In Chicago, he starred in numerous stage productions, appeared in commercials, and worked with the improvisational company Improv Olympic. In 1994, he became the first male spokesman on Star Search and landed the role of Mike Kasnoff on the television show As the World Turns, remaining on the series until 1997 while relocating to Los Angeles. From 1998 through 1999, he appeared in a recurring role on the television series Charmed as Josh, the love interest of Piper Halliwell.
Career overview
Shawn Patrick Christian, born December 18, 1965, is an American television and film actor. A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, he graduated from Ferris State University in 1989 with a degree in Marketing. Following his graduation, he relocated to Chicago to begin his acting career. In Chicago, he appeared in numerous stage productions, started working in commercials, and performed on stage with the improvisational company Improv Olympic.
In 1994, he became the first male spokesman on Star Search. That same year, he secured the role of Mike Kasnoff on the television series As the World Turns, remaining on the show until 1997. While working on the series, he relocated to Los Angeles. Later, from 1998 through 1999, he held a recurring role on the television series Charmed, playing Josh, the love interest of the character Piper Halliwell.
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Full Filmography
61 titles- Dangerous Cheaters (2022) as Steve
- The Experience (2019) as Peter Evans
- Love in the Sun (2019) as Micah
- Love in the Sun (2019) Story
- Ruby Herring Mysteries: Silent Witness (2019) as John Herring
- Last Seen in Idaho (2019) as Lance
- The Rookie (2018) as Jeremy Hawke
- Magnum P.I. (2018) as Cole Graham
- Instakiller (2018) as Derek
- Mommy Be Mine (2018) as Steve
- Unwritten Obsession (2017) as Paul Walsh
- Savannah Sunrise (2016) as Phil Miles
- Hidden Truth (2016) as Michael
- Chicago Med (2015) as Miles Henderson
- Spanners (2015) as adam parr
- Steve Harvey (2012) as Self
- Small Town Saturday Night (2010) as Tommy Carson
- Secrets of the Mountain (2010) as Tom Kent
- Meet Dave (2008) as Lieutenant Left Arm
- Mating Dance (2008) as Ken
- The Last Chance (2008) as Kelly
- Shark (2006) as Kerry Conklin
- Runaway (2006) as Dr. Fisher
- For Your Consideration (2006) as Pilgrim Man
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Wyatt Hawkins
- Million Dollar Murder (2005) as Danny Pelosi
- Hot Properties (2005)
- Murder in the Hamptons (2005) as Danny Pelosi
- CSI: NY (2004) as Ryan Chisholm
- Boston Legal (2004) as Tim Bauer
- Summerland (2004) as Johnny Durant
- Las Vegas (2003) as Derek Stephenson
- 10-8: Officers on Duty (2003) as Stephen James
- Happy Family (2003) as Darren
- Coupling (2003) as Thad
- Undercover Christmas (2003) as Jake Cunningham
- CSI: Miami (2002) as Carl Silvers
- Birds of Prey (2002) as Wade Brixton
- Haunted (2002)
- Red Skies (2002) as David Cross
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Adam Flynn
- The Chronicle (2001)
- Tremors 3: Back to Perfection (2001) as Desert Jack Sawyer
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Patrick Haynes / Chad Matthews
- Beautiful (2000) as Wink Hendricks
- Time of Your Life (1999)
- Charmed (1998) as Josh
- V.I.P. (1998) as Michael Ellins
- Will & Grace (1998) as Travis
- Love Boat: The Next Wave (1998) as Nick
- Wind on Water (1998)
- Pacific Palisades (1997)
- Spin City (1996) as Santa Claus
- Men Behaving Badly (1996) as The Plumber
- Malcolm & Eddie (1996)
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Grant
- Friends (1994) as Dr. Schiff
- Ellen (1994) as Danny
- Step by Step (1991)
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Wayne
- One Life to Live (1968)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Shawn Christian best known for?
Shawn Christian is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Last Seen in Idaho (2019), The Rookie (2018), Magnum P.I. (2018), Instakiller (2018).
When and where was Shawn Christian born?
Shawn Christian was born on December 18, 1965 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA.
How many credits does Shawn Christian have?
Shawn Christian has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1968 to 2022.
What is Shawn Christian's background in cinema and television?
Shawn Patrick Christian is an American television and film actor born on December 18, 1965, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. After graduating from Ferris State University in 1989 with a degree in Marketing, he moved to Chicago to pursue acting. In Chicago, he starred in numerous stage productions, appeared in commercials, an...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Rookie (2018) as Jeremy Hawke — aged about 52
- Friends (1994) as Dr. Schiff — aged about 28
- Chicago Med (2015) as Miles Henderson — aged about 49
- The Chronicle (2001) — aged about 35
- Charmed (1998) as Josh — aged about 32
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Wyatt Hawkins — aged about 39
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