Michael Traynor (actor)
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| Born | December 12, 1975 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, dancer |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Partner | Brooke Nevin (2005–present) |
| Children | 1 |
Michael Traynor (born December 12, 1975) is an American actor and dancer known for his roles on The Walking Dead, Rectify and The Fosters.
Career
[edit]Traynor began his career as a dancer, receiving dance scholarships and dancing professionally for a few years,[1] but after performing in a few small acting roles he decided to become an actor. His most notable roles are Nicholas on The Walking Dead,[2][3][4] George Melton on Rectify[5] and Craig on The Fosters.[6][7]
Personal life
[edit]Since 2005, Traynor has been in a relationship with Canadian actress Brooke Nevin.[8] In late April 2024, the couple welcomed their first child, a son.[9]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Juke Box Hero | Randall | |
| 2018 | The Thinning: New World Order | Mason King | Web Film |
| 2017 | Needlestick | Everett Barnard | |
| 2017 | Mope | Doug | |
| 2016 | The Thinning | Mason King | Web Film |
| 2016 | Ascension (VII) | Jason | |
| 2016 | Out West | Billy Hanson | |
| 2015 | Zelos | David | Short film |
| 2013 | Homefront | Junior DEA Agent | |
| 2013 | The Expressionless | Doctor | Short film |
| 2012 | Smiley | Smiley | |
| 2012 | Open House | George | Short film |
| 2011 | Painting in the Rain | Walter Derner III | |
| 2011 | This Is Not an Umbrella | The Red Man | Short film |
| 2010 | Per/Versions | Ethan | |
| 2009 | Tales from the Catholic Church of Elvis! | Timmy | |
| 2009 | A Perfect Getaway | Groomsman #1 | |
| 2008 | A Necessary Death | Michael | |
| 2007 | Don't Advertise | Trent Foxe | Short film |
| 2005 | Cabin 6 | Park Attendant | |
| 2003 | Cry Funny Happy | Wes |
Television
[edit]| Year | TV Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2016 | The Fosters | Craig | 7 Episodes |
| 2016 | Rosewood | Walter | Episode: Sudden Death & Shades Deep |
| 2015 | The Walking Dead | Nicholas | 7 Episodes |
| 2013–2014 | Rectify | George Melton | 5 Episodes |
| 2013 | BlackBoxTV | Weslyn | Episode: Girls on Ice |
| 2012 | Underwater | Len | Episode: You Got Perspective? |
| 2012 | Make It or Break It | Episode: Listen to the Universe | |
| 2010 | Trading Eights | Fast Eddie Adams | Episode: Take Five |
| 2008 | Imaginary Bitches | Waiter Guy | 2 Episodes |
| 2002 | NYPD Blue | Carjacker | Episode: You've Got Mail |
References
[edit]- ^ "Exclusive Interview with The Walking Dead Star Michael Traynor". talknerdywithus.com. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "The Walking Dead's' Josh McDermitt Reveals Steven Yeun Punched Michael Traynor Unintentionally During Rehearsal". www.designntrend.com. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "Michael Traynor Reacts to His Character's Death on The Walking Dead... And More: "It's All an Honor"". www.usmagazine.com. 26 October 2015. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "The Walking Dead: Michael Traynor provides intel on Nicholas' 'crisis of faith' and THAT scene". www.ew.com. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "6 questions with "rectify" star michael traynor (george melton)". www.sundance.tv. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "interview michael traynor". frenchywood.com. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ "The Fosters – Justify". starrymag.com. 4 August 2016. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ Michael Traynor [@traynorland] (September 19, 2017). "12 Years. You, @therealbrookenevin, continue to be my absolute everything" – via Instagram.
- ^ Michael Traynor [@therealbrookenevin] (May 24, 2024). "@therealbrookenevin and I have been ensorcelled by this wee wonder for a little while now, and we thought it time — with the celebration of his first full moon — to share the news of this charmer's arrival. We are delighted to introduce y'all to our son, Griffin!!..." – via Instagram.
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