Blake Heron was born on January 11th, 1982, in Massapequa, New York, located on Long Island. At the tender age of 7, he made a significant move to Marietta, Georgia, where his passion for movies and acting was already taking shape. This was the catalyst for him to secure his first agent at the esteemed Kiddin' Around agency in Atlanta, marking the beginning of his professional journey.
Blake's early career was marked by a string of successful commercials and modeling gigs, which laid the groundwork for his future endeavors. His first major project was a miniseries on TNT, Andersonville, which told the story of the Civil War prison camp of the same name. This role was a significant milestone in his career, and it wasn't long before he made the bold decision to relocate to Los Angeles to further pursue his dreams.
Upon arriving in L.A., Blake quickly established himself with a new agent and manager, and his career continued to flourish. He landed guest star roles on various TV shows, as well as parts in feature films and movies of the week. His breakthrough role came at the age of 12, when he starred in the film Shiloh (1996) as Marty Preston. The movie received widespread acclaim, and Blake's performance earned him a Young Artist Award for Best Performance as a leading young actor.
Throughout his teenage years and early twenties, Blake continued to appear in numerous TV shows, taking on guest star, recurring, and series regular roles. He also starred in a variety of feature films, showcasing his impressive range and versatility as an actor.
In recent years, Blake has taken on a more edgy direction in his career, opting for roles that convey a sense of danger and intensity. However, he has also continued to portray compassionate and understanding characters, demonstrating his ability to adapt to a wide range of roles. His recent credits include guest star roles on shows such as NCIS: New Orleans, Criminal Minds, and FX's Snowfall, as well as appearances in various feature films. One of his upcoming projects, A Thousand Junkies (2017),is set to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in April 2017.
