Eric Michael Cole was born in Sacramento, California, but spent his formative years in the Pacific Northwest. His inaugural film appearance was in the 1995 movie "Mr. Holland's Opus", which was soon followed by his breakthrough role as Dean Preston in Ridley Scott's critically acclaimed film "_White Squall_". Notably, Cole's subsequent appearances in television films, such as HBO Films' "Gia" (1998) alongside Angelina Jolie, further solidified his reputation as a talented young actor.
Throughout his career, Cole has made notable appearances in various television series, including "Sons of Anarchy" (2008),"Southland" (2009),and "Law & Order" (1990),as well as numerous feature films, such as "New Best Friend" (2002),"Trash" (2014),and "Sunken City" (2014). In addition to his acting endeavors, Cole has also ventured into producing, with notable credits including "In Memory of My Father" (2005) and "The Runaway" (2010).
As of 2015, Cole resides in Los Angeles, California, where he adheres to a strict vegetarian diet. A skilled craftsman, he continues to hone his acting skills under the guidance of his mentor, Maximillian Decker, at the renowned CM Acting Studio.
