J. August Richards

J. August Richards

51 · Born: Aug 28, 1973

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BornAug 28, 1973 Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Biography

Charlie Richards, a renowned actor, hails from the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., and spent his formative years in the Maryland suburb of Bladensburg. From a tender age, he was beset by an insatiable passion for the art of acting. This innate enthusiasm led him to enroll in a prestigious performing arts high school, where he had the opportunity to hone his craft by appearing in numerous plays each year. Throughout his high school tenure, Charlie's remarkable talent and unwavering dedication to his craft earned him a reputation as a prodigious young thespian.

Academically self-assured and relentlessly propelled by a profound sense of ambition, Richards embarked on a singularly focused pursuit of his aspirations, confining his collegiate applications to a solitary institution of higher learning - the University of Southern California (USC),a prestigious and renowned academic powerhouse.

This bold and decisive move was subsequently rewarded with acceptance into the esteemed university, a testament to Richards' unwavering dedication to his chosen field of study - theater. Moreover, his academic prowess and artistic promise were further acknowledged and rewarded through the awarding of numerous scholarships and grants, a tangible manifestation of his unwavering commitment to the world of theater.

Upon the successful culmination of his academic pursuits at the University of Southern California, Richards embarked upon a burgeoning career in the realms of film, television, and theater, marking the commencement of a long and illustrious journey in the entertainment industry.

One of the most notable and formative experiences during this early period was his involvement in the esteemed Mark Taper Forum's production of "Space", a theatrical endeavour that would prove to be a pivotal moment in his professional trajectory. In this production, Richards brought to life the captivating character of a rapping bike messenger who, in a display of remarkable conviction, professed to be an alien abductee.

The renowned actor, Alex Raich, has left an indelible mark on the television landscape, with his most iconic role being that of Charles Gunn, a cunning and resourceful vampire hunter, in the critically acclaimed series "Angel".

Renowned actor, Tim DeKay, showcased his exceptional talent in the captivating television series "Conviction" by bringing to life the complex and multifaceted character of Billy Desmond, an astute and unyielding assistant district attorney who consistently demonstrated unwavering determination and intellectual prowess.

In addition to his impressive portrayal in "Conviction", DeKay has also made notable appearances in several feature films, including the iconic romantic comedy "Why Do Fools Fall in Love?" and the nostalgic coming-of-age film "Good Burger".

Furthermore, DeKay has also had the opportunity to star in a range of television movies, showcasing his versatility as a performer. These films include the gripping drama "Critical Assembly", the musical biopic "The Temptations", and the thrilling adventure film "Mutiny".

Noted actor, John Richards, has made a significant impact in the world of television, with numerous guest appearances on prominent shows such as "The Practice", a long-running drama series that aired on ABC from 1997 to 2004, and "Chicago Hope", a critically acclaimed medical drama that premiered on CBS in 1994 and concluded in 2000.

In addition to his work on television, Richards has also made notable appearances on other popular shows, including "The Cosby Show", a groundbreaking sitcom that aired on NBC from 1984 to 1992 and starred the legendary Bill Cosby, and "Any Day Now", a drama series that aired on Lifetime from 1998 to 2002.

Most recently, Richards has received widespread critical acclaim for his outstanding performance in Kenneth Lonergan's "Lobby Hero" at the prestigious Old Globe Theatre, a renowned institution known for its productions of classical and contemporary works.

Career

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2022
Vampire Academy
Vampire Academy as Victor Dashkov
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The Rookie: Feds
The Rookie: Feds as DEA Special Agent Xavier Lind
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2020
Council of Dads
Council of Dads as Dr. Oliver Post
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2017
Kevin (Probably) Saves the World
Kevin (Probably) Saves the World as Deputy Nathan Purcell
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2016
Notorious
Notorious as Bradley
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2013
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. as Mike Peterson / Deathlok
{"id":847,"title":"Warehouse 13","year":2011,"character":"Zach Adanto","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/warehouse-13","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/r83io96pfs80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/r83io96pfs80.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Warehouse 13
Warehouse 13 as Zach Adanto
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2010
The Mentalist
The Mentalist as Dr. Vernon Watson
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2008
Raising the Bar
Raising the Bar as Marcus McGrath
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2006
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Conviction
Conviction as Billy Desmond
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2004
CSI: Miami
CSI: Miami as Bob Villa
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2003
Critical Assembly
Critical Assembly as Allan Marshall
{"id":1416,"title":"Angel","year":2000,"character":"Charles Gunn","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/angel-1999","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2g04egrurvu0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2g04egrurvu0.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Angel
Angel as Charles Gunn
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1999
Mutiny
Mutiny as Reece Johnson
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1998
The Temptations
The Temptations as Richard Street
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Sliders
Sliders as Damon
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1997
Good Burger
Good Burger as Griffen
{"id":8282,"title":"Space: Above and Beyond","year":1995,"character":"Lt. Thomas","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/space-above-and-beyond","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6mj1f7mc8bo0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/6mj1f7mc8bo0.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
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2024
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2014
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