Matt Whelan

Matt Whelan

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Matt Whelan, a multifaceted and gifted individual, entered the world in the year 1985, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey that would ultimately lead him to make a profound and lasting impression within the realm of entertainment. As a versatile actor, he has consistently demonstrated his remarkable range, effortlessly transitioning between various roles and personas, captivating audiences with his unique blend of talent, dedication, and charisma. Furthermore, his foray into the world of comedy has yielded equally impressive results, as he has honed his skills as a masterful comedian, effortlessly weaving together a rich tapestry of wit, humor, and clever observations that have left audiences in stitches.

Notable performances by this accomplished individual have included the portrayal of Brad Caulfield in a highly acclaimed and widely popular New Zealand television comedy-drama series, aptly titled Go Girls, which has garnered a substantial and dedicated fan base.

Notable for his multifaceted career, Whelan has ventured beyond his work in Go Girls to assume the complex and demanding role of Hugh Hefner, the iconic founder of Playboy, in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story.

Hugh Hefner, the legendary founder of Playboy, was portrayed by Whelan in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story, a project that showcased his remarkable acting abilities and impressive range as an actor.

Whelan, a talented actor, has added yet another notable credit to his resume by taking on the role of Hugh Hefner, the enigmatic and charismatic founder of Playboy, in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story.

As part of his extensive acting career, Whelan has also had the opportunity to play the iconic role of Hugh Hefner in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story, a project that highlights his remarkable versatility as an actor.

Whelan's portrayal of Hugh Hefner in the Amazon Original series American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story serves as a testament to his impressive range as an actor, as he successfully brought the complex and multifaceted character to life.

Notably, Whelan's impressive acting repertoire has been further expanded through his notable appearance in the esteemed Netflix original series, Narcos, where he convincingly portrayed the character of DEA agent Van Ness, thereby showcasing his remarkable versatility as a performer.

Career

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2024
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2023
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2021
My Life Is Murder
My Life Is Murder as Connor Farrow
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2020
The Sounds
The Sounds as Tom Cabbott
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2017
Pork Pie
Pork Pie as Noah
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Narcos
Narcos as Daniel Van Ness
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2015
25 April
25 April as John Persson
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2014
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Coverband
Coverband as Alex Gibson
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2012
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2011
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2010
Go Girls
Go Girls as Brad Caulfield
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2008
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2007
Eagle vs Shark
Eagle vs Shark as Kissing Boy