Michael Hayden

Michael Hayden

61 · Born: Jul 28, 1963

1995

Personal Details

BornJul 28, 1963 St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Biography

Michael Hayden is a highly accomplished Olivier, Tony, and Drama Desk Award-nominated actor, writer, and director who has made a significant impact in both television and theatre. His impressive body of work has earned him numerous accolades, including the American Film Institute Best Actor Award for his portrayal of Billy in the independent film Charming Billy.

In television, Hayden has had a successful career, with multiple seasons as a series regular on Steven Bochco's Murder One, as well as guest starring appearances on popular shows such as Law and Order, EVIL, Chicago Fire, FBI: Most Wanted, and the mini-series Bella Mafia opposite the esteemed Vanessa Redgrave.

On the stage, Hayden has received critical acclaim for his performances, including an Olivier nomination for his portrayal of Billy Bigelow in Nicholas Hytner's groundbreaking production of Carousel at The Royal National Theatre of England, and again on Broadway alongside fellow Juilliard alum Audra McDonald. His Broadway credits are equally impressive, with a Tony nomination for his role as Oscar Rolfe in Judgement at Nuremberg opposite Maximillian Schell, as well as performances in Henry IV Parts I&II at Lincoln Center Theatre opposite Kevin Kline, Cabaret at Studio 54, and the 2019 revival of All My Sons opposite Annette Bening.

In addition to his Broadway credits, Hayden has also had success in New York theatre, with roles in The Signature Theatre revival of Lady from Dubuque opposite Jane Alexander and the Lincoln Center Theatre production of Dessa Rose opposite LaChanze. With a career spanning multiple decades, Michael Hayden has solidified himself as a talented and versatile performer, with a range that is truly impressive.

Career

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2018
Patient 001
Patient 001 as Leo/Husband
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2009
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1999
Charming Billy
Charming Billy as Jeremiah William 'Billy' Starkman
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1997
Bella Mafia
Bella Mafia as Michael Luciano
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1996
Murder One
Murder One as Chris Docknovich
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1995