Alan Ritchson Biography
Alan Ritchson is an American actor. He made his debut in the acting world by taking on the role of Aquaman / Arthur Curry on The CW superhero series Smallville, where he served as a guest star from the fifth to the tenth seasons. His recognition grew with his portrayal of Thad Castle in the Spike TV sitcom Blue Mountain State, a character he revisited in the 2016 film sequel. Additionally, he headlined the SyFy action series Blood Drive. In 2018, Ritchson returned to the realm of superhero television, playing Hank Hall / Hawk on the DC Universe / HBO Max series Titans. However, he departed from Titans in 2021 and, in 2022, assumed the role of the title character in the Amazon Prime Video series Reacher.
Alan Ritchson Age| Birthday
How old is Ritchson? He is around 41 years old as of 2023. He was born on November 28, 1982, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States.
Alan Ritchson Education
Ritchson completed his high school education at Niceville High School and graduated in 2001. Between 1999 and 2003, he enrolled as a dual-enrollment student, earning an Associate of Arts degree at Okaloosa Walton Community College, which is now known as Northwest Florida State College.
Alan Ritchson Height|Weight
He stands on an average height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs around 70kgs.
Alan Ritchson Family
Ritchson was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He is the middle child among three boys. His mother, Vickie Ritchson, is a high school teacher, while his father, David Ritchson, is a retired U.S. Air Force chief master sergeant.
Alan Ritchson Wife|Married
Ritchson is happily married to his wife Catherine. However, he has not revealed more information regarding his wife. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Alan Ritchson Children| kids
Ritchson and his wife Catherine are blessed with three children. However, he has not revealed more information regarding his children. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Alan Ritchson Career
Ritchson gained public attention in 2004 when he participated in American Idol as one of the top 87 contestants during the third season, although he was eventually eliminated in Hollywood. His memorable appearance on the show included a striptease in one episode, charming judge Paula Abdul. His television acting career encompasses various roles, including a recurring guest star as Arthur Curry (Aquaman) on Smallville, a small part as an army officer in the 2006 Hallmark Channel movie Though None Go with Me, and the character Lucian Manet in the 2009 Lifetime original film Nora Roberts’ Midnight Bayou.
Notably, his portrayal of Aquaman in Smallville marked the first time the character appeared in an officially licensed live-action production. Ritchson reprised the role in the final season of the show. In 2010, he took on the main role of Thad Castle in Spike TV’s Blue Mountain State, a character who is the captain of a college football team. He remained with the show until its cancellation after the third season in February 2012. Ritchson’s television journey also included appearances on shows like Head Case, CSI: Miami, and 90210. He became a regular on the NBC variety show I Can Do That in 2015 and appeared in an episode of the anthology series Black Mirror in 2016.
In 2017, he played the main character in the Syfy series Blood Drive. The following year, Ritchson portrayed Hank Hall / Hawk in the DC Universe series Titans, initially signing on for two episodes but later becoming a series regular for the second season. However, he was eventually written out of the series as part of a decision to reduce the number of characters. In 2020, Ritchson was announced as the actor set to portray Jack Reacher in an eponymous series on Amazon Prime.
Films
Ritchson’s film roles include a part in the 2006 movie The Butcher and a minor role in Fired Up! in 2009. Notably, in 2007, director Robert Zemeckis utilized Ritchson for the facial image, physique, and movement of actor Ray Winstone, who played the title character in Beowulf. In The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013), Ritchson took on the role of Gloss, a tribute in the 75th Hunger Games. He also portrayed Raphael in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a reboot of the film series. However, Ritchson later criticized the producers of the new TMNT live-action films, accusing them of mistreatment toward him and other actors portraying the turtles during and after filming.
Ritchson appeared in the Blue Mountain State movie, Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland. He co-starred in the science fiction comedy Lazer Team, Rooster Teeth Production’s first feature-length film, in January 2016. Additionally, he played a significant role in The Wedding Ringer. In 2018, Ritchson assumed the roles of director, co-writer, and producer for Dark Web: Cicada 3301, a comedy-thriller film inspired by the organization of the same name. He also co-starred as an NSA agent in the film. Dark Web: Cicada 3301, the first original project of Phreaker Films, a film fund founded by Ritchson, had its rights acquired by Lionsgate in 2020 and was digitally released on March 12, 2021. Furthermore, in 2022, Ritchson joined the cast of Fast X.
Movies and Television Shows
Movies
- The Butcher
- Steam
- Rex
- Fired Up!
- The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- The Wedding Ringer
- Lazer Team
- Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows
- Office Uprising
- Above the Shadows
- The Turkey Bowl
- Ghosts of War
- Dark Web: Cicada 3301
- Fast X
- Ordinary Angels
- The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Television Shows
- American Idol
- Smallville
- Though None Go with Me
- Head Case
- Midnight Bayou
- Blue Mountain State
- CSI: Miami
- 90210
- Fred: The Show
- Hawaii Five-0
- The Rebels
- Titans
- Alexa & Katie
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine
- Supergirl
- Legends of Tomorrow
- Reacher
Alan Ritchson Salary|Net Worth
Ritchson has an estimated salary ranging between $70,000 – $125,000 and has an estimated net worth of $1 Million -$5 Million which he earns from his career.
Frequently asked questions about Ritchson
Who is Ritchson?
Alan Ritchson is an American actor. He made his debut in the acting world by taking on the role of Aquaman / Arthur Curry on The CW superhero series Smallville, where he served as a guest star from the fifth to the tenth seasons. His recognition grew with his portrayal of Thad Castle in the Spike TV sitcom Blue Mountain State, a character he revisited in the 2016 film sequel. Additionally, he headlined the SyFy action series Blood Drive. In 2018, Ritchson returned to the realm of superhero television, playing Hank Hall / Hawk on the DC Universe / HBO Max series Titans. However, he departed from Titans in 2021 and, in 2022, assumed the role of the title character in the Amazon Prime Video series Reacher.
Is Ritchson Married?
Ritchson is happily married to his wife Catherine. However, he has not revealed more information regarding his wife. This information is under review and will be available soon.
Where does Ritchson Live?
He lives in Florida together with his wife and three children.
