Alex O'Loughlin

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Recent Role:
Lieutenant Commander Steven J. 'Steve' McGarrett on Hawaii Five-0
Gender:
Male
Born:
8-24-1976
Birthplace:
Canberra, Australia
Birth Name:
Alexander O'Lachlan
AKA:
Alex O'Lachlan
Alex O'Loughlin was born and raised in Australia and has been acting professionally there for years. He stands about 6'2" and his nickname is 'Arod'. He is of Irish and Scottish decent and notes that his stepfather is Canadian. Alex's parents split when he was a young boy. His mother was a nurse and his father a teacher. He has one sister. He seldom had anything new because money was tight. He remembers feeling that he was disengaged from the world, until one of his earliest performances. He reported that when he the audience laughing, he finally felt connected. He attended the NationalMore Institute of Dramatic art and received in BA in Acting in 2002. His has some Scottish and Irish heritage in his family. Alex has a 10 year old son, Saxon, who is living in Australia. He started out doing theater work in Sydney and appeared in plays by Tolstoy and Chekhov. He began his TV career after graduating in the TV movie White Collar Blue. His first movie role was as Jack Flange in the movie Oyster Farm. This movie drew attention to him as an actor. He appeared in Blackjack: Sweet Science in 2004, a made-for-TV movie in which he played Luke Anderson. He also appeared in Love Bytes, another made-for-TV role. In 2005, he starred in Man-Thing, a horror film in which he played Deputy Eric Fraser. He teamed up with director Brett Leonard (from Man-Thing) to co-produce and write Feed. This is the story of a cyber serial killer force feeding women to death; he played the lead investigator Michael Carter. He appeared in the Australian mini-series, The Wonderful Journey of Mary Bryant. He played Will Bryant, Mary's husband, which was a hit in Australia.

In 2006, he played part of the "Kissing couple" in The Holiday. He continued to stay active in the theater. He appeared in many productions including, Country Music, Faust is Dead, Jarrabin, Face to Face and Saved. He won the role of the newest member of the Strike Team on FX's hit The Shield in 2007. This marked his US television debut. He played Kevin Hiatt. He was in several movies The Invisible (Marcus Bloom) and August Rush (Marshall)In 2008, he is stared in the CBS show Moonlight as Mick St. John, a vampire P.I., with the heart of a human. This show only lasted a season, but had a large cult like following. He also starred Whiteout, a film that is produced by Joel Silver (Moonlight producer). He founded a production company with Brett Leonard and a few friends. Their company is Honour Bright. After (Moonlight was canceled, Alex took a short break to Mexico and then went to Australia. In 2009, CBS found a new show for Alex, Three Rivers and he plays Dr. Andy Yablonski, a lead surgeon at a prestigious transplant hospital. This show last only nine episode before CBS canceled it. Alex guessed starred as Vincent on an episode of Criminal Minds. Alex went to work with Jennifer Lopez on The Back Up plan(Stan), which was released in 2010.

In 2010, CBS found a new project for Alex, the remake of Hawaii Five-0 in which he stars as Steven McGarrett. The show premiered on September 20, 2010 and is one of the best new shows of the season. In 2006, Alex met Holly Valance, when he did some construction work for a friend. They have been dating ever since. She is a well-known and respected actress and singer in Australia. They parted ways in 2009. In 2007, Alex's personal life became the center of attention when a rumor started stating he was the son of Bon Scott. Alex was initially flatter by the rumor that is until he talked with his parents. This was very unsettling with them and to him when he realized that his mother was being thought of in a negative way. He publicly announced at the 2007 TCA press tour panels that he was not the son of Bon Scott.

In 2010, he starred in The Back-Up Plan opposite Jennifer Lopez.

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  • Back Up Plan

    My 18 year old daughter just went to see this last night. That surprised me enough, but her comments that it was the "funniest thing ever seen, and that Alex guy is a really good actor. You'll love it, Mom!" surprised me even more, coming from her. She's usually a blood-and-guts movie go-er. More Her only other comment was that it would have been better with Sandra Bullock, but even JLo "didn't suck"...so there you go. The critic has spoken

    5 comments, last one Jan 4, 2011
  • Oyster Farmer with Alex

    I just recently watch the movie Oyster Farmer with Alex O'laughlin in it.I have seen better movies. I wouldn't't have watched it at all except he was in it. I would have stopped watching it after the first half hour or so but I wanted to see how he made out in the show. The movieMore seemed choppy and hard to follow a lot of the time. Maybe it was just me where I didn't like it from the beginning. I liked the parts with Alex of course, exspecially the shirtless parts. There is something about a man with tattoo's that I find totally sexy. To think there all his.He may have been a man of few words in the show but I think you have to be a very good actor to be able to express yourself without saying anything. What did you think of the movie and Alex's part and his acting?:P

    4 comments, last one Sep 30, 2010
  • The Latest on Alex

    News Concerning Alex posted on the Moonlight SciFi Board - where ML reruns are airing reply from Nathan, Alex's agent to lisaaussie

    17 comments, last one Mar 11, 2010
  • Alex O'Loughlin on list of 50 Hottest Hunks Ever :)

    Hiya ~ AOL Television has created their list of TV's 50 Hottest Hunks - Ever. Of course, they selected our Alex O'Loughlin! Woo Woo! You can not have a credible list of sexy actors without him. However, I do have an issue with them placing him at #49. I've posted the entry aboutMore Alex on my blogs for ya :) Of course, you can check the entire list on AOL TV's site........ http://television.aol.com/insidetv/2008/11/04/tvs-50-hottest-hunks-ever/ XO ~ Kandye "Oooo... you better hang on with both hands. It's sexy!" ~ Alex O'Loughlin My Alex O'Loughlin Fan Blog http://alexoloughlinfan.blogspot.com One easy mouse click will feed the hungry.... http://www.hungersite.com My Moonlight Fan Blog http://moonlightfan.blogspot.com

    1 comments, last one Dec 14, 2008
  • Alex O'Loughlin His Age?

    Did I read it right he was born in 1977. Well I know I read it right but can it be a typo? If he was born in 1977 that means he is 30 if my math is right. If that is the case boy do I feel old. I was born in 1973 making me well you can do the math. A woman's not going to give her age up withMore out a fight first. Anyway my point is this he seems wise beyond his young years in the acting business and he comes off as a seasoned actor on screen. The few interviews that I have seen he comes off quite down to earth. If Moonlight is any indication of his acting ability then he will be in demand for years to come. I just hope that he sticks with the show for as long as there are fans to watch it. Whats your take onhis age? That it compelled me topostin what can only be a new forum since there are no other posts.:P

    10 comments, last one Jul 21, 2008
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    Alex is sooo handsome!!! ,It's about time tv showed a new face. Not just a handsome face,but a good heart,& brains that match! Congratulations! Alex. you got yourself a hit.BTW, How tall is Dan-O? He looks very short next to the cast.l hide show

    Hawaii Five -O is a sure hit. The scenes are breath taking. Alex Mcloughlin almost has me believeing that this real. Except when hangs bad guys over the edge of a roof.(yikes). We all know that doesn't happen. It would be great to see more of him in tv future.:) congratulations to the creaters & producers of the show. Maybe in a future show, you can play the original score with the new one. So the newbies can see the original wave. I can't wait. for the Emmy's and The Golden Globes. If. you guys don't win, then I'll know the award shows are fixed.

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    A wonderful actor and a wonderful man. Warm and caring, handsome and dedicated, what more can you ask for? Funny too! That's the trifecta! hide show

    Just got back from seeing The Backup Plan, Alex's latest movie with Jennifer Lopez. What a wonderful movie! Romantic, clever, touching and funny! I walked out of the theater with a huge smile on my face. Alex plays Stan, the romantic interest for Jennifer Lopez's Zoe. He meets her the day she goes through artificial insemination on her own, because she hasn't found "the one" she'd want to spend her life with. That is, until she runs into Stan on a rainy afternoon when they both hail the same cab. Zoe has some trust issues, and Stan's a little freaked out by the thought of inheriting an entire family...you'll have to see the movie to find out more. You won't be sorry you went.

    And hot? Alex O'Loughlin burns up the screen! Want to find out more about Alex? Join us at 6 Degrees of Alex OLoughlin.com.

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    Alex has it all. hide show

    Alex is the kind of actor who puts everything into the characters he plays. I've seen most of his work and find that each character is vastly different from his previous characters. In my opinion he is destined to win some major awards for his work.
    I discovered him in Moonlight and fell in love with his character, Mick St John. I then checked out his other work and discovered he was the real deal.
    I'm looking forward to Three Rivers so I can discover a new character to fall in love with. Dr. Andy Yablonski should garner Alex some new fans. He deserves them. The rest of the world will discover what the Moonlight fans have known for a while, Alex rocks!

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    Alex O'Loughlin is a very versatile and talented actor. hide show

    Ever since the first episode of Moonlight I've been an Alex fan. I searched out his other work in movies and TV and was pleasantly rewarded with his wide range of talent in a myriad of roles. I've since learned he meticulously prepares for each character he plays, learning as much as he can and portraying the character with a rare depth and commitment which brings the character to life on the screen.

    The handsome, sexy Alex also has a kind-heart. He promotes various philanthropic causes through the characters he portrays. First with Moonlight, he supported the Red Cross in order to encourage more blood donation and now with his latest endeavor Three Rivers he is a member and supporter of Donate Life America to bring more awareness to the importance of organ donation to save lives.

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    Alex O'Loughlin is one of the most sensual actors I've ever seen on TV. He can say more with his eyes than other actors can with their whole bodies. But when he does speak that sexy voice of his makes a girl want to do things, if you know what I mean. hide show

    Alex O'Loughlin is one of the most sensual actors I have ever seen on network TV. He can say more with his eyes than other actors can with their whole bodies. But when he does speak that sexy, sultry voice of his makes a girl want to do things, if you know what I mean.

    He's not only a great actor but he's wonderful to his fans. I recently had the pleasure of meeting him in Pittsburgh during a break in filming a scene for his new show, Three Rivers. He was kind enough to pose for photographs and sign autographs for myself and another fan. He was totally sweet and funny and charming.

    He's also a very caring human being. During his stint in Moonlight, he became a spokesperson for the American Red Cross to encourage blood donation and now he's become a spokesperson for Donate Life to promote the issue of organ donation awareness.

    Alex is the best!

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