William Beau Mirchoff (; born January 13, 1989) is an American and Canadian actor. Mirchoff is best known for playing Matty McKibben in the MTV series Awkward, Jamie Hunter in Good Trouble, and Ford Halstead in the Starz series Now Apocalypse.
Early life Mirchoff was born in Seattle, Washington. Two days later, he moved to his family's home in Victoria, British Columbia.
Career Mirchoff first got noticed for his role in the play Bubbly Stiltskin. His first feature was a supporting role in Scary Movie 4, playing 'Robbie Ryan'. He was a recurring character on the CBC series Heartland. He also landed a lead role in The Grudge 3. Mirchoff joined the cast of Desperate Housewives, playing Danny Bolen between 2009 and 2010."Desperate" Books Nordling, Mirchoff , Hollywood Reporter, July 10, 2009 He had supporting roles in the indie film The Secret Lives of Dorks and in the film I Am Number Four. Mirchoff starred as a lead in the MTV series Awkward. He played the role of Dominic in the Disney Channel film The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex. Beau was also seen as a recurring character on NBC's period drama Aquarius and in indie thriller Poker Night opposite Ron Perlman and Giancarlo Esposito. He is now known for playing the role of Jamie Hunter on The Fosters and now more recently their sister show, Good Trouble.
Personal life In August 2021, Mirchoff became engaged to psychologist Jenny Meinen. They have since ended their relationship.
In March 2024, Mirchoff graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences.
Filmography Film Year Title Role Notes 2006 Scary Movie 4 Robbie Ryan 2007 In the Land of Women Teenager Uncredited 2009 Andy 2011 I Am Number Four Drew 2013 The Secret Lives of Dorks Clark 2014 Born to Race: Fast Track Jake Kendall Poker Night Jeter 2015 Tell Tale Lies See You in Valhalla Johnny 2017 Flatliners Brad All Summers End Eric Turner 2022 Detective Knight: Rogue Casey Rhodes Detective Knight: Redemption Casey Rhodes 2023 Unicorn Boy Oak Voice role
Television Year Title Role Notes 2003 Romeo! Chase Episode: "He Got Blame" 2007–2008 Heartland Benjamine "Ben" Stillman Recurring role; 6 episodes 2009 Stranger with My Face Gordon Lambert Television film 2009–2010 Desperate Housewives Danny Bolen Supporting role; 18 episodes 2011 CSI: Miami Jared Hatch Episode: "Paint It Black" Tyler Episode: "Beef" 2011–2016 Awkward Matty McKibben Main role Teen Choice Awards TV Breakout Star: Male 2012 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Jake Pychan Episode: "Trends with Benefits" 2013 Dominic Television film 2015 Aquarius Rick Zondervan Recurring role; 3 episodes The Murder Pact Will Lasalle Television film 2017 Party Boat Jonathan Television film 2018 I'm Dying Up Here Saul Hudson 3 episodes The Fosters Jamie Hunter 3 episodes 2019–2024 Good Trouble Recurring role (seasons 1-2); main role (seasons 3-4); guest role (season 5) 2019 Now Apocalypse Ford Halstead Main role2021 Narcos: Mexico Steve Sheridan Recurring role; 4 episodes 2022 Hidden Gems Jack Hallmark Movie 2023 Ride Cash McMurray Main role 2024 The Finnish Line Cole Olsen Hallmark Movie 2025 Boots Sgt. Maitra 2 episodes2026A Little Park MusicRyanHallmark Movie
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