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Halil Özşan (/ˈoʊzæn/;[2] born 26 October 1976), known professionally as Hal Ozsan, is a Turkish Cypriot actor. As an actor, he came to prominence for his role as Todd Carr in Dawson's Creek. He has gone on to appear in various series regular and recurring roles on shows such as Jessica Jones, NCIS: New Orleans, The Blacklist, Graceland, Impastor, 90210, and Kyle XY.[3]
Key Information
As a screenwriter and producer, he is known for being co-executive producer and co-writer of the Viceland comedy What Would Diplo Do? starring his Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek.[4]
Ozsan fronted the band Poets and Pornstars as a musician until 2008, with his music featured in such media as Californication and So You Think You Can Dance.
Early life
[edit]Ozsan was born to Turkish Cypriot parents in Famagusta, Cyprus.[5] At the age of three, he moved to England with his family and was raised in the London suburb of Havering.[5] At the age of 11, he gained admission to Brentwood School, receiving a distinction for drama.[6]
Career
[edit]Ozsan moved to the United States in the 1990s, where he began working in films and television. His first major recognition for a recurring role was as Todd Carr in Dawson's Creek, followed by a main role in the miniseries Fallen and a recurring role in Kyle XY.[3] Ozsan's first film appearance was in the film S1m0ne.[5] He was the singer-songwriter for the rock band Poets and Pornstars; in 2008, he left the band to return to acting full-time.[6] His songs have appeared in several films and television shows, including Californication, So You Think You Can Dance, Little Athens and Undead or Alive.[7] Many other television shows and films were to follow.
In 2017, he became the co-executive producer and co-writer of the critically acclaimed Viceland comedy series What Would Diplo Do?, reuniting with his Dawson's Creek co-star James Van Der Beek.[8]
Personal life
[edit]On 16 October 2020, Ozsan eloped with makeup artist and hair stylist Ashley Kucich.[9] Ozsan filed for divorce in 2021.[10]
In July 2023, Ozsan announced that he was engaged to former fashion model[11] Sarah Canning, to whom he proposed with the aid of British comedian David Walliams at the Mediterranean Film Festival.[12] Ozsan and Canning had been dating since 2022.[citation needed]
They were married on 14 December 2023 in the Marylebone neighborhood of London.[13]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Simone | Hotel concierge | |
| 2004 | Helter Skelter | Joey Dimarco | Television film |
| 2005 | Guy in Row Five | Billy | |
| 2006 | Caffeine | Dude | |
| 2007 | Redline | Mike Z | |
| 2007 | Children of Wax | Hakan | |
| 2010 | Groupie | Travis Bellamy | |
| 2011 | The Back-Up Bride | Serge Prozorofsky | also known as Head Over Spurs in Love |
| 2011 | Peach Plum Pear | Nils Hutchinson | |
| 2012 | For the Love of Money | Abe | |
| 2014 | Betrayed | Jonathan | |
| 2014 | Layover | Tom | |
| 2014 | Private Number | Michael Lane | |
| 2020 | Last Moment of Clarity | Vince | |
| 2020 | Infidel | Ramzi |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Felicity | Long-haired guy | Episode: "Revolutions" |
| 2000 | Felicity | Student, stoner guy | Episode: "Running Mates" |
| 2000 | Jesse | Dawson | Episode: "First Blood" |
| 2001 | Providence | Rolando | Episode: "Big Night" |
| 2001 | FreakyLinks | Jamie Hallowell | Episode: "Subject: Still I Rise" |
| 2001 | Grounded for Life | Jerry | Episode: "You Can't Always Get What You Want" |
| 2001 | Nash Bridges | Eric | Episode: "Blood Bots" |
| 2001 | Six Feet Under | Man in flower shop | Episode: "Life's Too Short" |
| 2001–2003 | Dawson's Creek | Todd Carr | 12 episodes |
| 2002 | Roswell | Adam Chase | Episode: "Ch-Ch-Changes" |
| 2003 | Fastlane | Oliver Jax | Episode: "Dosed" |
| 2003 | Dragnet | N/a | Episode: "The Magic Bullet" |
| 2004 | The Division | Sheryl's manager | Episode: "The Box" |
| 2005 | CSI: Miami | Brandon Pace | Episode: "Game Over" |
| 2006 | CSI: NY | Tony DeLuca | Episode: "Open and Shut" |
| 2007 | Fallen | Azazel | Miniseries; 4 episodes |
| 2008 | Shark | Donny Garland | Episode: "One Hit Wonder" |
| 2008 | Californication | Ronny Praeger | 3 episodes |
| 2008 | The Unit | Raheem | Episode: "Shadow Riders" |
| 2009 | Kyle XY | Michael Cassidy | 10 episodes |
| 2009 | Without a Trace | Wyatt Brody | Episode: "Skeletons" |
| 2009 | Supernatural | Patrick | Episode: "The Curious Case of Dean Winchester" |
| 2010–2011 | 90210 | Miles Cannon | 12 episodes |
| 2010 | Hawthorne | Dr. Andrew Lee | Episode: "Picture Perfect" |
| 2010 | Melissa & Joey | Dylan | Episode: "Boy Toys 'R' Us" |
| 2011 | Suits | Jones Debeque | Episode: "Play the Man" |
| 2012 | White Collar | Gordon Taylor | Episode: "Stealing Home" |
| 2012 | Bones | Jocco Kent | Episode: "The Suit on the Set" |
| 2012 | Make It or Break It | Dr. Andrew Walker | 2 episodes |
| 2012 | Hollywood Heights | Nick Lynch | Episode: "Max Looks for Answers" |
| 2012 | Beauty & the Beast | Chris Miller | Episode: "Trapped" |
| 2013 | The Mentalist | Harry Clarkson | Episode: "Days of Wine and Roses" |
| 2013 | True Blood | King Charles II | Episode: "In the Evening" |
| 2013 | Major Crimes | Bruce | Episode: "Poster Boy" |
| 2013 | Sons of Anarchy | Kia Ghanezi | Episode: "Straw" |
| 2014 | Bad Teacher | Navid | Episode: "Nix the Fat Week" |
| 2014 | Hieroglyph | Bek Penroy | Episode: "Pilot" |
| 2014 | The Blacklist | Ezra | 5 episodes |
| 2015 | Young & Hungry | Charles D'Arby | Episode: "Young & Part Two" |
| 2015 | Impastor | Kenny Banderas | 3 episodes |
| 2015 | Graceland | Germaine Marsden | 4 episodes |
| 2016 | Lucifer | Sergei | 1 episode |
| 2016 | Code Black | Viktor | Episode: "The Fifth Stage" |
| 2016 | The Clan of the Cave Bear | Brun | Pilot |
| 2018 | Jessica Jones | Griffin Sinclair | 6 episodes |
| 2018 | The Resident | Nigel Sutton | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Deception | Mikhail Koslov | Episode: "Forced Perspective" |
| 2018 | Hit the Floor | O'Malik | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Magnum P.I. | Jack Candler | Episode: "Six Paintings, One Frame" |
| 2019–2020 | NCIS: New Orleans | Ryan Porter | 7 episodes |
| 2022 | The Guardians of Justice | News Anchor Van Dawson | 7 episodes |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The Online Gamer | Mark | 4 episodes |
| 2011 | Level 26: Dark Revelations | Labyrinth / Julian Blair | 7 episodes |
| 2012 | Cybergeddon | Jessop | Episode: "McCluskey" |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Killzone: Shadow Fall | Gresham | Voice |
References
[edit]- ^ "Hal Ozsan". Facebook. 11 June 2015. Archived from the original on 26 February 2022. Retrieved 26 March 2016.
- ^ "Hal Ozsan Interview HD" on YouTube
- ^ a b NY Daily News (8 March 2011). "'Dawson's Creek': Where are they now?:Hal Ozsan (Todd Carr)". New York. Archived from the original on 12 June 2018. Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- ^ "What Would Diplo Do? - IMDbPro".
- ^ a b c Star Kibris. "Al Pacino ile aynı sahneyi paylaştı!". Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- ^ a b Hurriyet (March 2010). "Hollywood'da kendine hatırı sayılır bir kariyer yapmış bir Türk aktör Hal Ozsan". Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- ^ MTV. "Poets & Pornstars". MTV. Archived from the original on 2 May 2008. Retrieved 15 June 2011.
- ^ "What Would Diplo Do?: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes.
- ^ Ozsan, Hal. "Eloped". Instagram.
- ^ "HAL OZSAN Vs. ASHLEY CHRISTINE OZSAN". Retrieved 1 July 2023.
- ^ https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid03413Fv1zUFRVpQwCKWQteJmRKQ1XJNj8iSL8LPTkM1AF3HyicbAxUjpYxrg8iuPQGl&id=1083270006
- ^ Ozsan, Hal (1 July 2023). "When you fall in love with a woman as epic as @scanning the proposal better be just as epic. (A hundred thanks to @dwalliams for being in cahoots and @jillmorganx for being a total genius and @danielamelchior and @saravendeiroo for shooting it!) Today is a very very great day". Instagram. Retrieved 1 July 2023.
- ^ Ozsan, Hal (15 December 2023). "December 14th, 2023 ♾️". Instagram. Retrieved 16 December 2023.
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Hal Ozsan
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Early life
Family background and childhood
Hal Ozsan, born Halil Özşan on October 26, 1976, in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus, was the child of Turkish Cypriot parents.[3][5] At the age of three, in 1979, his family emigrated to the United Kingdom.[5] Ozsan spent his formative years in the East London suburb of Havering.[3][6]Education
Hal Ozsan attended Brentwood School in Essex, England, beginning his secondary education there in 1988 at the age of 12.[7] The independent school, known for its strong emphasis on arts and academics, provided a formative environment during his teenage years through 1995.[7] During his studies, Ozsan achieved notable recognition in the performing arts, earning a school distinction tie for drama.[6] He further demonstrated his talent by co-writing and co-starring in a play that won the Mayor of Essex's award, highlighting his early aptitude for creative storytelling and performance.[6] Ozsan's exposure to theater and performing arts was deepened through the school's drama programs, which encouraged participation in productions and honed his skills in acting and script development.[6] These experiences, building on his childhood relocation from Northern Cyprus to the United Kingdom, shaped his passion for the stage.[3] Upon completing his education at Brentwood School in the mid-1990s, Ozsan decided to pursue acting as a profession.[6]Career
Acting breakthrough and television roles
Ozsan relocated to Los Angeles in the late 1990s to pursue a career in acting, drawing on his prior experiences in theater and music from his time in the United Kingdom.[6] This move marked a pivotal shift, as he quickly secured guest and recurring roles in American television shortly after arriving.[4] His acting breakthrough came with the recurring role of Todd Carr, a brash and outspoken British film director, on the WB teen drama Dawson's Creek from 2001 to 2003, appearing in 12 episodes across the final two seasons. The character, introduced as a disruptive force in Joey Potter's college life, showcased Ozsan's ability to portray a charismatic yet abrasive antagonist, earning him his first significant recognition in Hollywood.[8] Following this, Ozsan took on recurring roles such as the antagonist Azazel in the ABC miniseries Fallen (2007, 4 episodes) and teacher Miles Canon in 90210 (2010–2011, 5 episodes). He then transitioned from his earlier music endeavors to focus more intensively on on-screen performances.[4] Ozsan continued building his television profile with recurring roles in genre series, including Michael Cassidy, the enigmatic leader of a secretive organization, on the ABC Family sci-fi drama Kyle XY in 2009, spanning 10 episodes of the third season. He also appeared as King Charles II in a guest capacity on HBO's True Blood in 2013, contributing to the supernatural drama's exploration of vampire politics in one episode.[9] In the mid-2010s, Ozsan took on further recurring parts, such as Germaine Marsden, a sophisticated criminal figure, on USA Network's Graceland in 2015, appearing in four episodes of the third season. He portrayed Kenny Banderas, a slick ex-boyfriend, on TV Land's comedy Impastor the same year, in three episodes.[10] Later appearances included Griffin Sinclair, a suave news anchor entangled in personal intrigue, on Netflix's Jessica Jones in 2018, across four episodes of the second season. Ozsan's television work extended into procedural and action formats with the role of Ryan Porter, a separated husband navigating family tensions, on CBS's NCIS: New Orleans from 2019 to 2020, recurring in three episodes including "Vindicta," "Trust Me," and "Pride and Prejudice." His most recent notable TV role was as news anchor Van Dawson on Netflix's animated superhero satire The Guardians of Justice in 2022, voicing the character in seven episodes.[11] Throughout his television career, Ozsan has frequently embodied charming yet often antagonistic characters in drama and sci-fi genres, leveraging his British accent and intense screen presence to depict roguish directors, shadowy leaders, and manipulative professionals who blend allure with underlying menace.[1] This versatility has allowed him to navigate diverse narratives, from teen coming-of-age stories to supernatural thrillers and crime procedurals.[12]Film appearances
Hal Ozsan made his feature film debut in the 2002 science fiction comedy-drama S1m0ne, directed by Andrew Niccol, where he portrayed the Hotel Concierge in a supporting role alongside Al Pacino. This early appearance marked his entry into cinema, contributing to his growing presence in Hollywood following initial television work. In 2004, Ozsan took on a prominent role as cult member Joey DiMarco in the biographical crime drama Helter Skelter, a remake depicting the Manson Family murders, which highlighted his ability to embody intense historical figures in thriller narratives. He continued exploring genre diversity in later independent films. Ozsan's later film work further demonstrated his versatility across thrillers and dramas. In the 2019 political thriller Infidel, he appeared as Ramzi, a key figure in a story of abduction and faith set in the Middle East, earning mixed critical reception for the film's exploration of cultural conflicts.[13] He followed with the role of Vince Macdonald in the 2020 mystery thriller Last Moment of Clarity, a low-budget independent production that premiered directly to streaming and received modest audience scores for its convoluted plot involving identity and revenge.[14] In 2021, Ozsan starred as Michael Lane in the horror thriller #Unknown, an Amazon Prime Video release centered on a writer's supernatural encounters, which underscored his affinity for atmospheric, genre-bending independent films. These roles, spanning sci-fi, crime dramas, and various thrillers, showcased Ozsan's range in both mainstream and independent cinema, enhancing his visibility through festival-adjacent premieres and streaming platforms despite varying critical acclaim.[1] His film performances complemented his television career, allowing him to build a reputation for nuanced character work in suspenseful narratives.Music and production work
Hal Ozsan formed the Los Angeles-based rock band Poets & Pornstars in the early 2000s, serving as its frontman, lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter.[15] The group, which included lead guitarist Tom "Domo" Domaracki, keyboardist Randy Austin, bassist Sally Hope, and drummer Dave Plesh, drew from hard rock traditions with riff-driven songs evoking influences such as Kiss, Mötley Crüe, and Guns N' Roses.[16][17] The band achieved national radio airplay in the UK, toured North America, and opened for acts like Bon Jovi, Alice in Chains, and Muse; their songs appeared in shows such as Californication and So You Think You Can Dance. Poets & Pornstars released a self-titled debut album independently in 2005, featuring tracks like "Rock and Roll" and "Get Your Kicks," which showcased Ozsan's songwriting in a style blending classic rock energy with alternative edges.[17] A revamped edition of the album appeared in 2007 via Adrenaline Records, marking the band's most prominent release before Ozsan's departure.[18] Ozsan performed and wrote for the band during its five-year run, performing in Los Angeles clubs and building a following in the local rock scene.[19] In late 2007, Ozsan announced his exit from Poets & Pornstars to pursue other opportunities, effectively ending the band's original lineup by 2008.[19] Following the disbandment, he shifted his primary focus toward acting while maintaining his identity as a singer-songwriter influenced by rock and alternative genres, though subsequent music contributions remained sporadic.[20] Beyond music, Ozsan expanded into screenwriting and production, co-creating the 2017 Viceland comedy series What Would Diplo Do? alongside Brandon Dermer and James Van Der Beek, where he served as co-executive producer and staff writer for its single season of five episodes.[21] The series, a satirical take on electronic dance music culture, reunited Ozsan with his Dawson's Creek co-star Van Der Beek and earned critical praise for its irreverent humor.Personal life
Marriages
Ozsan is married to actress Sarah Canning.[22][23] In June 2024, they announced they were expecting a child.[23]Later years and residence
Ozsan has maintained his primary residence in Los Angeles, California, since relocating to the United States in the 1990s.[6][3] Ozsan maintains ties to his Turkish Cypriot heritage as a native of Famagusta, Cyprus.[24][6]Filmography
Television credits
Hal Ozsan has appeared in numerous television series throughout his career, with notable recurring roles in teen dramas and guest spots in various procedurals and genre shows.| Year(s) | Title | Role | Episodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Felicity | Long-Haired Guy (voice) | 1 |
| 1998 | Jesse | Dawson | 1 |
| 1999 | Providence | Rolando | 1 |
| 1999 | Roswell | Adam Chase | 1 |
| 2001 | Six Feet Under | Man in Flower Shop | 1 |
| 2001–2003 | Dawson's Creek | Todd Carr | 14 |
| 2002 | The Shield | Unnamed | 1 |
| 2002 | CSI: Miami | Brandon Pace | 1 |
| 2002 | Without a Trace | Wyatt Brody | 1 |
| 2004 | Helter Skelter (TV miniseries) | Joey DiMarco | 2 |
| 2004 | CSI: NY | Tony DeLuca | 1 |
| 2008 | Shark | Donny Garland | 1 |
| 2007 | Fallen (TV miniseries) | Azazel | 5 |
| 2008 | Californication | Ronnie Praeger | 3 |
| 2008 | Sons of Anarchy | Kia Ghanezi | 1 |
| 2009–2011 | 90210 | Miles Cannon | 12 |
| 2009 | HawthoRNe | Dr. Andrew Lee | 1 |
| 2009 | White Collar | Gordon Taylor | 1 |
| 2009 | Kyle XY | Michael Cassidy | 10 |
| 2009 | Supernatural | Patrick | 1 |
| 2010 | Melissa & Joey | Dylan | 1 |
| 2011 | The Event | Unnamed | 1 |
| 2011 | Suits | Jones Debeque | 1 |
| 2012 | Hollywood Heights | Nick Lynch | Recurring (8) |
| 2012 | Major Crimes | Bruce | 1 |
| 2012 | Beauty and the Beast | Chris Miller | 1 |
| 2012 | Bones | Jocco Kent | 1 |
| 2013 | Hit the Floor | O'Malik | 1 |
| 2013 | Graceland | Germaine Marsden | 1 |
| 2013 | The Blacklist | Ezra | 1 |
| 2013 | True Blood | King Charles II | 1 |
| 2013 | The Mentalist | Harry Clarkson | 1 |
| 2014 | NCIS | Unnamed | 1 |
| 2014 | Young & Hungry | Chef D'Arby | 1 |
| 2014 | Bad Teacher | Navid Shirazi | Recurring (4) |
| 2015 | Code Black | Karo Petrosian | 1 |
| 2015 | Impastor | Kenny Banderas | 1 |
| 2015 | Lucifer | Sergei | 1 |
| 2018 | Jessica Jones | Griffin Sinclair | 3 |
| 2018 | Deception | Mikhail Koslov | 1 |
| 2018 | The Resident | Nigel Sutton | 1 |
| 2018 | Magnum P.I. | Jack Candler | 1 |
| 2018 | The Brave | Unnamed | 1 |
| 2020 | NCIS: New Orleans | Ryan Porter | 1 |
| 2022 | The Guardians of Justice | Van Dawson | 7 |
Film credits
Hal Ozsan's feature film roles, listed chronologically by release year, are as follows:| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | S1m0ne | Hotel Concierge [25] |
| 2005 | Guy in Row Five | Billy [26] |
| 2006 | Caffeine | Dude [27] |
| 2007 | Children of Wax | Hakan [28] |
| 2007 | Redline | Mike Z [29] |
| 2010 | Groupie | Travis Bellamy |
| 2011 | The Back-up Bride | Serge Prozorofsky[30] |
| 2011 | Peach Plum Pear | Nils Hutchinson [31] |
| 2012 | For the Love of Money | Abe [32] |
| 2014 | Layover | Tom [33] |
| 2014 | Private Number | Michael Lane |
| 2018 | The Passing Parade | Hal Renault |
| 2019 | Infidel | Ramzi |
| 2020 | Last Moment of Clarity | Vince Macdonald [14] |
| 2021 | #Unknown | Michael Lane |