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Date of Birth

24 August 1981, Buffalo, New York, USA

Birth Name

Chad Michael Murray

Nickname

CMM

Height

6' (1.83 m)

Mini Biography

Born in Buffalo, New York, Chad found a ready audience early on. When he was four or five years old, the young ham performed skits and sang made-up songs for his large family which includes three brothers, a half-brother and a sister. At age fifteen, an injury landed him in a hospital where a nurse encouraged him to pursue a modeling career.

Two years later, Chad won a scholarship from a modeling agency in Buffalo to attend a modeling convention in Orlando. There he met his destiny when an agent from Los Angeles spotted him and persuaded the seventeen-year-old to pursue his dream of acting upon graduation from high school.

In 1999, the aspiring actor headed for Hollywood where he supported himself modeling for such clients as Sketchers, Tommy Hilfiger and Gucci while looking for a break. Soon after he arrived, Chad appeared in several guest-starring television roles including an episode of "Diagnosis Murder" (1993). Then he got the call he'd been hoping for. The WB's "Gilmore Girls" (2000) was casting for the role of Tristan DuGrey. They were looking for someone who was likable and charismatic but with an edgy side, and someone who had that certain "IT" quality. Chad was all that plus he had the perfect physical characteristics that the show's writers had in mind. The teenager won the role and has since made the character his own.

He admires the talents of actors Edward Norton, Leonardo DiCaprio, Al Pacino Robert De Niro and Sean Penn and uses their influences in his work. Always a firm believer in clean living, Chad is a natural athlete. He played his favorite sport, football, in high school and keeps fit by working out at the gym, in-line skating, playing soccer, volleyball and basketball as well as football pick-up games. He is an anti-drug role model for kids and is active in charities for children and teens during his spare time. Before he married Sophia Bush on April 16th, 2005, Chad had set up house with a pug named Gus and a unique boisterous cat named Jack, who kept him from missing his large family too much.

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Mini Biography

Chad Michael Murray was born on the 24th of August 1981 in Buffalo, New York. The 6-foot tall star who resides in Wilmington, North Carolina is more known to audiences of "One Tree Hill" (2003) where he plays the good son, Lucas Scott.

Growing up, his mother left his family at a young age and since then he had to help take care of his younger siblings together with his dad and brother. While working his way through adolescence, he learned a lot about work ethic which eventually builds his character. Because he only grew up with a father, his biggest idol is his father. Chad once said in an interview that he could call his father anytime of the day whenever he needs help as his father is his rock.

The "One Tree Hill" (2003) star started his life as a paper boy where he would deliver newspapers around the neighborhood before working as a janitor at Donut World. Chad was only working there for a few days when he lost his job because he was shooting Skittles into the deep-fryer. Sure enough, one of the Skittles got caught in the machine and Chad got fired. Chad has also worked as a receptionist at a limousine company.

When he was 15, he had a resection of his small intestines. His intestines were so twisted they had to be cut out, but there were some complications causing him to not be able to eat for three months. Chad had also broken his nose when he was jumped at a Burger King outlet which then got him into the hospital. It was there where he met the person who inspired him, his nurse. His nurse was a model and she told Chad to start modeling, but Chad only wanted to act. Chad then took a chance and went to a convention in Buffalo and they wanted him to go to another convention in Biloxi, Mississipi. Chad then met a man named Eddie Winkler who offered Chad a place to stay in Los Angeles to kick-start his career.

Not long afterward, Chad got a Tommy Hilfiger campaign which paid his bills and that was when he thought he could really focus on acting. He started out on "Dawson's Creek" (1998) with his two "One Tree Hill" (2003) co-stars, Hilarie Burton and Lee Norris. After that, he got a role as rich brat Tristian DuGrey on "Gilmore Girls" (2000) before turning into Lucas Scott as one half of the brothers in popular teen drama "One Tree Hill" (2003) where he met best friends James Lafferty and Tyler Hilton. Chad also starred in a B-grade horror flick called House of Wax (2005).

The blonde-haired, blue-eyed star finally decided to get married when he was 23 years old to his "One Tree Hill" (2003) co-star, Sophia Bush. Chad actually cried on his wedding day, the 16th of April, 2005. In less than a year of marriage the couple signed for an annulment. Chad is engaged to another "One Tree Hill" (2003) co-star, Kenzie Dalton. The couple got engaged on April 4th, 2006. Despite their age gap, Chad is very protective of her and even mentioned in an interview that Kenzie is somewhat like a diamond. The couple has been seen attending red carpet events and going around Los Angeles together.

Chad played football growing up and the love of that sport was re-directed into a charity game where he would help underprivileged kids with the money he gains from the audience. A fan of philosophy himself, Chad's favorite book is "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger. He enjoys listening to music from Incubus, Frank Sinatra, James Brown and watching shows like "The Simpsons" (1989) and "Fear Factor" (2001). As for movies, Chad has given credit to Gladiator (2000), Fight Club (1999), Varsity Blues (1999) & Any Given Sunday (1999) as his favorites.

This model turned actor has serenaded Jamie Lee Curtis with Britney Spears' 'Baby One More Time' on _"Freaky Friday" (2000)_, became Hilary Duff's Prince Charming and even watched Paris Hilton die in a violent on-screen death. With all these acting roles given to him, we're sure that this talented anti-drug star will be one of Hollywood's biggest stars.

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Spouse

Sophia Bush

(16 April 2005 - 29 September 2005) (annulled)

Trade Mark

Does the 'Rock On' sign in pictures.

Trivia

His favorite fashion accessory is a hemp necklace that his father gave him and a necklace made for him from Kenzie.

Got an accidental 'nose job' during his earlier modeling career! He was 'jumped' in a fast food restaurant and got his nose broken and had to have surgery. If you look closely, you can see the difference between his nose now and back then, because he had to get it fixed and it couldn't be constructed to the way it was.

Underwent a resection of his small intestine as the result of a football injury, so he can't gain weight.

His father Rex works as an air traffic controller.

His mother abandoned his family when he was just 10 years old.

Has 4 brothers (Rex, Nick, Brandon, and half brother Tyler) and a sister (Shannon).

His favorite football team is the Buffalo Bills

His first job was when he was 10 delivering newspapers, then when he turned 14 he started working as a janitor at the local doughnut shop.

His favorite book is "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger.

He has three dogs. A shepherd/wolf mix named Joe, which he takes everywhere with him and a guard dog named Axel. He and Kenzie share a Chihuahua/Pomeranian mix named TumTum.

Ranked #22 in TV Guide's list of "TV's 25 Greatest Teen Idols" (23 January 2005 issue).

His mom left his family when he was only 10 years old, which he says helps him to relate to his character Lucas Scott on "One Tree Hill" (2003).

Modeled for Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger and Gucci.

Said if he wasn't a actor he would love to be a pediatrician.

His favorite movie is Fight Club (1999).

His favorite television show is "The Simpsons" (1989).

Chad means: warlike, warrior.

His hobbies are: Going to the gym, pickup basketball and football.

His favorite musicians are Incubus, Dave Matthew's Band and 'Pete Murray'.

26 September 2005: Sophia Bush announced their separation.

Was originally up for the role of Ryan Atwood on "The O.C." (2003), but turned it down for Lucas Scott on "One Tree Hill" (2003).

Wore a Ralph Lauren Black Label Suit in his April 2005 wedding to Sophia Bush.

Chad and two of his "One Tree Hill" (2003) co-stars were on "Dawson's Creek" (1998) with him; Hilarie Burton (who plays Peyton Sawyer) and Lee Norris (who plays Mouth McFadden).

Engaged to Denmark native Kenzie Dalton [March 24, 2006].

His fiancée, Kenzie Dalton, is a 2006 graduate of John T. Hoggard High School in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Personal Quotes

When asked about what he thinks is the most important issue he says, "Kids being drug-free. I always want kids to be allowed to have a chance or a shot in life."

"I think people should do what makes them happy. Peer pressure shouldn't make an impact on what you want to do with your life".

"Trust me, high school ends. You graduate and get away from all the people you never want to see again - it's all good".

"Dad never had time to relax. When we were young, he'd get us off to school before he'd go to work as a controller for a nine-hour day, come home, make dinner, make sure we got our homework done, then go right to sleep and do it all over again the next morning." - Chad says of his father's hectic work and family juggling act.

I didn't fit in to the trends at school, but I did just fine.

I love a conservative girl. Let me be honest. I love a great pair of jeans and I love turtlenecks... Most guys want to see a girl wearing nothing! Tank tops are cute, too. Then you show a little skin, but you're still conservative.

I'm scared of dolls. When I was a little kid, we used to go to my grandma's house and she'd have all these porcelain dolls and they are just freaky. They have those little painted faces on them...and ugh! They used to scare the crap out of me.

"I prefer to keep my hair short - very short. I also like having a good amount of facial hair. But unfortunately, Lucas cannot have a beard. At the end of the season, hacking off the hair is my ritual. It all goes!" - On why he always looks so different when he's not filming OTH.

My ideal girl is someone who's smart and pretty in an innocent way, and someone who listens and cares.

Writing inspires me. I couldn't live without my journal.

The rumors - that's the thing I hate. People assume way too much, and I can't stand it. I know the truth; I don't feel like I have to defend myself. I'm a pretty good guy. Yeah, I like to go out with my boys and have a good time - I'm 23 years old! But the next thing you know, there are 20 stories about me. It's inappropriate on so many levels. I don't know if it will ever stop. All I need to know is, I have faith in myself and I know what's really going on.

I hated high school. I didn't have any friends because I didn't fit in, but I enjoyed the educational part of it. My teachers allowed me to be creative, so I thought past high school to what I wanted to do.

I love older music, Frank Sinatra, James Brown - there's so much passion in their songs.

If nothing had happened for me with acting, I would have gone to college and played football.

My goal is to grow as much as I can as a human being.

Tyler Hilton is one of my best friends now, As a human being, he's an incredible person and as an artist, he's an incredible artist. I love his music, every time I get in the car, he's in the CD player.

I am an ordinary guy who likes normal things, and have feelings like a normal human being.

I am bothered by some rumors, but they come with the job.

When you realize you're alive, you can live life!

"I just want to be healthy and happy. I don't want to hurt anybody or make them mad. If that's a philosophy then that's my philosophy.

Yeah, you lose equipment, You lose the stage. You lose everything else. But the fact of the matter is everyone got out OK. That's all we cared about. Everything else can be replaced.

In the end, it's not about fame or fortune. It's what you leave behind - your work and your family - that really counts

Imagine you are walking along and you trip over something and you turn around and find that it is a huge diamond. You would pick it up and do everything in your power to take care of that diamond because it might take care of you for the rest of your life. - on fiancée Kenzie Dalton.

I love acting, but part of me wants to have a family, raise kids - have a normal life.

I don't like to be alone. It's scary being alone. I'm always worried that I'm going to be abandoned or that people won't care for me

Where Are They Now

(August 2004) He is currently residing in Wilmington, North Carolina, working on the second season of "One Tree Hill" (2003).

(2005) He has recently finished filming House of Wax (2005) and has no current plans in the future except his new song about a drug free America!

(June 2005) He is currently residing in Wilmington, North Carolina, working on the Third season of "One Tree Hill" (2003).

(August 2007) In Wilmington filming Season 5 of One Tree Hill.

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