Christopher Masterson: Biography

Christopher Masterson - American actor and producer, best known for the role of Francis in the television series "Malcolm in the spotlight." He is the younger brother of Danny Masterson, an actor who played in the 90s sitcom "70's Show".

Personal life

American actor of Irish origin Christopher Kennedy Masterson was born on February 22, 1980 in Long Island, in the south of New York State. His mother is Carol Masterson, the company's manager, father is Peter Masterson, an insurance agent. Currently, Masterson is alone. Like his brother Danny, he is a follower of Scientology. With their brother they have a joint business - their own restaurant. Christopher also has a stepbrother and sister, Jordan and Alanna Masterson, who also star in movies and television.

Career

An attractive blonde-haired actor with moving ironic eyebrows, which has a surprising resemblance to his older brother Danny, Christopher Masterson performed several outstanding roles before becoming famous for the popular television series "Malcolm in the spotlight."

After playing a supporting role in an unremarkable television film, Christopher Masterson at the age of twelve makes his debut in the romantic comedy of 1992, The Lonely, where he plays Scott Campbell as a child. In 1993, Chris returns to television with an episodic role in the then popular series "Murphy Brown." Then followed a regular role in the short-lived family drama of the CBS channel "The Road Home."

However, despite the constant roles of the young teenager in the 90's, Masterson was recognized as an actor only in 2000. At this time, he got a role in the popular sitcom "Malcolm in the spotlight." The premiere of the series took place in January 2000 on Fox.

The story revolves around the boy-genius of Malcolm and his relationship with his family and friends. In the series Masterson plays the role of Francis Wilkerson - the elder brother of Malcolm, who at the beginning of the series was sent to military school for bad behavior.

In the 2000s, the series was a huge success and received many awards, including seven Emmys and one Grammy. The popularity of the series has brought Masterson several prestigious nominations, and to this day the role of Francis Wilkerson is one of the most famous in his career actor.

Interesting Facts

• Christopher Masterson played a small role in the movie "Beethoven 2", while his brother Danny had a major role. In the film, they did not play the brothers, so they did not mention their kinship. When the creators watched the film, they noticed similarities and reshoot all the scenes of Chris with another actor.
• Considered the role of Will Turner in the films about pirates of the Caribbean.
• He took part in the "Celebrity Poker Showdown" TV game to raise money for the Civic Commission on Human Rights, an advocacy organization that protects human rights in psychiatry, and was founded by the Church of Scientology in 1969.
• In his youth, Chris stole the sign "Stop," and in his room there is a fire hydrant, which used to smell like dog's urine.
• Christopher Masterson and Jane Kaczmarek have already worked together. They played in the TV series "Youth In Revolt", which was never released on the screens.
• He played the best man in the romantic comedy "The best friend's wedding".
• From 2001 to 2008 he lived with his ex-girlfriend Laura Prepon.
• Together with his older brother Danny Masterson and ex-girlfriend Laura Prepon invested in "Card Player Magazine".