David Boreanaz, the actor who played the emotionally troubled vampire Angel in the supernatural drama series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer,’ has also worked as a television producer and director. Despite the fact that he has appeared in a number of television shows and films, his portrayal of the vampire with a human spirit has been the highlight of his career. ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ was a hugely popular television show, and he was a big part of it. Angel’s character was so popular with viewers that the show’s producers decided to develop a spin-off series, ‘Angel,’ in which he played the titular character of a vampire seeking atonement for his soul. David had always wanted to be an actor since he was a child, and in college he majored in cinema and photography. The athletically built and attractive young man began his acting career as a guest star on the comedy ‘Married…With Children.’ He obtained the job that would launch him to worldwide renown by happenstance. He was out walking his dog in his neighborhood when he was noticed and suggested for the part. As a result, he became Angel, the enigmatic vampire with a human soul.
Childhood and Adolescence
In New York, he was born to Dave Roberts and Patti Boreanaz. His father was a weather forecaster and the host of the kids’ show “Rocket Ship 7.” Because of his father’s career, David was introduced to show business at a young age.
Before attending Malvern Preparatory School, he attended Rosemont School of the Holy Child for his primary schooling. He was a talented athlete who was a member of the high school football team. From a young age, he had a passion for acting and had plenty of experience in the entertainment industry. He had decided that he wanted to be an actor by the time he was a teenager. He received his bachelor’s degree in cinema and photography from Ithaca College in New York in 1991.
Career of David
He moved to Los Angeles after graduation to seek an acting career. He could only get modest, uncredited appearances in few television shows at first. Then he was cast as Kelly’s cheating biker boyfriend in an episode of the TV show “Married…With Children.” Despite guest appearances or minor roles in various television series, he was largely unknown. In 1997, he was given the role of Angel in the television series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ after being discovered by a talent scout while walking his dog in his neighborhood. He acted in this role till 2003.
Angel, the character he played, was a multifaceted character. He was a vampire that had been cursed with a human soul, allowing him to experience all of the inner turmoil and sorrow that humans experience. He was so good at playing the tortured vampire that he became known as him. ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ became a huge hit, and his performance was praised by critics. This motivated Joss Whedon, the creator of Buffy, to create a spin-off series called ‘Angel,’ in which David starred as the eponymous character. From 1999 through 2004, the show aired.
In 2001, he played Adam Carr in the slasher thriller ‘Valentine,’ alongside Marley Shelton and Denise Richards. The story follows a gang of high school kids who publicly embarrass a classmate, who afterwards returns to get retribution. He starred as Luke in the romantic comedy ‘I’m With Lucy’ in 2002. He played a doctor who goes on a date with the protagonist of the film in this supporting role. In 2005, he made his first appearance as FBI Agent Seeley Booth in the crime comedy drama television series ‘Bones.’
The series is partially based on forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs’ writings and works. He plays Sebastian, a teenage writer chased by John, an eccentric music instructor, in the 2007 comedy/horror film ‘Ghost Writer.’ Things grow tense, though, when Sebastian begins dating a woman and John becomes envious. In the film ‘The Mighty Macs,’ he played Ed Rush, a supporting character in the narrative of Cathy Rush, a Hall of Fame women’s basketball coach. In 2009, the film was released. He appeared in the television series ‘Family Guy’ in the episode ‘Road to the North Pole’ in 2010 and in the episode ‘Less Money, Mo’ Problems’ in ‘American Dad!’ in 2012.
Major Projects of David
David Boreanaz is best known for his portrayal of the emotionally tormented vampire Angel in the popular vampire series ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer.’ He was a fantastic fit for the part of the character, tall, attractive, and moody, and his performance was critically appreciated.
Achievements & Awards
He has won the Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television three times (in 2000, 2003, and 2004) for his portrayal as Angel in the television series of the same name.
Personal History and Legacy
From 1997 to 1999, he was married to Ingrid Quinn for a short time. In 2001, he dated and married Jaime Bergman, a stunning actress. The couple is the parents of two children. While his wife was expecting their second child, he admitted to having an affair with Rachel Uchitel.
Estimated Net Worth
David Boreanaz is a $30 million actor, producer, and director from the United States. He is most recognized for his role as Angel on the TV series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and the following spin-off “Angel.” He’s also recognized for his long-running role on the drama “Bones.”
Trivia
This TV actor cheated on his pregnant wife with the same woman with whom Tiger Woods cheated on his wife.