Michael Anthony Trevino
USABiography of Michael Anthony Trevino
Michael Anthony Trevino is an American actor known for his role as Tyler Lockwood, the son of the mayor, football player, and troublemaker, in the series "The Vampire Diaries," which has been airing on the CW channel since September 2009. In the second season, it is revealed that Tyler Lockwood is a werewolf, and in the third season, he becomes the first successful hybrid, a mix of werewolf and vampire.
Early Life and Background
Michael was born on January 25, 1985, in Montebello, California. His family later moved to Valencia, California. His mother is originally from Zacatecas, Mexico, and his father was born in Fresno, California, in a family of Mexican immigrants. Growing up in East Los Angeles, Michael developed a passion for acting and began attending acting classes at Playhouse West.
Career
Michael's acting career began with small roles in TV shows such as "Summerland" and "Charmed" in 2005. He later appeared in various TV shows, including "Commander in Chief," "Without a Trace," "Cold Case," "CSI: Miami," "Bones," and "Cane," where he played Jaime Vega for 13 episodes. In 2007-2008, Michael appeared in five episodes of the series "The Riches" as Brent, a high school student. He also had a memorable role as Ozzie Cardoza in the popular youth series "90210" in 2008.
"The Vampire Diaries" and Recent Projects
Michael gained widespread recognition and a large fan base after landing the role of Tyler Lockwood in "The Vampire Diaries." His character became one of the main participants in the intense storyline, going through various transformations and relationships within the show.
Apart from acting, Michael is also a talented dancer and an avid sportsman. He enjoys playing football, surfing, bodyboarding, snowboarding, and deep-sea fishing.
Personal Life
Currently, Michael splits his time between Atlanta, Georgia, where "The Vampire Diaries" is filmed, and Los Angeles, where he also stars in the TV series "Glee." Michael's girlfriend, actress Jenna Ushkowitz, is also a cast member on "Glee." Recently, they participated in a passionate photoshoot by photographer Tyler Shields, where Michael had the opportunity to showcase his dancing talents.
