Eric McCormack

Eric McCormack

62 · Born: Apr 18, 1963

Personal Details

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BornApr 18, 1963 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Parents
  • Keith McCormack
  • Doris McCormack
Relatives
  • Ellen McCormack (Sibling)

Biography

Eric, a native of Toronto, Ontario, began his journey in the city's vibrant arts scene. He spent his formative years attending Stephen Leacock Collegiate Institute, a prestigious institution that also counted Mike Myers among its alumni. Additionally, Eric received a well-rounded education at Sir John A. MacDonald Collegiate, a school named in honor of Canada's first Prime Minister. With the unwavering support of his parents, Eric pursued his passion for acting, enrolling in the Ryerson Theater School in Toronto and the esteemed Banff Center for the Arts. His extensive training culminated in a five-season stint with the renowned Stratford Festival, where he honed his craft in a variety of iconic stage productions, including "A Midsummer Night's Dream", "Henry V", and "The Three Sisters". Eric's impressive performances earned him a 'lead' status in the world of theater.

Following his successful run with the Stratford Festival, Eric relocated to Vancouver, British Columbia, where he expanded his repertoire to include television and film. His dedication to his craft and captivating on-screen presence quickly earned him a devoted fan base. Today, Eric divides his time between his homes in Vancouver and Los Angeles, continuing to delight audiences with his versatility and talent.

Career

2025
Hell Motel
Hell Motel as Hemmingway
2023
The Other Black Girl
The Other Black Girl as Richard Wagner
Slasher
Slasher as Basil Garvey
2022
Drinkwater
Drinkwater as Hank Drinkwater
2019
Atypical
Atypical as Professor Shinerock
2016
Travelers
Travelers as Grant MacLaren
2015
Full Circle
Full Circle as Ken Waltham
2013
Knife Fight
Knife Fight as Larry Becker
Pound Puppies
Pound Puppies as Lucky (voice)
2012
Barricade
Barricade as Terrance Shade
Perception
Perception as Dr. Daniel Pierce
2011
Textuality
Textuality as Clive
2010
Who Is Clark Rockefeller?
Who Is Clark Rockefeller? as Clark Rockefeller
Lonesome Dove: The Series
Lonesome Dove: The Series as Col. Francis Clay Mosby
2009
Alien Trespass
Alien Trespass as Ted Lewis / Urp
Trust Me
Trust Me as Mason McGuire
2005
The Sisters
The Sisters as Gary Sokol
2000
Here's to Life!
Here's to Life! as Owen Rinard
1998
Holy Man
Holy Man as Scott Hawkes
Will & Grace
Will & Grace as Will Truman
1997
Exception to the Rule
Exception to the Rule as Timothy Bayer
Borrowed Hearts
Borrowed Hearts as Sam Field
1996
Night Visitors
Night Visitors as Andy Robinson
1995
Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years
Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years as Col. Francis Clay Mosby
1994
Island City
Island City as Greg 23
Lonesome Dove: The Series
Lonesome Dove: The Series as Col. Francis Clay Mosby
1992
The Lost World
The Lost World as Edward Malone
Giant Steps
Giant Steps as Jack Sims
Street Justice
Street Justice as Eric Rothman