Sebastian Roché

Sebastian Roché (born 4 August 1964) is an intricate French-American actor recognized for his multifaceted talent in diverse roles such as Kurt Mendel in Odyssey 5, Jerry Jacks in General Hospital, Thomas Jerome Newton in Fringe, Balthazar in Supernatural, Mikael in both The Vampire Diaries and The Originals, and Reichsminister Martin Heusmann in The Man in the High Castle. Roché's acting voyage started with his debut in the made-for-television film The Murders in the Rue Morgue in 1986. Over the successive three decades, Roché has showcased his immense acting skills through a series of prominent characters, spanning from theatrical performances to prime-time television dramas, including Roar, Odyssey 5, and Supernatural. Born to a Scottish mother and French father, Roché's cosmopolitan upbringing has led to fluency in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, further broadening his acting scope. Roché's academic journey reflects his passion for his craft, with his acting education from the prestigious French National Academy of Dramatic Arts and taking leap towards New York in 1992. The diversity in Roché's role articulates his adaptability including Jullie Taymor directed plays, blockbuster with stars like Robert De Niro, critical programs including CW's series Supernatural and The Vampire Diaries, and Amazon's The Man in the High Castle. A significant point to note is his recurring role in the 2021 NBC sci-fi drama Debris and ABC drama Big Sky, further showcasing his adaptability. Apart from the acting universe, Roché's personal life is just as interesting. Married to actress Vera Farmiga in 1997 and later divorced, he's now tied the knot with Korean Australian actress Alicia Hannah-Kim.