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David Lyons Biography

Birth Name:David Lyons

Birth Place:Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Profession Actor, Director, Writer

Fast Facts

  • Received a Stellae Award for Best Actor in 2014
  • Is a graduate of Australia's National Institute of Dramatic Art
  • Began his career as a stage actor in Australia where he stared in productions at the Sydney Theatre Company and Melbourne Theatre Company
  • In his native Australia, he’s known for his work on the navy drama Sea Patrol
  • Quote: "'The measure of a superhero is always his nemesis․'"
  • Quote: "(Talking about 'Safe Haven' co-star Julianne Hough) 'She was amazing to work with․ She's an incredibly giving actress․"
  • Moved to the U․S․ in 2007, and joined the cast of TV series ER

Awards

  • 2008Logie-Most Popular New Male Talent: nominated
  • 2013Rouben Mamoulian Award-Best Short Film Director: winner
  • 2014Saturn Award-Best Supporting Actor on Television: nominated
  • 2014AACTA Award-Best Short Fiction Film: nominated
  • 2014Grand Prize-Best Narrative Short: winner
  • 2014Jury Award-Best Narrative Short: nominated