Michael McMillian (Class of 1997)

Actor known for his roles as Henry Gibson on What I Like About You and Steve Newlin on True Blood

What is Michael McMillian (Class of 1997) known for?

Michael McMillian is a notable actor, writer, and Blue Valley Northwest High School alumnus. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on October 21, 1978, he later moved to Olathe, Kansas. Recognized for his talent in high school, he transferred to the renowned Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan to focus on acting, playwriting, and screenwriting.

McMillian has established himself in the industry with his versatile acting skills. He's best known for his roles as Henry Gibson on "What I Like About You," Steve Newlin on HBO's "True Blood," Owen on "Hot in Cleveland," and Tim on "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend." He has also acted in films such as "Dorian Blues" and "The Hills Have Eyes 2."

Furthermore, McMillian has taken his creativity off-screen by creating a comic book named 'Lucid,' proving his talent as a writer. He also contributed to the second "True Blood" comic book series.

Below are some of his notable film and TV roles:

• 1999: Out of Courage 2: Out for Vengeance (Film)
• 2004: Dorian Blues (Film)
• 2010: Half-Dragon Sanchez (Film)
• 2016: The Tiger Hunter (Film)
• 2002: 8 Simple Rules (TV)
• 2002: Firefly (TV)

It's worth noting that McMillian's career is far from ending, and fans can look forward to new projects and roles from this talented actor and writer.