Michael Beach

Michael Anthony Beach is an esteemed American actor, born on October 30, 1963, in Roxbury, Massachusetts. He has showcased his talent in a variety of films since 1986, with his debut being in the film End of the Line in 1987. Beach proved his acting mettle opposite Morgan Freeman and Beverly Todd in Lean on Me (1989). His versatile acting prowess was apparent as he co-starred in a range of films, including Internal Affairs, Cadence (1990), One False Move (1992), Short Cuts, and True Romance (1993).

Making a significant breakthrough as Angela Bassett's unfaithful husband in the comedy-drama film Waiting to Exhale in 1995, he brought to life the character of Vanessa L. Williams's unfaithful husband in the comedy-drama film Soul Food in 1997. On television, his recurring role, Al Boulet, the ex-husband of physician assistant Jeanie Boulet in the NBC medical drama ER from 1995 to 1997, left a lasting impact. From 1999 to 2005, Beach exhibited his consistent performance as a regular cast member in another NBC drama series, Third Watch, portraying FDNY paramedic Monte 'Doc' Parker. He notched guest-starring roles on popular shows like Law & Order, Criminal Minds, Grey's Anatomy, and Chicago P.D.. In 2018, Beach made waves in the DC Universe with his role in Aquaman and was confirmed by Deadline Hollywood to star in Saw X in 2023.