From a young age, it was clear that Chris Wood had a natural flair for performing. You could say his journey into the world of acting began with a bit of sibling rivalry—his competitive dynamic with his older sister played a role in sparking his interest in theater. By the time he was just six years old, Chris Wood had already landed his first role, playing a rat in a youth production of The Pied Piper of Hamelin. That early experience only fueled his ambition. In high school, Chris Wood continued to explore his creativity, making stop motion films and even creating and starring in his own self-produced web series aptly titled “Chris Wood: Action Man.”

After graduating with a degree in Music Theater from Elon University in North Carolina, Chris Wood took a major step forward by joining the national tour of the acclaimed musical Spring Awakening. This helped lay the foundation for his transition to screen acting. His first on-screen appearance came in 2013 with the Amazon pilot Bowsers, a quirky musical comedy set in a news website office. Though the show didn’t get picked up for a full series, it marked an important milestone in Chris Wood’s career.

That same year, Chris Wood gained wider recognition with a recurring role on The Carrie Diaries (The CW, 2013–14), where he portrayed Adam Weaver, the character who becomes Carrie Bradshaw’s first serious love interest. It was a role that showcased his charm and emotional depth, qualities that would serve him well in future projects. In 2014, Chris Wood joined the cast of The Vampire Diaries (The CW, 2009–17), taking on the complex and intense role of Malachai “Kai” Parker, the primary antagonist in the show’s sixth season. His performance was widely praised, adding a compelling layer to the supernatural drama.

In 2016, Chris Wood stepped into the world of apocalyptic thrillers as a series regular on Containment (The CW, 2015–16), an American adaptation of the Danish series Corden. The show followed the desperate efforts to control a deadly outbreak in Atlanta, and Chris Wood’s portrayal added both tension and humanity to the narrative. Though the series was short-lived, it further solidified his presence on television.

Later that year, Chris Wood took on a new kind of role—literally—as Mor-El in the superhero series Supergirl (CBS/The CW, 2015– ). Playing the love interest of the titular heroine, he brought a grounded, romantic energy to the sci-fi universe. While his time on the show spanned only the second and third seasons, it had a lasting personal impact: during filming, Chris Wood began a relationship with co-star Melissa Benoist. The couple got engaged in February 2019, marking a heartwarming chapter in Chris Wood’s life both on and off the screen.

Throughout his career, Chris Wood has demonstrated versatility, dedication, and a quiet magnetism that continues to draw audiences in. Whether playing villains, heroes, or everyday characters caught in extraordinary circumstances, Chris Wood consistently leaves a memorable impression.