Emmy & Golden Globe-Nominated Actor; Known for "Dead Poets Society," "The Good Wife" & "Best Medicine"

New York, NY, USA
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Josh Charles Biography

Josh Charles is an Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG Award, and Critics' Choice-nominated film, television, and stage actor whose career spans more than three decades. Charles secured his first feature film role in John Waters' "Hairspray" and co-starred as Knox Overstreet in the Academy Award-winning film "Dead Poets Society." That role opposite Robin Williams established Charles in the film industry and set the stage for a varied career across film, television, and theater.

Charles landed his first major recurring television role as sports news anchor Dan Rydell in the Aaron Sorkin-created "Sports Night," earning a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. He spent five seasons playing Will Gardner on the CBS drama "The Good Wife," receiving two Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His character's death in the fifth season generated significant audience response and is recognized as one of television's most memorable storylines.

Other film roles include "Freeheld," "I Smile Back," "Bird People," "S.W.A.T.," "Four Brothers," "Threesome," and "Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead," highlighting his range across drama, action, and comedy. Charles has appeared in Amazon Studios' limited series "The Power" with Toni Collette, Michel Franco's "Memory" with Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard, and the film "Mother's Instinct" alongside Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway. He also stars in the FX limited series "The Veil" with Elisabeth Moss and Fox's "Best Medicine".

On stage, Charles appeared at Signature Theater in the world premiere of Annie Baker's "The Antipodes." His theater credits include "The Distance From Here," which earned a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble, "The Well-Appointed Room" at Steppenwolf Theater, "A Number" at ACT, and "The Glass Menagerie" at Long Wharf. He also appeared in Taylor Swift's music video "Fortnight," reuniting with his "Dead Poets Society" co-star Ethan Hawke. Charles' body of work spans dramas, independent films, prestige television, and stage productions, establishing him as a versatile actor in the entertainment industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/23/2026.

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