John Newton (actor) facts for kids
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John Newton
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Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1988–2016 |
Spouse(s) | Jennifer Capps Newton (m. 2006) |
John Haymes Newton was born on December 29, 1965. He is an American former actor. John Newton is famous for his roles in TV shows. He played Clark Kent in the first season of Superboy. He also played Ryan McBride in the TV drama Melrose Place. Today, he focuses on practices that help people feel better and have more energy.
Acting Career Highlights
John Newton is best known for his main role as Clark Kent. This character is also known as Superboy. He played this part in the TV series Superboy. He was in the show during its first season, from 1988 to 1989. Another actor, Gerard Christopher, took over the role after him.
Besides Superboy, John Newton had other regular roles on television. He appeared in the popular shows Melrose Place and The Untouchables. He also had a repeating role in Models, Inc.. This show was connected to the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise.
He also starred in movies. These include The Christmas Card in 2006. He also appeared in the independent film Yesterday Was a Lie in 2009.
In 2011, John Newton and his wife, Jennifer, used their voices for a special project. They voiced Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane in an animated fan film. The film was called Superman Classic. It was made by an animator named Robb Pratt.
John Newton's Filmography
- Superboy (1988–1989)
- Everyday Heroes (1990)
- CBS Schoolbreak Special (1991)
- Cool as Ice (1991)
- Desert Kickboxer (1992)
- Alive (1993)
- The Untouchables (1993)
- Models Inc. (1994)
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1997)
- Goodbye America (1997)
- Viper (1997)
- Dark Tides (1998)
- Melrose Place (1998–1999)
- Operation Sandman (2000)
- Tru Calling (2003)
- Desperate Housewives (2004)
- The Christmas Card (2006)
- S.S. Doomtrooper (2006)
- The Haunting of Molly Hartley (2008)
- Yesterday Was a Lie (2009)
- Superman Classic (2011)
- The Mentalist (2011)
- Bizarro Classic (2012)
- Flash Gordon Classic (2015)
See also
In Spanish: John Newton (actor) para niños