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Rick Cosnett
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Cosnett in 2015
Born
Richard James Cosnett

(1983-04-06) 6 April 1983 (age 42)
Chegutu, Zimbabwe
Occupation Actor, producer
Years active 2004–present
Relatives Hugh Grant (third cousin)

Richard James Cosnett (born on April 6, 1983) is an actor and producer from Zimbabwe and Australia. He is well-known for his roles in popular TV shows. Rick played Wes Maxfield in The Vampire Diaries. He was also Elias Harper in Quantico. Many fans know him as Eddie Thawne in The Flash.

Early Life and Education

Rick Cosnett grew up on a farm in Chegutu, Zimbabwe. He was born there on April 6, 1983. His family loved community musical theater. This helped him become interested in acting when he was very young. When Rick was seventeen, his family moved to Queensland, Australia. They moved because of changes happening with land in Zimbabwe.

Rick went to the Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane. He first received a special award to study music. However, he later earned a degree in acting.

Acting Career Highlights

Rick Cosnett has been acting since 2004. He has appeared in many films and television shows. His roles often involve exciting stories.

Popular TV Roles

Rick is most famous for his work on television.

  • In The Vampire Diaries, he played Dr. Wesley "Wes" Maxfield. This was a recurring role in the fifth season.
  • He joined The Flash as a main character, Eddie Thawne. He also returned as a special guest in later seasons.
  • Rick played Elias Harper in the first season of Quantico.
  • More recently, he appeared in Palm Royale in 2024. He also had a role in 9-1-1 in 2024.
  • He is set to appear in Doctor Odyssey in 2024 and 2025.

Film Appearances

Rick has also acted in several movies.

  • In 2006, he was in The Bet.
  • He played Stephen Collins in the 2022 film Master Gardener.
  • In 2023, he appeared in Shoulder Dance.
  • He was also in the TV movie The Holiday Exchange in 2024.

Video Game Role

Rick Cosnett has even lent his voice to a video game.

  • He is the voice of Prince Ahzrak in the upcoming game Doom: The Dark Ages, which is expected in 2025.

As a Producer

Besides acting, Rick Cosnett has also worked as a producer.

  • In 2016, he produced a short film called The Letter Carrier.

Personal Life and Family

Rick Cosnett is a third cousin of the well-known actor Hugh Grant.

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See also

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