Steve Bacic facts for kids
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Steve Bacic
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![]() Bacic in 2008
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Lisičić, SR Croatia, Yugoslavia
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Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1991–present |
Steve Bacic (pronounced BAY-sik) is a Canadian actor. He is famous for playing two characters, Gaheris and Telemachus Rhade, in the science-fiction TV series Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda. He appeared in 44 episodes of the show. He also played the character Jason Shannon in the Garage Sale Mystery TV movies.
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Early Life and Start in Acting
Steve Bacic was born in the village of Lisičić in Croatia. When he was young, his family moved to Windsor, Ontario, in Canada, where he grew up.
When he was in his mid-twenties, Bacic took a road trip with friends and ended up in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was fascinated by all the movies and TV shows being filmed there. He decided to stay in Vancouver and began taking acting classes.
His first big break came when he tried out for a small part in the TV show 21 Jump Street. Instead of getting the small role, he was chosen for the main guest-starring role in the episode.
Career Highlights
Bacic has acted in many popular TV shows and movies. He often appears in science fiction, action, and drama roles.
Famous Television Roles
One of Bacic's most well-known roles was in the sci-fi series Andromeda. He first played Gaheris Rhade, and later joined the main cast as Telemachus Rhade.
He has appeared in many other famous shows, including:
- Stargate SG-1: He played two different characters in this popular sci-fi show.
- Smallville: He played the villain Vordigan, also known as the "Dark Archer."
- The 100: He appeared as the character Caliban.
- Flash Gordon: He played the role of Prince Barin.
- Julie and the Phantoms: He played Trevor Wilson in the musical series.
- Arrow: He had a recurring role as the villain Sean Sonus.
He also starred in the Canadian TV series The Guard, a show about the Canadian Coast Guard.
Movie Roles
Bacic has also acted in several movies. He appeared alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in the sci-fi film The 6th Day. He had a small but memorable role as the human form of Dr. Hank McCoy in the superhero movie X2.
He also acted in the family movie Wonder as Mr. Albans. Bacic has been in many TV movies for channels like Hallmark Channel and Lifetime, including The Colt and Deck the Halls.
Selected Filmography
Here are some of the many movies and TV shows Steve Bacic has been in.
Film
Year | Title | Role |
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2000 | The 6th Day | Johnny Phoenix |
2003 | X2 | Dr. Hank McCoy |
2007 | Good Luck Chuck | Howard |
2008 | Stargate: Continuum | Camulus |
2017 | Killing Gunther | Max |
2017 | Wonder | Mr. Albans |
2020 | 2 Hearts | Jose Bolivar |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1991 | 21 Jump Street | Tommy Boylan Jr. | Episode: "Wasted" |
1996 | Highlander: The Series | Luke Sarsfield | Episode: "Little Tin God" |
1998 | The X-Files | SWAT Commander | Episode: "Folie a Deux" |
2000–2004 | Stargate SG-1 | Major Coburn / Camulus | 3 episodes |
2003–2005 | Andromeda | Telemachus Rhade | Main role (40 episodes) |
2006 | Psych | David Wilcroft | Episode: "Woman Seeking Dead Husband: Smokers Okay, No Pets" |
2007 | Flash Gordon | Prince Barin | 4 episodes |
2008–2009 | The Guard | Miro Da Silva | Main role (22 episodes) |
2010 | Smallville | Vordigan / Dark Archer | Episode: "Disciple" |
2013–2014 | Republic of Doyle | Inspector Craig Smallwood | 6 episodes |
2014 | The 100 | Caliban | Episode: "The Calm" |
2014–2019 | Garage Sale Mystery | Jason Shannon | Main role (15 episodes) |
2017–2018 | Arrow | Sean Sonus | 2 episodes |
2020 | Julie and the Phantoms | Trevor Wilson | 2 episodes |
2020–present | Virgin River | Vince Logan | 5 episodes |
Awards
Bacic has been recognized for his acting work. He was nominated twice for a Leo Award for Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series for his role in The Guard.
Year | Group | Award | Work | Result |
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2008 | Leo Awards | Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series | The Guard | Nominated |
2009 | Leo Awards | Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series | The Guard | Nominated |