Nick Creegan | |
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| Born | July 30, 1991 |
| Alma mater | University at Albany, SUNY |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
Nicholas "Nick" Creegan (born July 30, 1991) is an American actor and journalist best known for his roles on Law & Order: Organized Crime and Batwoman.
Early life and education
editCreegan was born in White Plains, New York to an Irish father and a Jamaican mother. His mother is from Jack's River in Saint Mary Parish, Jamaica.[1] He has a younger brother called Tommy.[2] Creegan attended Woodlands High School and graduated in 2009.[3]
Creegan initially planned to do pre-law at the University at Albany, SUNY but he ultimately majored in journalism in stead. There he landed his first role in the university's production of Cruel Intentions.[1] While he grew to love acting, Creegan did not see it as a viable career path, at the time. His other extracurricular actives were solely journalism focused.[4] In addition to working on campus broadcasts, Creegan interned for ESPN in the summer of 2012.[5]
Career
editJournalism
editAfter college, Creegan carved out a career for himself as a sports and entertainment journalist. He worked for Fox News before becoming the host of AOL's 2 Point Lead. During his tenure as a journalist, Creegan interviewed sports figures such as Derek Jeter and Alonzo Mourning.[4] He has produced for the Bleacher Report, Vice Media and RYOT.[1]
Acting
editIn 2018, Creegan was cast in the recurring role of Desmond in OWN's David Makes Man which would mark his television debut.[15] In 2021, he was cast opposite Dylan McDermott and Christopher Meloni in the latest Law & Order spinoff, Organized Crime.[16] In June 2021, Creegan was cast in Nicole Gomez Fisher's Good Egg.[17] On July 26, 2021, it was announced that he had joined the cast of Batwoman as Robin Givens on-screen son.[18] Creegan would become the first Black actor to portray a version of the iconic Joker character through his character, Marquis Jet.[19]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | David Makes Man | Desmond | Recurring: 6 episodes |
| 2021 | Law & Order: Organized Crime | Richie Wheatley | Recurring: 7 episodes |
| Batwoman | Marquis Jet | Series regular | |
| Good Egg | Sal | Supporting role |
References
edit- ^ a b c Perry, Kediesha (May 26, 2021). "Nick's on a role". Jamaica Observer. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
- ^ Creegan, Nick (November 4, 2021). "Nick Creegan Got Carmen Cuba Casting's Attention With a Hungover Instagram Video". Backstage. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Nick Creegan (June 22, 2019). Actor and alum Nick Creegan Delivers Graduation Keynote. Retrieved January 12, 2022.
- ^ a b Davenport, Emily (March 30, 2021). "Nick Creegan on his role in 'Law & Order: Organized Crime' and leaving a journalism career to pursue acting". AM New York Metro. Schneps Media. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ "Nick Creegan, Author at ESPN Front Row". Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Jones, Siera (July 6, 2021). "Nick Creegan lands a role on Law and Order: Organized Crime". Sports Journalism Institute. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ https://alumnius.net/university_at_albany-9027-274#id111471055
- ^ Vo, Thao (April 17, 2021). "Actor, Nick Creegan on His Start in Entertainment, The Launch of a Production Company, & More". Sheen Magazine. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Jenkins, Justin D. (April 1, 2021). "Actor Nick Creegan Talks "Law & Order: Organized Crime" and the Power In Preparation". The Quintessential Gentleman. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Jones, Monique (April 1, 2021). "Nick Creegan Charts A New Path In 'Law And Order: Organized Crime'". Just Add Color. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Bonet, Alex (May 17, 2021). "Nick Creegan: Hearthrob and Talented". Tilted Style. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ https://regardmag.com/10-things-nick-creegan/
- ^ https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/ringing-in-2021-ja-style-actor-nick-creegan-recharging-batteries-on-the-island_240386?profile=1116
- ^ Fitzsimmons, Brian (November 19, 2014). "Congratulations to Nick Creegan, the #AOLSportsSearch winner!". AOL. Retrieved November 24, 2021.
- ^ Petski, Denise (October 25, 2018). "OWN's 'David Makes Man' Adds Ten To Cast". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 27, 2021.
- ^ Petski, Denise (February 19, 2021). "'Law & Order: Organized Crime': Ainsley Seiger Joins As Series Regular, Charlotte Sullivan & Nick Creegan Among 4 Set To Recur In NBC's 'SVU' Spinoff". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (June 29, 2021). "Brandon Thomas Lee, Jackson Rathbone & Diane Gaeta Co-Star In 'Zero Road'; Andrea Londo & Nick Creegan Board 'Good Egg'". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
- ^ Petski, Denise (July 26, 2021). "'Batwoman': Nick Creegan Joins Season 3 As New Series Regular". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
- ^ Hatchett, Keisha (November 24, 2021). "Batwoman's Nick Creegan Breaks Down That Marquis Twist, Teases 'a Stressful Season' Ahead for the Bat Team". TVLine. United States: TVLine Media, LLC. (Penske Media Corporation). Retrieved November 26, 2021.