Benjamin McKenzie
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About
Best known for his role as hard-pressed teen, Ryan Atwood on the television show, The O.C. and later for his role of Ben Sherman on TNT's Cop Drama, Southland. He was also cast as James Gordon on the Fox series Gotham.
Before Fame
He was teammates with future Super Bowl MVP, Drew Brees in middle school.
Trivia
His real last name is Schenkkan and has kept low-profile relationships.
Family Life
His parents are Mary Frances and Pieter Meade Schenkkan. He married fellow Gotham star Morena Baccarin in June 2017. They have a daughter named Frances Laiz Setta Schenkkan and in March 2021 they welcomed a son named Arthur.
Associated With
He co-starred alongside Mischa Barton on The O.C.