Drew Powell
Personal details
  • Official sites :

    http://drewpowell.com

  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1976-01-19
    • Born Place: Noblesville, Indiana, USA
  • Also Known As:

    Andrew Powell , درو پاول

Drew Powell

Drew Powell, born Andrew Powell on January 19, 1976, in Noblesville, Indiana, is a versatile American actor known for his compelling performances in both television and film. Growing up in Lebanon, Indiana, he graduated from Lebanon Senior High School before pursuing higher education at DePauw University, where he graduated in 1998. Shortly after graduation, Powell moved to Los Angeles to embark on his acting career.Powell gained early recognition for his recurring role as Cadet Drew in the popular Fox series "Malcolm in the Middle" (2000-2001). This was followed by his portrayal of Hoss Cartwright in "Ponderosa" (2001-2002), a prequel to the classic series "Bonanza." However, he is perhaps most widely recognized for his role as Butch Gilzean/Cyrus Gold/Solomon Grundy in the Fox series "Gotham" (2014-2019), where he was a series regular.Throughout his career, Drew Powell has amassed an extensive list of credits, showcasing his range and talent. He has made guest appearances in numerous well-known television shows, including "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," "House," "Monk," "ER," "Cold Case," "Without a Trace," "The Mentalist" (as a recurring guest star), "Leverage," "Modern Family," "True Blood," "Grey's Anatomy," "NCIS," "The Rookie," "Young Sheldon," and "Chicago Med."In film, Powell's work includes "Starship Troopers 2: Hero of the Federation," "The Marine," "Mexican Sunrise," "1408," "Straw Dogs" (the 2011 remake), "Touchback," "Message from the King," "Geostorm," "Inheritance," and, more recently, "The Unbreakable Boy" (2025), where he plays Joe, a supportive friend. He has also appeared in television movies such as "A Christmas Mystery."Beyond his on-screen work, Drew Powell is known for his down-to-earth personality and dedication to his family. While filming "Ponderosa" in Australia, he met his wife, Veronica, who was a make-up artist on the show, and they have one son. He is also involved in his community, serving as a board member of the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry.

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