Hollywood
Being pretty or handsome never hurt anyone trying to make it in show business. Talent must also come into play in order to build a lasting career. Handsome and debonair are just two words capable of describing the way William Charles Mitchell has managed to carve out an impressive niche in show business. Lucky for us this gentle giant shows no sign of slowing down. And that’s a good thing.
Consider those dashing brown eyes and that salt & pepper hair which no doubt make for a lethal winning combination. Nicely resting on a 195 pound six foot two frame and you know this man was born to make quite an impact. So he has. Cast often as a distinguished gent Mitchell easily conveys that look of authority, a trait that has stood him in good stead among casting directors, directors and producers.
Range means everything for a successful career and Mitchell has easily won over fans be they on television, film screens or in live theatre arenas. Like so many of the acting greats our subject earned his stripes at an early age performing in countless Shakespearean productions, including Hamlet, Twelfth Night and Much Ado About Nothing. Away from live venues he found a welcoming home on television. Admirers of such hit series as Boston Legal, Desperate Housewives and Law & Order recognized Mitchell as a stalwart. Even the soaps were not immune from his charm as female hearts were set aflutter during stints on such fan favourites as General Hospital, The Young & The Restless and All My Children.
Actor William Charles Mitchell
To stay fighting trim and appealing this man turns out to be a bonafide athlete. Among his athletic prowess are experience with small arms, rock climbing, fencing and in-line skating. And how about being knowledgeable about puppets as an interesting hobby – something few actors can attest to. All these skills attract producers as do solid work on such big screen epics as Syriana.
Though you may not know the name, you’ll recognize the man whenever William Charles Mitchell graces us with his presence. Class, elegance and an ability to connect with the audience is what this man is all about.
