Chris Humphreys

Chris Humphreys is a Canadian multi-talented artist, recognized for his work as an actor, playwright, and novelist. Born in Toronto, his upbringing involved time in Los Angeles and the United Kingdom, influenced by parents with fascinating backgrounds: his father was a fighter pilot and writer, and his mother served as a spy in the Norwegian resistance. His acting career spans both television and stage, with notable performances in shows like 'The Bill' and 'Coronation Street,' as well as stage productions of classics like 'Hamlet' and 'A Midsummer Night's Dream.'

As a novelist, Humphreys writes historical fiction under the pseudonym C.C. Humphreys, with works like the award-winning 'Plague' and the international bestseller 'Vlad The Last Confession.' He also pens fantasy novels as Chris Humphreys, including the 'Immortals Blood' series. His plays have been produced internationally, and he currently resides in British Columbia. The source material also details his specific roles in 'The Bill' and lists several of his published novels.

Born in Toronto, Ontario, Chris Humphreys' early life was shaped by a remarkable family history. His father, Peter Humphreys, was not only an actor and writer but also a decorated Battle of Britain fighter pilot. His mother, Ingegerd Holter, possessed a background as a spy within the Norwegian resistance during World War II. Further adding to his lineage, he is the grandson of actor Cecil Humphreys. Humphreys spent his formative years in Los Angeles, California, until the age of seven, after which his upbringing continued in the United Kingdom.

Humphreys has built a diverse acting career across television and stage. He is widely recognized for his role as PC Richard Turnham in the British police drama 'The Bill,' appearing from 1989 to 1990. His television credits also include appearances in 'AD Anno Domini,' 'Zorro,' 'Coronation Street,' 'Hawkeye,' 'Highlander: The Series,' 'Goodnight Sweetheart,' 'Wycliffe,' 'Silent Witness,' 'Scandal,' 'The Core,' and 'The Adventures of Shirley Holmes.' On stage, he has taken on leading roles such as Lord Mountbatten in the musical 'Always,' Hamlet in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet,' Oberon in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream,' and Jack Absolute in 'The Rivals.' More recent stage work includes performances in Ibsen's 'The Master Builder,' David Hare's 'Skylight,' and Samuel Beckett's 'Krapp's Last Tape.'

Under the name C.C. Humphreys, he has authored twelve historical fiction novels, earning acclaim for 'Plague' and international success with 'Vlad The Last Confession.' His novels have been translated into multiple languages. As Chris Humphreys, he writes fantasy novels, including 'Smoke In The Glass,' the first book in the 'Immortals Blood' series, and the upcoming 'The Hunt of the Unicorn,' which is the first installment of the 'Tapestry Trilogy.' His playwriting has also seen production in the UK and Canada, with 'Shakespeare's Rebel' being staged at Vancouver's Bard on the Beach festival in 2015.