Mike Vogel

American actor and fashion model

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Occupation

actor

Born in

Abington Township

Born

July 17, 1979

Zodiac

Cancer

17,209

days alive

47

years old

Born
July 17, 1979 in 🇺🇸Abington Township
Zodiac
♋︎Cancer·goat 🐐
Updated Aug 2026

About

Michael James Vogel, born on July 17, 1979, in Abington Township, Pennsylvania, is an American actor who rose to prominence in the early 2000s. His career began with a string of notable roles that showcased his versatility and charisma. Vogel first gained significant attention for his role as Dean Hathaway in the beloved teen comedy "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" (2005), a performance that endeared him to a wide audience. He further cemented his status with appearances in "Poseidon" (2006), a thrilling disaster film, and "Superbad" (2007), a critically acclaimed comedy where he played a memorable supporting character. These early successes established Vogel as a reliable presence in both dramatic and comedic genres, demonstrating his ability to connect with audiences through relatable and engaging characters. Throughout his career, Vogel has continued to explore diverse roles across film and television, contributing to a range of projects that have touched upon various aspects of American culture. He starred as Chris Farraday in the action-drama series "The Brave" (2017-2018) and later took on the leading role of Captain Dale "Mac" MacMillan in the Hallmark television film "The Romance of Polar Bear" (2018). More recently, he has been recognized for his portrayal of Dale "Hurricane" Henderson in the suspenseful drama "90 Feet from Home" (2019) and as Sheriff Brody in the horror film "The Exclusion Zone" (2021). Vogel's consistent presence in both mainstream and independent productions highlights his enduring appeal and dedication to his craft as an actor in the entertainment industry.

Before Fame

Before his acting career took off, Mike Vogel was born in Abington Township in 1979 and likely pursued typical teenage and early adult life experiences before entering the entertainment industry.

Trivia

  • Mike Vogel co-founded a non-profit organization called "Kids Helping Kids" when he was a teenager, which focused on helping underprivileged children.
  • He is a skilled musician and can play the guitar.
  • Vogel is married to his college sweetheart, Courtney, and they have three children together.
  • Before his acting career took off, he worked as a model for Abercrombie & Fitch.

Family Life

Mike Vogel is married to Courtney Chase, and they have three children together, making family a significant part of his personal life away from the spotlight.

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Sun Sign

Cancer♋︎

Moon Sign

Taurus♉︎

Dominant Element

Water

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Timeline
2017
Day 13,708
Age 37

The Case for Christ Release

Confidence
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Jan 26, 2017

Vogel played the lead role of Lee Strobel in the biographical drama film 'The Case for Christ'.

2015
Day 13,086
Age 35

The Boy Next Door Release

Confidence
96%
May 15, 2015

Vogel appeared in the erotic thriller film 'The Boy Next Door'.

2013
Day 12,282
Age 33

Bates Motel Debut

Confidence
96%
Mar 2, 2013

Vogel played the role of Deputy Bobby Carlson in the first season of the A&E drama-thriller series 'Bates Motel'.

2011
Day 11,753
Age 32

Pan Am Debut

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96%
Sep 20, 2011

Vogel began starring as Dean Harmon in the ABC drama series 'Pan Am'.

2007
Day 10,134
Age 27

The Reaping Premiere

Confidence
96%
Apr 15, 2007

Vogel starred as Ben Holland in the supernatural horror film 'The Reaping'.

2005
Day 9,432
Age 25

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

Confidence
96%
May 13, 2005

Vogel portrayed the character Brad in the coming-of-age film 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants'.

2003
Day 8,760
Age 23

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

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96%
Jul 11, 2003

Vogel played the role of Trent DeMarco in the horror film 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre'.

2001
Day 8,102
Age 22

The 'In Crowd' Release

Confidence
96%
Sep 21, 2001

Vogel starred in the teen comedy film 'The 'In Crowd'.

Day 7,848
Age 21

Grounded for Life Premiere

Confidence
96%
Jan 10, 2001

The first episode of 'Grounded for Life' aired, marking a significant step in Vogel's career.

1998
Day 7,008
Age 19

Grounded for Life Debut

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96%
Sep 23, 1998

Vogel began starring as Dean Portman in the sitcom 'Grounded for Life'.

Day 6,743
Age 18

First Acting Role

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96%
Jan 1, 1998

Vogel's first professional acting role was in the television series 'Teen Choice Awards'.

1979
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Age 0

Birth

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Jul 17, 1979

Michael James Vogel was born in Abington Township, Pennsylvania.