Jun 11, 1998
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Glen Rock, NJ
27 years old
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Movie Actor
Full Name, Age & Place of Birth
Charles “Charlie” Tahan was born on June 11, 1998, in Glen Rock, New Jersey, USA. As of June 2025, he is 27 years old .
Early Life & Family
Charlie grew up as the middle child in Glen Rock, alongside an older brother and his younger sister, actress Daisy Tahan . He attended Glen Rock High School, balancing studies with a flourishing acting career from a young age—showing early signs of dedication and time management .
Rise as a Young Actor
Charlie debuted on screen in 2007 at the age of eight, playing Ethan in the blockbuster I Am Legend, alongside Will Smith . That same year, he appeared in American Loser and Once Upon a Film. He also made his mark in TV with guest roles in Fringe (2008) and a recurring part as Calvin Arliss on Law & Order: SVU (2010–2011) .
Notable Film Projects
Charlie St. Cloud (2010) opposite Zac Efron, where he played young Sam St. Cloud .
Voice role as Victor Frankenstein in Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie (2012), earning a Young Artist Award for his performance .
Strong roles in The Other Woman (2009), Nights in Rodanthe (2008), Love Is Strange (2014), and Super Dark Times (2017) .
Key TV & Streaming Roles
Ben Burke in Fox's Wayward Pines (2015–2016), helping build the show's eerie atmosphere .
Young Jonathan Crane / Scarecrow in Gotham (2014–2017), setting the foundation for the infamous villain .
Breakout role as Wyatt Langmore in Netflix’s Ozark (2017–2022), appearing in 27 episodes and contributing to its 45 Emmy nominations .
Additional appearances include Castle Rock, FBI: Most Wanted, and the horror film Witchboard (2024) .
Devon as Writer & Director
In 2024, Charlie made his directorial and writing debut with the short film Taxon, releasing it on Vimeo. He wrote, directed, and edited this project, showcasing his evolving ambition beyond acting .
Awards & Recognition
Young Artist Award (2013) for Best Voice-Over Performance in Frankenweenie .
Saturn Award nomination (2011) for his performance in Charlie St. Cloud .
Part of Ozark cast recognized by SAG Award nominations in 2019 and 2021 .
What Makes Charlie Tahan Stand Out
Charlie Tahan has grown gracefully from child actor to a mature talent known for emotional depth and authenticity. Balancing lead roles in prestige shows like Ozark with creative pursuits behind-the-camera, his trajectory reflects both skill and ambition. With his directorial debut and upcoming projects, he’s emerging as a compelling storyteller in front of and behind the lens.
