Edited Biography:
American actor Erik Von Detten was born on October 3, 1983, in San Diego, California. He currently resides in Venice, California. His father, Volker Von Detten, is originally from Munich, Germany, while his mother, Susan Von Detten, is of English and Russian-Jewish descent. This diverse ancestry contributes to Erik’s distinctive appearance. His multicultural background and early exposure to different cultures have helped shape his persona in the American entertainment industry.
Erik Von Detten began his acting career in 1991 at the age of nine. His first credited role was in the long-running NBC daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives, a project he considers instrumental in developing his acting skills. Known for his charm and screen presence, Erik quickly gained recognition as a versatile actor capable of performing in various genres, both in film and television.
Erik rose to prominence in the 1990s, becoming a familiar face to young audiences. A major turning point in his career came with the 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie Brink!, in which he played the lead role of Andy “Brink” Brinker. The film became one of the early and most beloved Disney Channel Originals, significantly elevating Erik’s profile among teen viewers.
From 1991 to 1999, Erik appeared in several made-for-TV films including Christmas Every Day, Replacing Dad, A Stranger to Love, Escape to Witch Mountain, In the Best of Families: Marriage, Pride and Madness, and A Season of Hope. These projects helped establish him as one of the most recognizable young actors of the decade.
| Birth Date: | 3 Oct, 1982 |
| Age: | 37 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Television actor Film actor Voice actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | San Diego |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
