Dylan Neal

Dylan Joseph Neal (born October 8, 1969) is a Canadian actor. He holds dual citizenship in Canada and the United States. He is known for his portrayal of the character Dylan Shaw on the soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful, Doug Witter on Dawson's Creek, and Detective Mike Celluci in the supernatural series Blood Ties. He also played Aaron Jacobs on Sabrina, the Teenage Witch.

In 2013, Neal landed the lead role opposite Andie MacDowell in the Hallmark Channel's first ever scripted TV series, Cedar Cove. The series premiered on July 20, 2013, and is based on the series of books by the same name, written by Debbie Macomber.

Personal life

Dylan Neal was born in Richmond Hill, Ontario, in 1969. Six months after his birth, his family moved to Oakville, Ontario. He attended Appleby College in Oakville, and initially wanted to become a professional squash player.

Neal transferred to Blakelock High School in Oakville for his last two years of schooling. It was there that he gained an interest in the performing arts and participated in his school's drama program. In light of his newfound passion and upon the advice of his drama teacher, Neal decided he wanted to make a career of acting.