Luke Mitchell

Actor from 'Home and Away' and 'The Tomorrow People'

Luke Mitchell - Actor from 'Home and Away' and 'The Tomorrow People'
Born

April 17th, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Australia

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An Australian actor and model, remarkable for performances in television series. Achieved recognition for roles in 'Home and Away', portraying the character Romeo Smith, and in 'The Tomorrow People', playing John Young. Gained popularity through his work in the entertainment industry, showcasing a range of acting skills across different genres.

'Home and Away'

'The Tomorrow People'

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