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Chris Wood

Chris Wood is an American actor and writer known for television roles in *The Carrie Diaries*, *The Vampire Diaries*, *Containment*, and *Supergirl*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Chris Wood is an American actor and writer known for television roles in *The Carrie Diaries*, *The Vampire Diaries*, *Containment*, and *Supergirl*. He was born on April 14, 1988, in Dublin, Ohio, and has also voiced Prince Adam/He-Man in *Masters of the Universe: Revelation*.

Early life and education

Chris Wood was born in Dublin, Ohio, in 1988. He attended Elon University, where he studied musical theatre.

Acting career

Wood became widely known for recurring and leading television roles on the CW, including *The Carrie Diaries* (as Adam Weaver), *The Vampire Diaries* (as Kai Parker), *Containment* (as Jake Riley), and *Supergirl* (as Mon-El). His work has been widely featured in North American television, including series distributed in Canada through major U.S. network and streaming platforms.

Voice acting

In 2020, Wood voiced Prince Adam/He-Man in the Netflix animated series *Masters of the Universe: Revelation*.

Personal life

Wood married actress Melissa Benoist in 2019. The couple have one child.

Key facts

  • Known for playing Kai Parker in *The Vampire Diaries* and Mon-El in *Supergirl*.
  • Appeared as Adam Weaver in *The Carrie Diaries*.
  • Starred as Jake Riley in the CW series *Containment*.
  • Voiced Prince Adam/He-Man in *Masters of the Universe: Revelation*.
  • Born in Dublin, Ohio, and studied musical theatre at Elon University.
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Canadian context

Chris Wood has been widely featured in North American television, including series distributed in Canada through major U.S. network and streaming platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Chris Wood?
Chris Wood is an American actor and writer best known for roles in *The Vampire Diaries* and *Supergirl*.
When was Chris Wood born?
He was born on April 14, 1988.
Where is Chris Wood from?
He was born in Dublin, Ohio, United States.
What is Chris Wood best known for?
He is best known for playing Kai Parker and Mon-El on CW television series.
Is Chris Wood married?
Yes. He married actress Melissa Benoist in 2019.
Does Chris Wood have children?
Yes. He has one child.

References

  1. Broadway.com — https://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/chris-wood/profile/
    Supports: Occupation, notable roles, and voice work.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5534096/
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace.
  3. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/1475647-chris-wood?language=en-US
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and known for credits.
  4. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/chris-wood-tvactor.html
    Supports: Education, major roles, marriage, and child.