Wayne Hughes
Acting
Biography
Wayne Hughes is an actor and voiceover talent. He was born and raised in Illinois, but moved to Atlanta, Georgia in the mid-1990's. After studying with several LA- and NY-based acting coaches, he quickly found work in commercials, television & film, and voiceovers. Wayne's first noteworthy credit occurred when he worked opposite lead actress Rebecca Hall (The Gift) in Antonio Campos' film, "Christine", about the life and tragic death of Sarasota news anchor Christine Chubbuck. The film made its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. However, he is best known for his breakout role as Coach Seymour Greyson in the second season of "Swagger", which aired on Apple TV+ (2023). "Swagger", which was created by Reggie Rock Bythewood and starred O'Shea Jackson, Jr., was inspired by NBA star Kevin Durant's youth basketball playing experience on the AAU circuit. Additionally, Wayne played the role of Art Rael in the primetime TV series "The Gifted", which is part of the Marvel Universe and aired on the FOX network. And he has also booked roles in the Netflix hit series "Ozark", the feature films "The Tiger Rising" (opposite Christian Convery, Sam Trammell and Katharine McPhee), "Transference", and "One Last Thing". In addition to his film and TV credits, Wayne is frequently sought out for commercial work where his ability to do both on-camera and voiceover work is considered highly desirable. When he's not on camera, you will often find him in his studio where he has provided the voice for hundreds of corporate narrations, animated television shows, and commercials. Wayne is also an internationally published freelance photographer. His work has appeared in numerous worldwide textbooks, calendars and magazines. Some of his recent clients include National Geographic, NAPA, Prentice Hall, Atlanta Magazine, and many more. As for the future, Wayne hopes to act in a Taylor Sheridan-type western or series such as Yellowstone, 1883 or 1923, and looks forward to continuing to work as a series regular in primetime network TV shows. IMDB: http://imdb.me/WayneHughes Voiceover: http://waynehughesvoice.com/
Known For
A financial adviser drags his family from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks, where he must launder $500 million in five years to appease a drug boss.
Ozark
A suburban couple's ordinary lives are rocked by the sudden discovery that their children possess mutant powers. Forced to go on the run from a hostile government, the family joins up with an underground network of mutants and must fight to survive.
The Gifted
A basketball prodigy must navigate a maze of pressure if he's going to overcome the odds against him and learn what it truly means to have swagger.
Swagger
In 1974, television reporter Christine Chubbuck struggles with depression and professional frustrations as she tries to advance her career.
Christine
When 12-year-old Rob Horton discovers a caged tiger in the woods near his home, his imagination runs wild and life begins to change in the most unexpected ways. With the help of a wise and mysterious maid, Willie May and the stubborn new girl in school, he must navigate through childhood memories, heartache, and wondrous adventures.
The Tiger Rising
Dylan Derringer, a lonely dentist in Florida, is confronted by a figure from the past bringing news that sends him on an eventful and ultimately life-altering journey of discovery.
One Last Thing
When her estranged father dies, a trauma therapist's haunted memories manifest as she finds the courage to face her demons and lay them to rest.