Tyler Posey began his professional acting career as a child, securing early roles in the television series Doc and the 2002 film Maid in Manhattan. Born in 1991 in Santa Monica, California, he later achieved prominence as the central character Scott McCall in the MTV series Teen Wolf, a role he inhabited throughout the show's six-season run.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Posey, who attended William S. Hart High School, worked steadily in film and television following his childhood debut. After appearing in Collateral Damage in early 2002, he portrayed the son of the main character in Maid in Manhattan. In 2011, he secured his breakout role in Teen Wolf, a series based on the 1985 film of the same name. His performance as the werewolf Scott McCall earned him multiple industry honors, including Teen Choice Awards and a Young Hollywood Award. Beyond acting, he expanded his involvement with the production by becoming a co-producer for the show's fifth season.
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His filmography includes appearances in Truth or Dare, released in 2018, and the 2019 Netflix production The Last Summer. He also starred in the 2020 horror film Alone and provided voice work for the animated series Fast & Furious: Spy Racers. In 2023, he reprised his role as Scott McCall in the Teen Wolf reunion film for Paramount+. That same year, he participated in the tenth season of The Masked Singer as the character Hawk and later joined the cast of the MTV reality program The Surreal Life.
Musical Pursuits
Throughout his career, Posey has remained active in the music industry. He co-founded the band Lost in Kostko in 2009, which released the EP You're Going to Need a Towel in 2011. Following the band's dissolution, he contributed to the pop punk group PVMNTS, notably writing the track Standing (On My Own Two Feet) about the 2014 death of his mother, Cyndi Terese Garcia. Later, he formed the band Five North with Kyle Murphy, releasing their debut EP Scumbag in 2020. He has also released solo material, including the 2021 EP Drugs and the 2023 album Unravel.
Personal Life
Posey is of Mexican descent on his mother's side. In 2021, he publicly identified as queer and sexually fluid. He married singer Phem in October 2023, having announced their engagement the previous year. His past professional associations include a 2013 engagement to Seana Gorlick. Additionally, Posey has been open about his experiences with substance abuse and his journey toward sobriety.
Fast facts
- Born: 1991, Santa Monica, California
- Education: William S. Hart High School
- Primary Role: Scott McCall in Teen Wolf
- Mother: Cyndi Terese Garcia
- Musical Projects: Lost in Kostko, PVMNTS, Five North
- Spouse: Phem (married 2023)
- Identity: Queer and sexually fluid
Questions readers ask
What is Tyler Posey's most famous television role?
He is primarily recognized for his portrayal of Scott McCall in the MTV series Teen Wolf, which aired from 2011 to 2017.
Did Tyler Posey pursue a career in music?
Yes, he has fronted several bands including Lost in Kostko, PVMNTS, and Five North, and has released solo music including the 2023 album Unravel.
Achievements
- Educated at William S. Hart High School
- Worked as child actor, television actor and guitarist
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