Mehcad Brooks

Mehcad Brooks is an American actor and former fashion model who is well known for his roles as Matthew Applewhite in the second season of ABC’s series, Desperate Housewives from 2005 to 2006. Furthermore, he appeared as Jerome in the 1997 American mystery thriller movie, The Game and in the leading role as Terrance “TK” King in the USA series, Necessary Roughness (2011-2013).

Brooks earns an impressive amount of salary and has maintained a lucrative net worth from his profession. Besides, he was linked into a romantic relationship with a Canadian actress, Serinda Swan. If you love to know more in detail about Brooks’ career as well as his personal life, net worth, and height; read more.

Early Life of Mehcad Jason McKinley Brooks

Mehcad Brooks is considered one of Hollywood’s most promising stars with an attractive personality. Moreover, he was born as Mehcad Jason Mckinley Brooks on 25th October 1980, in Austin, Texas, USA. Moreover, his nationality is American and belongs to Afro-American ethnicity. He was raised by his mother, Alberta Phillips, an Austin American-Statesman editorial writer and father Billy Brooks, a former pro football player. He grew up playing with his older brother, Billy Jr.

Brooks attended L.C. Anderson High School. After completing high school, he graduated from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinema-Television in 1999.

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Movies & TV Shows

Mehcad Brooks got his debut role of Matthew Applewhite on the ABC TV drama, Desperate Housewives from 2005 to 2006. Moreover, he starred the role of Harry Flournoy in the 2006 American sports drama, Glory Road. He also appeared in the 2007 movie, In the Valley of Elah under the direction of Paul Haggis, featuring Charlize Theron, Tommy Lee Jones, and Susan Sarandon.

In 2008, Brooks made his guest appearance opposite to Tia Mowry as her boyfriend, Jerome, on the TV series, The Game. Later in 2009, he starred on FOX’s TV series, Dollhouse. Furthermore, Brooks portrayed the role of Benedict “Eggs” Talley in the second season of HBO’s True Blood. Further, he appeared as attorney Malcolm Bennet in the now-canceled ABC series, The Deep End in January 2010.

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Furthermore, Brooks starred in the ABC documentary-style dramedy television series, My Generation, premiered in the fall of 2010. Moreover, he was cast on the USA Network series, Necessary Roughness debuted on June 29, 2011. Brooks appeared as Prince Miller in the Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and also in a guest role on JJ Abrams’ show, Alcatraz. Recently, Brooks released his debut single, Tears Away on October 20, 2017.

Net Worth – $2 Million (Est.)

Mehcad Brooks has an estimated net worth of $2 Million as of 2019. Moreover, he earns an impressive amount of salary from his profession. However, his actual salary isn’t disclosed up until now. But, we can assume that Brooks earns a lucrative amount of salary in six-figures. Currently, he is enjoying his money on his lavish lifestyle.

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Furthermore, Mehcad’s debut movie, Glory Road collected $42.9 million with a budget of $30 Million. Moreover, his next movie, In the Valley of Elah made $29.5 million against the budget of $23 Million. Further, his other movies with box office collection including Just Wright ($21,570,263), Creature ($533,235), About Last Night ($49 Million), and Nobody’s Fool ($33.5 Million).

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Ex-Girlfriend, Serinda Swan

Mehcad Brooks is a 38 years old unmarried man as of 2019. Previously, he dated Serinda Swan, a Canadian actress in 2010. Moreover, they first met on the movie set in the 2011 American monster horror movie, Creature. However, their relationship didn’t last for long and they split up later after a year due to irreconcilable differences between them.

Besides, Brooks hasn’t faced any controversies and rumors regarding his personal life and career. Hence, he is living a happy single life and is busy with his work while focusing on his acting.

Interesting Facts

• Brooks appeared in the July 2010 issue of GQ, an international monthly men’s magazine along with a Brazilian model, Emanuela de Paula.
• He has an extensive collection of vintage Playboy magazines.
• Mehcad used to model underwear for Calvin Klein.
• He supported Bernie Sanders (now, the United States Senator) in the 2016 presidential election of the United States.
• Brooks also plays acoustic guitar and loves listening to music all the time.