Guide Note

Barry Watson is a film and television actor. His breakout role came when he played Matt Camden on the ABC series 7th Heaven. He is currently in the hit series Samantha Who? playing Todd.

In May 2002, Watson was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Disease and left 7th Heaven while he received treatments. Since 2003 he has been in remission.

Fast Facts

1. Full name is Michael Barrett Watson
2. Born: April 23, 1974
3. Birthplace: Traverse City, Michigan
4. Studied acting at the Dallas Young Actors Studio
5. Married to Tracy Hutson from Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
6. Has two sons: Oliver and Felix
7. Currently plays Todd on Samantha Who?

1. "I grew up in Dallas, with cowboys. I was the only guy in sixth grade with long hair and an earring. Let's just say I got a lot of, er, flak for being different."
2. "I want to try and do as much as I can as an actor. So far I think I've done pretty well with being a minister's son. And now I know I'm pretty darn good at playing a woman too".
3. "I feel healthier than I ever felt, even before I found out I was sick. I've been about 110 percent for the last two years".