Matthew Settle
Jeffrey Matthew Settle
Jeffrey Matthew Settle (born September 17, 1969) is a prominent American actor celebrated for his diverse roles in both film and television. He is notably recognized for his performance as Will Benson in the 1998 horror film I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, which co-starred Jennifer Love Hewitt, Freddie Prinze Jr., Mekhi Phifer, and Brandy Norwood. This was Settle's feature film debut and it solidified his emergence in the entertainment industry.
Career Highlights
Matthew Settle's performance as Captain Ronald Speirs in the critically acclaimed HBO miniseries Band of Brothers in 2001 further elevated his status as a talented actor. The miniseries, which is based on historian Stephen E. Ambrose's book of the same name, delves into the history of a World War II parachute infantry company.
Among his most celebrated roles is that of Rufus Humphrey in the CW teen drama series Gossip Girl, which aired from 2007 to 2012. As a core character, Settle portrayed the father of Dan and Jenny Humphrey, anchoring the show's family dynamics amid its exploration of affluent life in New York City.
Settle made a notable guest appearance in the seventh season of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as a reporter in the episode titled "Storm."
Personal Life
In 2006, Matthew Settle married Israeli actress and model Naama Nativ in a private elopement. The couple welcomed a child in 2009.
Filmography
- I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)
- Band of Brothers (2001)
- Gossip Girl (2007-2012)