John Newton (actor)

John Haymes Newton (born December 29, 1965) is a former American actor. He is known for his regular roles on the television programs Superboy as Clark Kent in the show's first season and as Ryan McBride on the soap opera Melrose Place. He is currently focused on energy healing practices.[1]

For other people with the same name, see John Newton (disambiguation).
John Newton
Newton in 2006
Born (1965-12-29) December 29, 1965
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, U.S.
OccupationActor
Years active1988–2016
SpouseJennifer Capps Newton (m. 2006)

Career

Newton is best-known for playing the lead role of Clark Kent/Superboy in the TV series Superboy during the show's first season from 1988 to 1989. He was replaced by Gerard Christopher in the role for the remainder of the show's run. Besides Superboy, he played regular roles on the television programs Melrose Place and The Untouchables. He had a recurring role on Models, Inc. before being transferred onto Melrose Place after its cancellation.

Both shows were part of the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise. On the DVD release of Superboy: The Complete First Season in 2006, Newton appears as himself on the documentary featurette "Superboy: Getting Off the Ground" and provided audio commentary with executive producer Ilya Salkind on two episodes. He starred in The Christmas Card (2006) and the 2009 independent film Yesterday Was a Lie.[2]

In 2011, Newton and his wife Jennifer lent their voices as Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane, respectively, in the animated fan film Superman Classic by animator Robb Pratt.[3]

Filmography

References
  1. "World-Renowned Energy Healer John Newton Gives Tips For Living A Stress Free Life". KXAN-TV. October 27, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2021.
  2. Buchanan, Jason. "Overview: Yesterday Was a Lie". Allmovie. Retrieved April 9, 2010.
  3. West, Scott (July 3, 2012). "Super New Short Film 'Bizarro Classic' Focuses On Superman Villain". Sciencefiction.com. Retrieved July 5, 2021.


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