Cameron_Johnson_(actor)
Cameron Johnson (actor)
American actor
Cameron Johnson (born July 2, 1999) is an American actor. In 2020 he starred in the independent horror film Star Light. In 2020, he joined the cast of the NBC/Peacock soap opera, Days of Our Lives on a recurring basis as a recast of Theo Carver.
Cameron Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1999-07-02) July 2, 1999 (age 24) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2017–present |
Johnson is the son of Eric Johnson and Phyllis Johnson (née Catalon). He has two brothers, Eric II and Myles.[1] He grew up in Maurice, Louisiana but currently resides in Los Angeles, California.[2] He attended North Vermilion High in his hometown and graduated in 2017.[3]
Johnson made his television debut in an episode of the Fox sitcom The Mick in 2017 and also appeared in the television film The Wrong Crush. In 2018, he appeared in an episode of the Fox drama 9-1-1.[4] In 2019, Johnson appeared in two episodes of the Hulu original series, Light as a Feather. In May 2020, Johnson starred opposite Scout Taylor-Compton in the independent horror film Star Light.[5] On October 23, 2020, it was announced that Johnson had been cast in the role of Theo Carver on NBC's Days of Our Lives.[6] Johnson made his debut on November 6, and departed on November 12.[7] While he was only slated to appear in a handful of episodes, Johnson told Soap Opera Digest that he was definitely open to a return.[8] In 2021, it was announced that Johnson was set to reprise the role in March 2021.[9]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Mick | Teenager #2 | Episode: "The Mess" (2017) |
| The Wrong Crus | Freddy | Television film | |
| 2018 | 9-1-1 | Teenage Boy | Episode: "Hen Begins" (2018) |
| 2019 | Light as a Feather | Justin | 2 Episodes |
| 2020 | Star Light | Dylan | Lead role |
| Days of Our Lives | Theo Carver | Recurring role November 6 to November 12, 2020 March 10 to April 28, 2021 July 2 to August 19, 2021 October 28 to November 18, 2021 June 21 to July 1, 2022 June 19, 2023 to present | |
| 2021 | Yes Day | Brad | Netflix original |
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | National Black Film Festival | Best Actor | Star Light | Won | [10] |
- "Doris Catalon Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information". Legacy.com. Legacy.com, Inc. March 10, 2014. Retrieved February 27, 2021.
- Mistretta, Amy (October 23, 2020). "Recast: Days of Our Lives Casts Cameron Johnson as Theo Carver". Soaps.com. SHE Media. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- "Cameron Johnson". Hudl. Retrieved February 27, 2021.
- Maloney, Michael (October 23, 2020). "Days of our Lives Breaking News: Cameron Johnson Is The New Theo". Soap Hub. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- N'Duka, Amanda (May 5, 2020). "1091 Lands YA Supernatural Thriller 'Star Light'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 6, 2020.
- Silver, Carly (October 23, 2020). "Cameron Johnson Joins Days of Our Lives as Recast Theo Carver". Daytime Confidential. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- Mistretta, Amy (October 23, 2020). "Recast: Days of Our Lives Casts Cameron Johnson as Theo Carver". Soaps.com. SHE Media. Retrieved October 23, 2020.
- "Cameron Johnson on Days Gig". Comings and Goings. Soap Opera Digest. 45 (46). American Media, Inc.: 12–13. November 16, 2020.
- Bowe, Jillian (March 1, 2021). "Cameron Johnson Heads Back to Days of Our Lives". Daytime Confidential. Confidential Media, Inc. (SAY Media). Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- "The Buzz". Argus-Courier. United States. August 5, 2020. Retrieved February 27, 2021.