Johann Urb
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Who is Johann Urb?
Johann Urb is an Estonian-born American actor, former model, and film producer, best known for playing Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil: Retribution (2012). With a career spanning over two decades, Urb has gained recognition for his work in both film and television, including roles in 2012, Californication, and Arrow.
Career Highlights
Film Roles
- Resident Evil: Retribution (2012) – Leon S. Kennedy
- 2012 (2009) – Sasha Hoho
- Zoolander (2001) – Small role (film debut)
- The Hottie and the Nottie (2008) – Johann Wulrich
- A Little Bit of Heaven (2011) – Doug
Television Roles
- Californication (2013) – Robbie Mac
- NCIS (2014) – Burt Moore
- Arrow (2017) – Vincent Sobel / Vigilante
- The Mountain (2004) – Travis Thorson
- Love’s Long Journey (2005) – Fyn Anders
Johann trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, and before acting, began his career as a model in New York.
Personal Life
Johann Urb is married to model and life coach Rachel Emma Pringle since 2018. The couple frequently shares photos of their life together on Instagram. They do not have children yet.
Past Relationships
- Previously married to Erin Axtell Urb from 2007 to 2010.
Family Background
- Father: Tarmo Urb (musician)
- Mother: Maris Urb
- Moved from Estonia to Finland at age 10, then to the United States as a teen to live with his father.
- His uncle is Tom Urb, and he’s known to be friends with director Brad Jurrjens.
Education
- Studied acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, a prestigious school for aspiring performers.
Trivia
- Though widely known for his action roles, Johann Urb began his career in modeling.
- His breakthrough came with his supporting role in the disaster film 2012.
- Fluent in multiple languages due to his upbringing in Estonia and Finland.
