Sebastian Spence (born December 9, 1969) is a Canadian actor. He played the lead role of Cade Foster in the Space Channel science fiction television series, '' First Wave'' (1998–2001).
Science Fiction Television Series, 1990–2004: Histories, Casts and Credits for 58 Shows
''. McFarland; 27 September 2013. . p. 113–.

Early life

Spence was born in St. John's,

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to Michael Cook and Janis Spence, both playwrights. His first professional acting job was at age 16, in a play written by his mother.

Career

Spence's first on-camera role was in second part of the Canadian television

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'', which was well-received by critics.Tom Wiener.
The Off-Hollywood Film Guide: The Definitive Guide to Independent and Foreign Films on Video and DVD
''. Random House Publishing Group; 13 August 2002. . p. 92–. His next role was in the trilogy of '' A Family of Cops'' television movies with

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, playing Eddie Fein the younger son of Bronson's character. Spence's first film role was in the futuristic ''Anchor Zone'', which was filmed in his native Newfoundland. performed in a substantial role in the film ''Drive, She Said'' in 1997; the film's storyline and staging were criticized by reviewers.Derek Elley
"Drive, She Said"
. ''Variety'', December 21, 1997 Spence's first leading role was as Cade Foster, in the Space Channel (and later Sci-Fi Channel) original series, '' First Wave'', which ran between 1998 and 2001. Spence played the role of Cliff Harting on the Hallmark Channel drama '' Cedar Cove'', between 2013 and 2015.Ed Andreychuk.
The Lone Ranger on Radio, Film and Television
''. McFarland; 5 January 2018. . p. 154–.

Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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The Official Online Website of Sebastian Spence
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