Eric Christian Olsen as Detective Marty Deeks - NCIS: Los Angeles
Eric Christian Olsen Trivia
- Played hockey in high school
- First acting job - Whitey's Ice Cream commercial
- His stunt double is brother, David Paul Olsen
- Studied Child Psychology at Pepperdine University for a short time
Eric Christian Olsen
Born on May 31, 1977 in Eugene, OR, Eric Christian Olsen is a regular on the popular television drama series, NCIS: Los Angeles. Introduced on the show at the end of the first season as a guest, Olsen became part of the regular cast starting with Season 2.
After spending his childhood years attending Bettendorf Middle and High Schools in Bettendorf, IA, he found success on television.
The trained improv actor is the son of Paul V. Olsen, professor and cross country coach at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, and Jeanne, a non-denominational chaplain. Eric Christian Olsen married Sarah Wright on June 23, 2012. Their first child, Wyatt Oliver, was welcomed on August 16, 2013.
The actress who plays Olsen's love interest on NCIS: Los Angeles is his sister-in-law in real life. Daniela Ruah is married to Eric Christian's brother, David Paul Olsen.
Detective Marty Deeks
Marty Deeks initially crosses paths with the NCIS agents during an investigation near the end of Season 1. He is eventually asked to join NCIS as a Los Angeles Police Department liaison. He partners up with Special Agent Kensi Blye, whom he slowly develops a romantic relationship with as the series unfolds.
Although Deeks is fun-loving and seemingly aloof, he has some superior skills as he works with the team to combat terrorists and solve crimes. He is poised under cover and will do anything to back his partner and teammates.
The scruffy detective has a rather distant relationship with the Special Agent in Charge, G. Callen, but has earned the respect of Special Agent Sam Hanna. After Deeks risked his life to cover for Hanna's wife, a CIA agent, and save her life, Sam has laid off his criticisms of the young detective and cut him some slack.
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Most Intense Moment for Marty Deeks
At the end of Season 4 and into the beginning of Season 5, Marty Deeks is captured, along with Sam Hanna, by arch enemy, Isaak Sidarov. It is implied that in addition to being beaten to a pulp, Deeks also had his teeth either removed or altered. He stayed strong and didn't give in. He kept Michelle Hanna's cover and essentially saver her life.
The torture he endured leaves a deep psychological scar that will slowly be explored as the series continues. It is clear that although Deeks thinks everything is okay, it will be a long road to recovery, if he ever gets there.
The only positive result from the capture and torture is it has brought Deeks closer to Sam Hanna. Their relationship opens up and trust is built, making it easier for them to work together on the team.
Interview With Eric Christian Olsen
Eric Christian Olsen's TV Series Roles
TV Show
| Role
| Seasons and Episodes
|
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NCIS: Los Angeles
| Detective Marty Deeks
| Season 1, 2010 to present
|
Hero Factory
| William Furno (voice)
| 2010 - 2012 for 7 episodes
|
Neighbors From Hell
| Wayne (voice)
| 2010 for 3 episodes
|
Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil
| Wade (voice)
| 2010 for 6 episodes
|
Community
| Vaughn
| 2009 - 2010 for 4 episodes
|
Brothers & Sisters
| Kyle DeWitt
| 2008 - 2009 for 6 episodes
|
The Loop
| Sully Sullivan / Sully
| 2006 - 2007 for 17 episodes
|
Tru Calling
| Jensen Ritchie
| 2005 for 5 episodes
|
Get Real
| Cameron Green
| 1999 - 2002 for 22 episodes
|
24
| John Mason
| 2002 for 1 episode
|
Smallville
| Young Harry Bollston
| 2001 for 1 episode
|
ER
| Travis Williams
| 1999 for 1 episode
|
Turks
| Kevin Williams
| 1999 for 1 episode
|
Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
| "The Viewing" Segment
| 1997
|
Eric Christian Olsen Filmography
Film
| Role
| Year
|
---|---|---|
Celeste and Jesse Forever
| Tucker
| 2012
|
LEGO Hero Factory: Savage Planet
| William Furno (voice)
| 2011
|
The Thing
| Adam Finch
| 2011
|
The Back-up Plan
| Clive
| 2010
|
The Six Wives of Henry Lefay
| Lloyd
| 2009
|
Fired Up!
| Nick Brady
| 2009
|
Eagle Eye
| Craig
| 2008
|
Sunshine Cleaning
| Randy
| 2008
|
The Comebacks
| Foreign Exchange Student
| 2007
|
License to Wed
| Carlisle
| 2007
|
Write & Wrong (TV movie)
| Jason "Krueger" Langdon
| 2007
|
The Last Kiss
| Kenny
| 2006
|
Beerfest
| Gunter
| 2006
|
Death Valley
| Josh
| 2004
|
Cellular
| Chad
| 2004
|
Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd
| Lloyd Christmas
| 2003
|
The Hot Chick
| Jake
| 2002
|
Local Boys
| Randy Dobson
| 2002
|
Not Another Teen Movie
| Austin
| 2001
|
Pearl Harbor
| Gunner
| 2001
|
Ruling Class (TV movie)
| Bill Olszewski
| 2001
|
Mean People Suck (Short)
| Nick
| 2001
|
Lesson Learned (TV movie)
| 2000
| |
Arthur's Quest (TV movie)
| Artie / King Arthur
| 1999
|
Black Cat Run (TV movie)
| Gas Station Attendant
| 1998
|
Sven: Marty Deeks Under Cover
By far, Marty Deeks' best undercover character is Sven. The "interior decorator of the stars" is superbly played. Sven is very credible, pulling on Deeks' exuberance without going over the top. Sven is a fan favorite, even more so than Homeless Deeks, who is a close second.
What makes Sven? The baby blue sweater draped over his shoulders. It was priceless! There's no telling what the future may bring.
The Kiss
Hidden Talent of Eric Christian Olsen
Eric Christian Olsen is a musician on top of acting. He in fact performed on stage in musicals back when he was in high school.
In his professional life, he performed on television and movie soundtracks.
Local Boys (Movie)
"Surf Bum"
Community (TV Series)
"Getting Rid of Britta" on "Social Psychology" 2009
"Annie's Song" on "Romantic Expressionism" 2010
Olsen has even appeared on a music video -- Marilyn Manson's 2001 single, "Tainted Love."
Links to other NCIS / NCIS: LA Stars and Characters
- Mark Harmon as Special Agent in Charge Leroy Jethro Gibbs - NCIS
A regular on NCIS, Mark Harmon plays Special Agent in Charge, Leroy Jethro Gibbs. He leads the Major Case Response Team at NCIS. - Chris O'Donnell as Special Agent in Charge G. Callen - NCIS: Los Angeles
A regular on NCIS: Los Angeles, Chris O'Donnell plays Special Agent G. Callen. He heads up the team of agents that work directly under Henrietta "Hetty" Lange, the Operations Manager.
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