Troy Ruptash - After finishing his conservatory training at Ryerson Theater School in Toronto, Troy began his journey as a working actor when he was cast in the television series: Law and Order. Since then he has continued to work consistently in the film and television industry. Troy has worked with three Academy Award winning writer/directors (Paolo Sorrentino, Vicky Jenson and John Patrick Shanley) and has had lead and supporting roles in both Studio and Independent films. Troy has had recurring, guest star and guest lead roles on over 50 Network and cable television shows including being cast as the ‘real’ Don Draper on the iconic drama, Mad Men, ER, The West Wing, CSI, JAG, Longmire, Desperate Housewives, Prison Break, The Rookie, Training Day, The Mentalist, Justified and The Young Pope to name a few. Troy began his directing career with two critically acclaimed plays in Los Angeles. He co-produced and starred in 21 episodes of a web series called Firsts: The Series. Troy’s first screenplay, They Who Surround Us was a finalist in the Duplass Brothers’ Hometown Heroes competition. Troy went on to direct, produce and play the lead role in the film that was shot in his hometown of Vegreville,Alberta. The film had its world premiere at The Edmonton International Film Festival where it won the audience award for Best Dramatic Feature. The film also won an audience award at The Sedona International Film Festival for Most Impactful Feature as well as Best Canadian Film and Best First Time Filmmaker at The Montreal Independent Film Festival. The film wasbought by Mongrel Media and had a successful theatrical run across Canada. The film is currently streaming on iTunes, Apple TV and all major streaming platforms in Canada and was released on February 23rd, 2024 in the U.S. and U.K. through The Film Arcade/Carousel. Troy recently signed with literary agent,  Joe Fronk at IAG.