Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s Son Ready to Pursue Acting Full-Time at 15 - Bio Points News

Jeffrey Dean Morgan Opens Up About Son Augustus’ Passion for Acting

Veteran Hollywood actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan has revealed that his teenage son, Augustus Morgan, is seriously considering a full-time career in acting — even if it means dropping out of school.

In a recent interview with PEOPLE magazine, the The Walking Dead and Grey’s Anatomy star shared that his 15-year-old son is not only passionate about acting but also determined to pursue it professionally.

“He’s ready to drop out of school and be an actor,” Morgan shared. “I think he’s known that since he saw Hamilton when he was just three.”

The actor fondly recalled the moment Augustus first showed interest in performance arts:

“We went backstage after the show, and he went out on stage dressed as Hamilton. I just remember watching him and thinking, ‘He already knows what he wants to do.’”

Already Made His Acting Debut

Augustus isn't starting from scratch. He made his on-screen debut with a cameo in the final season of The Walking Dead, the very show that made his father a household name through the character Negan. Augustus played a young walker in Season 5, Episode 5, a brief but memorable appearance that marked his first official step into the acting world.

Behind the scenes, Jeffrey proudly shared photos of his son in zombie makeup on Instagram, captioning them with heartfelt pride. Fans quickly noticed the resemblance and praised the young actor's performance, no matter how short it was.

Supportive Family, Artistic Roots

Jeffrey Dean Morgan shares Augustus and daughter George Virginia with actress Hilarie Burton, his wife. The couple has long supported creativity in their household. In addition, Morgan is also the father of another son, Dean, from a previous relationship with actress Sherrie Rose.

As Hollywood keeps a close eye on emerging talent, Augustus Morgan’s early start and family legacy could set the stage for a promising career. While dropping out of school might sound bold, it’s clear the young star has already caught the acting bug — and he's ready to follow in his father's footsteps.