Daeg Faerch

Daeg Faerch was born on September 27, 1995, in San Diego, California, USA. He began his acting career early, securing his first significant role as young Michael Myers in Rob Zombie’s 2007 remake of “Halloween.” His performance in the horror film received positive critical attention, with reviewers noting his chilling portrayal of the character. Faerch performed his own stunts in the film and demonstrated a natural aptitude for the role, which contrasted with his youthful appearance.

Following his role in “Halloween,” Faerch expanded his filmography to include various projects across different genres. In 2008, he appeared in Peter Berg’s “Hancock” alongside Will Smith, where he played a comedic French American character named Michel. He also took on roles in theatrical productions such as “Grapes of Wrath” and “Marat/Sade.” Faerch’s career experienced a temporary halt in 2012 due to a serious head injury and emergency surgery. Returning to acting, he later appeared in television series including “American Vandal” (2017), “Now Apocalypse” (2019), and “American Horror Story” (2021).

In recent years, Faerch has continued to build his diverse portfolio. He played the role of Mitch, a drug dealer, in the American teen drama series “Euphoria” in 2022 and has reprised this role for upcoming seasons. Beyond acting, Faerch is also a musician, known for his rap music released under the names GreatDaeg and Dnmrkboom. He has released multiple albums, including “Stunt from the 6” (2018) and “Vlad” (2019), showcasing his capabilities as a singer, songwriter, and rapper. His work includes collaborations in music videos, such as Blondie’s “Fun” (2017) and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” (2025).