J. Michael Trautmann
- Actor
Born in Milwaukee, WI and raised in Minneapolis, MN. His parents
(John/Marian) compromised on his name by putting his first initial in
front of his official middle name and calling him J.Michael. He was an
immediate class clown, even if it got him into trouble in school. In
his Freshman year of high school he was urged to try out for the
school's production of 'Romeo & Juliet'. He soon after played the title
role and began acting, gaining much praise for his portrayal and depth;
he performed regularly in the school's plays. After graduation he
attended the University of Arizona and was accepted as a BFA actor in
the prestigious Arizona Repertory Theatre where he notably played
Eugene Jerome in the Neil Simon Trilogy of 'Brighton Beach Memoirs',
'Biloxi Blues' and 'Broadway Bound'. During his Sophomore year in
college he was seen performing in an Improv Comedy Troupe and was asked
to audition for his first film 'Earnie'. Notable roles on screen
include Kevin in '96 Minutes' and as Iggy Milkovich in 'Shameless' on
Showtime.