Where Are the Stars of ‘One Tree Hill’ Today?

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It’s been a long time since viewers last saw the town of Tree Hill and its high school, but the actors from the show One Tree Hill are all still working on various projects.

The actors you know and love from popular movies and TV shows have moved on with their lives and careers. Let’s see what they’re up to now!

1. Sophia Bush

After gaining fame on *One Tree Hill*, she became a well-known actress in Hollywood. She then moved on to play Detective Erin Lindsay in the *Chicago P.D.* series and its related shows.

In addition to her acting roles in shows like *Good Sam*, *Love, Victor*, and *Deborah*, Bush is also a dedicated activist. She openly shares her experiences, including speaking about the issue of harassment within the entertainment industry. She is currently dating soccer player Ashlyn Harris.

2. Chad Michael Murray

Although he was on *One Tree Hill* for six seasons before departing, he came back for the final episode. Throughout and following his time on the show, Murray acted in several films, including *A Cinderella Story*, *House of Wax*, and *Freaky Friday*, as well as TV series like *Agent Carter*, *Riverdale*, and *Sullivan’s Crossing*. He married Sarah Roemer in 2014, and they have three children together.

3. Hilarie Burton

Hilarie Burton transitioned from her start as a VJ on MTV to become a beloved actress known for her passion for music and the arts. Following her time on MTV, she appeared in several popular television shows and films, including *The Secret Life of Bees*, *Grey’s Anatomy*, *White Collar*, *Lethal Weapon*, *Extant*, and *The Walking Dead*. Currently, she co-hosts the *Drama Queens* podcast with Sophia Bush and Bethany Joy Lenz, where they rewatch episodes of *One Tree Hill*. She’s married to Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and together they live on a farm in New York with their two children.

4. Bethany Joy Lenz

She was the heart of the show *One Tree Hill*. Since then, she’s continued acting in popular series like *Dexter*, *Grey’s Anatomy*, and *Good Sam*, while also pursuing her music. She’s also a devoted mother to her daughter, Rosie.

5. Austin Nichols

Before starring as Julian Baker on One Tree Hill, Austin Nichols had already built a solid acting career. He’d appeared in popular shows like Six Feet Under and Pasadena, and films including The Day After Tomorrow, Wimbledon, and Glory Road.

I first noticed him on *One Tree Hill*, but he really started taking on some gritty, compelling roles after that. I remember seeing him in shows like *The Mob Doctor*, *Ray Donovan*, and *Bates Motel*, and he was fantastic as Spencer Monroe on *The Walking Dead*. He’s been consistently working ever since! Recently, I’ve caught him in *Minx* and *Walker*, plus films like *The Six Triple Eight*, *Due West*, and even the new take on *I Know What You Did Last Summer*. It’s great to see him keeping busy and taking on such a diverse range of projects.

6. James Lafferty

Lafferty showed his range as an actor, transitioning from playing athletic roles in high school to portraying a committed husband on television. Following the series, he appeared in films like *Oculus*, *Small Town Crime*, *Crisis*, *Underground*, and the popular horror series *The Haunting of Hill House*. He also created the comedy show *Everyone Is Doing Great* alongside his former co-star, Stephen Colletti. Lafferty married Alexandra Park in 2022.

7. Paul Johansson

Many fans know him as the memorable villainous father from *One Tree Hill*. Throughout his career, he’s also appeared in popular shows like *Beverly Hills, 90210* and *Mad Men*, as well as films including *John Q*, *Santa Barbara*, *Van Helsing*, and the *Detective Knight* series. Away from acting, he’s a dedicated and loving father to his son, Quinn.

8. Barbara Alyn Woods

Beth Broderick played Nathan’s witty and unpredictable mother. Before becoming known for her role on *One Tree Hill*, she appeared in shows like *Eden*, *Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show*, and *Seinfeld*. More recently, she starred in *Chucky* with her daughter, Alyvia Alyn Lind. Both of her other daughters, Natalie and Emily, are also actresses.

9. Barry Corbin

He was known for bringing intelligence, wit, and genuine emotion to his roles. A seasoned television actor with credits including *WarGames*, *Northern Exposure*, and *The Thorn Birds*, he continued to appear in popular shows like *Anger Management*, *Modern Family*, *Better Call Saul*, *Yellowstone*, and *Killers of the Flower Moon*. Beyond acting, Corbin is a true cowboy and has been honored with induction into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame.

10. Antwon Tanner

Tanner was known as the naturally cool friend that everyone enjoyed being around. He started his career with appearances in shows like *Coach Carter* before landing his role on *Tree Hill*. After that, he continued acting in independent films such as *The Dempsey Sisters* and *Fade Away*, the comedy series *Black Jesus*, and the 2020 holiday movie *A Christmas Wish*. Most recently, he appeared in the 2023 film *Packz*.

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2025-10-16 14:45