Michael Welch

Michael Alan Welch (born July 25, 1987) is an American actor. He is best known for the role of Luke Girardi on the television series Joan of Arcadia and for the role of Mike Newton in the films Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn.

Welch was born in Los Angeles, California.[1] His father is Protestant and his mother Jewish, and he identifies as Jewish.[2]

Welch is known for his role as the popular Mike Newton in The Twilight Saga film series. Although he auditioned for the part of Edward Cullen, he was cast in the role of Mike Newton.[3] He’s also well known for his role as Luke Girardi in the television series Joan of Arcadia, which ran for two seasons (2003–05).