See How Much the Cast of ‘Criminal Minds’ Has Changed Since Season 1!

Dec 10, 2015 4:21 pm·

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Thomas Gibson (Aaron “Hotch” Hotchner)

In between hunting for UNSUBS, Thomas has appeared in the feature film I’ll Believe You, while guest-starring on sitcoms Two and a Half Men and Hot in Cleveland. He also provided the voice for comic book villain Deathstroke in the animated film Son of Batman. Although Thomas and his wife, Christine, separated in 2011, they continue to share their San Antonio, Texas home for the sake of their kids, James Parker, Travis Carter (who was featured in a Season 10 episode of CI) and Agatha Marie.

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Shemar Moore (Derek Morgan)

Since the debut of Criminal Minds, Shemar has appeared in the films Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Motives 2 and Kill Me, Deadly. He’s also voiced Victor Stone/Cyborg in the animated films Justice League: War and Justice League: Throne of Atlantis. In his personal life, Shemar is known for some pretty wild parties (some of which have involved the police). Due to his mother suffering from multiple sclerosis, he and other CI cast members have helped to raise money to fight the disease.

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A.J. Cook (Jennifer “JJ” Jareau)

A.J. has amassed a number of non-Criminal Minds credits over the years, including I’m Reed Fish, Night Skies, Misconceptions, Least Among Saints and War. Born in Canada, A.J. is in a long-term relationship with Nathan Andersen. Together they’re the parents of Mekhai (who has appeared on several episodes of CI) and Phoenix Sky.

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Matthew Gray Gubler Dr. Spencer Reid)

Between seasons of the show, Matthew has appeared in the films RV, (500) Days of Summer, Excision, Life After Beth, Suburban Gothic and Band of Robbers. Anyone who’s a fan of the Chipmunks films might be surprised to learn that he provides the voice of Simon. Beyond acting, Matthew enjoys painting and in 2014 became an ordained minister. One of the first weddings he performed was between CI’s Paget Brewster and best friend Steve Damstra.

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Kirsten Vandsness (Penelope Garcia)

Kirsten has been busy over the years since CI began, appearing in films like Scream of the Bikini, In My Sleep, The Chicago 8, and Kill Me Deadly, and having recurring roles on the TV shows Pretty the Series (14 episodes) and Shelf Life (six episodes). Although in the past Kirsten has proclaimed that she’s a lesbian — she dated film/TV editor Melanie Goldstein from 2006 to 2013 — last month she got engaged to her actor/writer boyfriend, Keith Hanson.

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Joe Mantegna (David Rossi)

Acting on stage, in film and on television since 1969, Joe has amassed an extraordinary number of credits over the decades. And that’s continued since he joined CI in the show’s third season. Films include Elvis and Annabelle, Hank and Mike, West of Brooklyn, Witness Protection, The Last Hit Man The House That Jack Built, Pop Shock and Valentine’s Day. Joe has been married to Arlene Wrhel since 1975 and they’re the parents of Mia and Gia.

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