Eoin - pronounced Owen - Macken was born in Dublin on 21 February 1983 and began his interest in drama at University College, Dublin. At the age of 19,he became a highly successful model, chosen as the face of Abercrombie and Fitch, in addition to working for Ralph Lauren, Braun and GQ magazine. After joining the Attic studio of drama he spent some time in Los Angeles, where he directed the well-regarded short, 'Dreaming For You', about young acting hopefuls in Tinseltown, in addition to completing his psychology degree. Back in Ireland he directed and shot a second film, psychological thriller 'Christian Blake' as well as appearing in serial drama 'Fair City.'
Studied acting and began theatre in the University College Dublin drama society.
Has an honors degree in Psychology.
Always wears two charms around his neck - his fathers wedding ring and an Egyptian symbol from his mother.
Living between Dublin and New York.
Skilled in swimming, horseback riding, golf, soccer, athletics, climbing, surfing, sailing and kick-boxing.
Has a younger sister, Freya Macken.
Modelled for Abercrombie and Fitch, Ralph Lauren and GQ. In 2008 was the face of the Braun campaign.
Moved to Los Angeles to train with acting coach Vincent Chase.
In 2007 his father James Macken, esteemed Barrister at Law died.
Favorite song is: "Bat out of hell" by Meatloaf.
