History of Charles Melton in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 15, 2026

Charles Melton is an American actor who transitioned from modeling to acting. He had early guest roles in TV series like *Glee* and *American Horror Story: Hotel*. His breakthrough role came as Reggie Mantle in the CW series *Riverdale*, where he gained significant recognition.

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1990: Mother's Immigration

In 1990, Charles Melton's mother, a Korean immigrant, moved to the United States with his father.

January 4, 1991: Charles Melton's Birth

On January 4, 1991, Charles Michael Melton was born.

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2009: High School Graduation

In 2009, Charles Melton graduated from Manhattan High School.

2012: Moved to Los Angeles

In 2012, Charles Melton moved to Los Angeles, California, to pursue acting.

2014: Guest Role on Glee

In 2014, Charles Melton appeared as a guest on the television series Glee.

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2015: Guest Role on American Horror Story: Hotel

In 2015, Charles Melton had a guest role on American Horror Story: Hotel.

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2016: Continued Role on American Horror Story: Hotel

Charles Melton continued his guest role on American Horror Story: Hotel in 2016.

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2017: Breakthrough Role in Riverdale

In 2017, Charles Melton achieved his breakthrough with the portrayal of Reggie Mantle in the CW series Riverdale.

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2017: Cast as Reggie Mantle in Riverdale

In 2017, Charles Melton gained mainstream attention when he was cast as Reggie Mantle in the second season of the CW series Riverdale, replacing Ross Butler.

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October 2018: Began Dating Camila Mendes

In October 2018, Charles Melton began dating Riverdale co-star Camila Mendes.

December 2019: Ended Relationship with Camila Mendes

In December 2019, Charles Melton's relationship with Camila Mendes ended.

2019: Leading Role in The Sun Is Also a Star

In 2019, Charles Melton gained recognition for his leading role in the romance film The Sun Is Also a Star.

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2021: Briefly Dated Camila Mendes Again

In 2021, Charles Melton briefly dated Camila Mendes again.

2022: Dated Chase Sui Wonders

In early 2022, Charles Melton dated Chase Sui Wonders until that summer.

2023: Co-starred in May December

In 2023, Charles Melton co-starred in the Todd Haynes directed Netflix drama film May December alongside Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore. He received critical acclaim, winning several awards, and was nominated for the Golden Globe Award.

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