Eric Mabius, the actor who gained fame as Daniel Meade in the hit TV show Ugly Betty, recently found himself in trouble with the law.
On Thursday morning, Mabius, 53, was arrested in Florida on charges of battery. This unexpected arrest has surprised many of his fans, who still recall his role as the charming yet flawed editor from the show.
The actor now faces two misdemeanor charges: battery and resisting an officer without violence. He was taken into custody at Nassau County Jail and Detention Center in the early hours of the morning.
In his mugshot, Mabius appeared quite different from his polished TV persona. With a cut on his face and a noticeable bruise under his right eye, he looked far from the suave character many remember. Dressed in a standard prison jumpsuit, the image contrasted starkly with the character he once portrayed.
Mabius became a household name in 2006 when he was cast as Daniel Meade, the initially self-centered editor-in-chief of MODE magazine on Ugly Betty. Fans watched his character evolve throughout the show’s four seasons, and many appreciated the series for its themes of growth and redemption.
After Ugly Betty, Mabius kept busy with a variety of TV roles. He starred in the Signed, Sealed, Delivered series on the Hallmark Channel, playing Oliver O’Toole, a determined postal detective. He also made appearances on popular shows like Chicago Fire, Scandal, and Blue Bloods, further expanding his fan base.
Known for his versatility, Mabius has taken on a wide range of roles in both television and film, moving from indie dramas and horror projects to romantic comedies and more serious material. Despite staying mostly out of the Hollywood spotlight, he has maintained a steady career.
On a personal note, Mabius was married to Ivy Sherman from 2006 until their separation in 2018. The couple shares two sons, aged 18 and 16. Since his divorce, Mabius has kept his personal life private but revealed in 2024 that he is currently seeing someone new. However, he has chosen not to disclose the identity of his partner.