Hamilton began his career as a ballet dancer with The Australian Ballet before becoming a model. He later transitioned into acting and won his first notable role in the television film Samson and Delilah. That same year, he took over the lead role in the series Cover Up after the death of the series' lead actor, Jon-Erik Hexum. One of Hamilton's best-known roles was that of Max Harte, an agent in the revival of Mission: Impossible. Hamilton was born in Liverpool , England and was orphaned when he was two weeks old.

Anthony Cornelius Hamilton born January 28, [1] is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who rose to fame with his platinum-selling second studio album Comin' from Where I'm From , which featured the title track single " Comin' from Where I'm From " and the follow-up " Charlene ". Nominated for 17 Grammy Awards , he is also known for the song "Freedom" from the soundtrack album of Django Unchained co-written and sung as a duo with indie soul singer Elayna Boynton. Hamilton started singing in his church's choir at age He attended South Mecklenburg High School where he sang in their award-winning choir under the direction of Mark Setzer. Hamilton's first compilation album, Soulife , was composed of songs recorded during the early part of his career.

Initially born in England in May , Antony got adopted by an Australian military family. He grew up in Adelaide , Australia where he classically trained in ballet and acting since the age of While he danced with the Australian ballet, his good looks led to a modeling career in Europe and acting studies in the US. He snagged the role of fellow actor, Jon-Erik Hexum.