Taylor Kitsch was born in Kelwona, British Columbia but grew up in Vancouver. As a child, he aspired to become an actor. Eventually, he moved to New York to pursue his dreams by studying with acting coach Sheila Grey. Later, he landed a role in the film Pacific Air 121. This was followed by several projects like John Tucker Must Die, The Covenant, Kyle XY and Godiva. Currently, he plays Tim Riggins in the television series Friday Night Lights.
Tim Riggins is the fullback of the Dillon Panthers. He is the best friend of
Jason Street and had a relationship with Jason's girlfriend,
Lyla , behind his back while Jason was paralyzed. Moreover, Tim has an "on and off" girlfriend,
Tyra . Though he often depicts a gloomy facade, he is considered to be the backbone of the football team. Sadly, he suffers from alcoholism.