What Happened to Wil Traval?
Wil Traval is an Australian actor known for his significant roles in television dramas, including Dr. Jack Quade on 'All Saints' and Will Simpson on Netflix's 'Jessica Jones'. He has built a diverse career across Australian and American television, and as of September 2026, he is set to join the cast of the long-running American soap opera 'General Hospital' as a mysterious new character named Jude.
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Wil Traval is an Australian actor who has had a prominent career in television, notably for his roles as Dr. Jack Quade in 'All Saints' and Will Simpson in 'Jessica Jones'. Most recently, as of September 18, 2026, Traval has been cast in the ABC daytime drama 'General Hospital' as a new, mysterious character named Jude, with his debut anticipated in October 2026.
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Born in Victoria, Australia
William Traval, known as Wil Traval, was born on a strawberry farm near Colac, Victoria, Australia.
Television Debut in Australia
Traval made his television debut in his native Australia, appearing in 'White Collar Blue'.
Joins 'All Saints' as Dr. Jack Quade
Wil Traval became a main cast member on the Australian hospital drama 'All Saints', playing Dr. Jack Quade until 2008, a role that brought him significant recognition.
Main Cast in 'Underbelly: The Golden Mile'
He took on a main role as Joe Dooley in the Australian crime drama 'Underbelly: The Golden Mile'.
Appears in 'Once Upon a Time'
Traval began a recurring role as Keith/Sheriff of Nottingham in the popular ABC fantasy series 'Once Upon a Time'.
Guest Roles in 'Dexter' and 'The Glades'
He expanded his American TV presence with guest appearances in acclaimed series such as 'Dexter' and 'The Glades'.
Marries Terasa Livingstone
Wil Traval married fellow actress Terasa Livingstone.
Cast as Will Simpson in 'Jessica Jones'
Traval gained international recognition for his role as Will Simpson in the Netflix superhero drama 'Jessica Jones', appearing in seasons 1 and 2.
Appears in film 'Antidote'
He starred as James in the film 'Antidote'.
Stars in Netflix's 'Messiah'
Traval played the role of Will Mathers in the Netflix thriller series 'Messiah'.
Joins 'General Hospital' as Jude
It was announced that Wil Traval has been cast as a mysterious new character named Jude on the ABC daytime drama 'General Hospital', with his debut slated for October 2026.
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William 'Wil' Traval, born on July 9, 1980, in Victoria, Australia, embarked on his acting journey after studying Media and Literature at La Trobe University and later at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). His early career saw him gain significant recognition in his native Australia, most notably for his role as Dr. Jack Quade on the popular hospital drama 'All Saints,' which he starred in from 2004 to 2008.
Traval successfully transitioned to American television, building a robust filmography across various crime procedurals and genre series. He made guest appearances in shows like 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,' 'Dexter,' 'Leverage,' 'Grimm,' 'Chicago P.D.,' and 'Arrow.' A key turning point in his international career came with his casting as Will Simpson in the Netflix superhero drama 'Jessica Jones,' a role he played from 2015 to 2018, which significantly raised his profile among global audiences. He also had a recurring role as the Sheriff of Nottingham/Keith in ABC's 'Once Upon a Time' and appeared in Netflix's 'Messiah' as Will Mathers.
In his personal life, Traval married actress Terasa Livingstone in 2014. His career continued with roles in series like 'Dynasty,' where he played Caleb Collins. Traval is known for his versatility, having tackled a range of characters from heroic figures to more complex, morally ambiguous roles, often in tension-driven narratives.
As of September 18, 2026, Wil Traval has been announced as a new cast member for the long-running ABC daytime soap opera 'General Hospital.' He is set to portray a mysterious character named Jude, with his debut scheduled for October 2026. Details about Jude's storyline and connections within Port Charles are being kept under wraps, generating anticipation among fans about how his character will integrate into the existing narratives, potentially linked to Australian-based storylines or other mysterious newcomers. This role marks Traval's entry into American daytime television, adding another dimension to his extensive acting career.
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