Brian Krause is an American actor, born on February 1, 1969, in El Toro, California. He is best known for his role as Leo Wyatt, the Whitelighter, on the television series Charmed (1998–2006), where he became a fan favorite. Before Charmed, he appeared in films such as Return to the Blue Lagoon and Sleepwalkers. Krause has also worked steadily in television, with guest roles in various series and appearances at fan conventions. He is mainly recognized for his contributions to fantasy and supernatural television.