Marc Minardi

Updated Fri. Oct. 31 2008 10:11 AM ET

as Lucas Valieri

Originally from Hamilton, Marc Minardi joined Degrassi as Lucas in the seventh season of the series.

Marc first came to the attention of television audiences when he landed a lead role in the popular kids series Ace Lightning, appearing in 39 episodes.

Other selected television credits include roles in Missing, Odyssey 5 and Blue Murder.

Marc is an avid film and car buff.

When not writing music, performing with his band and pursuing his many sports interests, he explores his other passions - writing and directing.