Meet the Cast of Carolina Blue

Meet the Cast of Carolina Blue

We're thrilled to pull back the curtain and introduce the talented actors bringing the men and women of Carolina Blue to life. From seasoned local performers to a cast member who actually walked the beat before stepping in front of a camera, this ensemble brings real depth, heart, and authenticity to every scene. Get to know the faces behind the badges.

Lt. Jack Davis played by Shawn Hawthorne

Shawn Hawthorne is a North Carolina native who grew up in Raleigh and got his start in front of the camera almost by accident, after a local producer approached him about a role in the short film Yankee Escapee. Since then he's built a steady list of credits including Skateshop, Brandon, and Fatal Attraction, and he's no stranger to the Carolina Blue world already, having contributed as a writer on the project as well. Shawn brings a grounded, homegrown presence to Lt. Jack Davis that only comes from someone who's spent his life in this state.

Detective Elena Rojas — played by Sofia Bragar

Sofia Bragar is a Chilean-born actress, singer, and dancer now based between Los Angeles and Miami, with on-screen credits spanning Amazon's Augment, Five-Tool Player, and Imposter The Series, alongside a strong theater résumé that includes leading roles in In the Heights and Rent. That mix of stage discipline and screen versatility makes her a natural fit for the sharp, determined Detective Elena Rojas.

Detective Wes Bryant played by Montel Clark

Montel Clark brings something few actors can claim: real experience on the job. Before stepping into acting, Montel served as a real police officer, and that firsthand knowledge of law enforcement work shows up in every scene as Detective Wes Bryant. It's the kind of authenticity that can't be taught in an acting class — it's lived.

Detective Arin Sharpe played by Marty Stroupe

Marty Stroupe is a Charlotte-based actress and performer with a background that spans stage work and screen roles alike. Known locally for her range and her long-standing ties to the Charlotte performing arts community, Marty steps into Detective Arin Sharpe with the confidence of someone who knows how to command a scene.

Detective Ben Carter — played by Davis Hickson

Davis Hickson is an up-and-coming actor recognized for his work in Whispers in the Hollow (2024). He brings a fresh energy to Detective Ben Carter, rounding out the detective squad with a character who's still finding his footing — much like Davis himself is building an exciting and fast-growing career.

Captain Hal Preston — played by Ryan Patton

Ryan Patton is a local Charlotte actor whose deep ties to the area make him a perfect fit for the world of Carolina Blue. As Captain Hal Preston, Ryan steps into the role of the department's steady hand — the guy holding the whole precinct together.

Lt. Scott Bishop played by Remy Wallace

Remy Wallace has been a working actor for more than two decades, training and performing in Philadelphia, New York City, and Los Angeles before landing in Charlotte, where he now teaches as an acting and taping instructor at Acting Out Studio. With stage, film, television, and commercial credits under his belt, Remy brings a seasoned, disciplined craft to Lt. Scott Bishop.

Officer Carson played by Jessica Lawrence-Wallen

Jessica Lawrence-Wallen spent 17 years serving with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department before transitioning into acting. Like Montel Clark, she brings genuine, on-the-ground law enforcement experience to her role as Officer Carson, giving the character a truth and texture that instantly resonates with anyone who's ever worked alongside real officers.

With two cast members who've actually worn the badge in real life, a local acting instructor, and a roster of performers with credits stretching from Charlotte to Los Angeles, Carolina Blue is shaping up to be a series built on authenticity as much as talent. Stay tuned, there's a lot more to come.