Who played Tristan DuGray on "Gilmore Girls" and then Charlie on "Dawson's Creek"?

Chad Michael Murray played Tristin DuGray on “Gilmore Girls” and later portrayed Charlie Todd on “Dawson’s Creek.”

On “Gilmore Girls,” Tristin was a wealthy, flirtatious student at Chilton Preparatory School and one of Rory Gilmore’s classmates. Murray appeared primarily during the show’s first season, with a later appearance in season two. The character’s teasing rivalry with Rory and romantic interest in her helped make Tristin memorable despite his limited screen time.

Murray then joined “Dawson’s Creek” as Charlie Todd, a musician and womanizer who became involved with Jen Lindley, played by Michelle Williams. Charlie appeared during the show’s fifth season and into its sixth season, giving Murray another role in a prominent early-2000s teen drama.

A common mix-up is the character’s spelling: official references generally use “Tristin DuGray,” although “Tristan” and “Dugray” variants are widespread in fan discussions. Murray later became best known for playing Lucas Scott on “One Tree Hill,” as well as appearing in films including “Freaky Friday” and “A Cinderella Story.”