Unveiling the Mysteries: Catching Up with the ‘House of Wax’ Cast - Where Are Chad Michael Murray, Elisha Cuthbert, Jared Padalecki, and More Now?

In 2005, House of Wax, loosely based on the 1953 horror film of the same name, presented a new wave of intense torture scenes and horrifying thrills. However, unlike Saw, the focus of House of Wax's terrifying moments was on a star-studded cast of popular TV actors from the 2000s.

Chad Michael Murray and Elisha Cuthbert portrayed twins who find themselves stranded near an abandoned wax museum during a camping trip with their friends, played by Jared Padalecki, Paris Hilton, Robert Ri’Chard, and Jon Abrahams. As the story unfolds, the teenage characters quickly become the targets of a relentless stalker, connected to the unsettling Trudy's House of Wax.

Hilton's character in House of Wax was anticipated to be killed off by fans even before the film's release. It was Hilton's first major motion picture role. Reflecting on her character Paige's death scene, Hilton expressed her excitement, describing it as the "coolest" and "awesome," even cheering for it.

Ever since the release of the film House of Wax in 2005, several of its actors have gained significant recognition and a dedicated fan base. Continue reading to discover the current whereabouts of the House of Wax cast:

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'House of Wax' Cast: Where Are Chad Michael Murray, Elisha Cuthbert, Jared Padalecki and More Now?

In 2005, House of Wax, loosely based on the 1953 horror film of the same name, provided audiences with an abundance of creepy torture scenes and grotesque scares. However, unlike Saw, the focus of House of Wax's intense moments were directed towards a talented cast of popular TV stars from the 2000s.

Chad Michael Murray and Elisha Cuthbert played twins who find themselves stranded near an abandoned wax museum during a camping trip. They are accompanied by friends portrayed by Jared Padalecki, Paris Hilton, Robert Ri’Chard, and Jon Abrahams. As the story unfolds, the group of teens becomes the target of a relentless stalker, whose motives are somehow connected to the unsettling Trudy’s House of Wax.

Prior to the film's release, there was a sense among fans that Hilton's character would meet a fatal end in House of Wax, marking her debut in a significant cinematic role.

Hilton described the death scene of her character, Paige, as the most impressive, expressing excitement and applause. Following the film's release in 2005, numerous cast members have since gained increased fame and a dedicated fanbase. Continue reading to discover the current whereabouts of the House of Wax cast.

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Elisha Cuthbert (Carly)

Cuthbert's role in House of Wax further solidified her status as a mini scream queen, building on her previous appearances in Are You Afraid of the Dark? and 24. The 2005 film not only showcased her character Carly's struggle to survive brutal attacks that claimed the lives of her boyfriend (Padalecki) and friends, but also explored the unique bond between Carly and her twin brother Nick (Murray), mirroring the twisted connection between their killers, who were revealed to be conjoined twins.

Cuthbert's success on television did not wane after the conclusion of 24 in 2010. She went on to star in Happy Endings from 2011 to 2020 and The Ranch from 2016 to 2020. In 2013, she tied the knot with hockey star Dion Phaneuf, and the couple now have two children together.

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Chad Michael Murray (Nick)

Murray and Padalecki had previously worked together on Gilmore Girls before reuniting on the big screen for House of Wax in 2005. At that time, Murray was already two years into his lead role as Lucas Scott on One Tree Hill, where he met and briefly married his co-star Sophia Bush. The couple got married in 2005 but ended up getting divorced several months later, with their divorce being finalized in 2006.

After leaving One Tree Hill in 2009, Murray continued his television career, earning credits in various holiday TV movies and appearing in a nine-episode arc on Riverdale. In 2021, he returned to the horror genre, this time portraying the villain as the titular serial killer in Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman. Murray is now set to star in The CW's Sullivan's Crossing in the fall of 2023.

After their encounter on the set of Crackle's Chosen in 2014, Sarah Roemer and

embarked on a journey of love. Their commitment deepened, leading them to exchange vows in the following year and eventually become parents to two beautiful children. The couple recently shared the joyous news that they are expecting their third baby, anticipated to join their growing family in July 2023.

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Jared Padalecki (Wade)

Padalecki's character in House of Wax has one of the most unforgettable death scenes in the horror film. 2005 marked a significant year for the actor as he wrapped up his role as Dean Forrester on Gilmore Girls and began his iconic portrayal as Sam Winchester on Supernatural, which aired until 2020.

Furthermore, Padalecki returned as Dean in the 2016 Gilmore Girls miniseries, A Year in the Life. He later went on to star in Walker, the CW's reboot of Walker: Texas Ranger. In 2010, the actor married Genevieve Padalecki, and the couple now has three children together.

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Paris Hilton (Paige)

Hilton was already a bonafide star when she was cast in House of Wax in 2005, thanks to her A-list socialite lifestyle and hit reality show The Simple Life.

Hilton's self-titled debut album, released the next year, included the successful track "Stars Are Blind." She further solidified her presence in pop culture with various reality shows, a minor role in the 2010 film The Bling Ring, a flourishing career as a DJ, and other ventures. In 2021, Hilton tied the knot with Carter Reum and subsequently celebrated the arrival of their first child.

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Robert Ri’Chard (Blake)

Following his role as Hilton's boyfriend in House of Wax, the actor from Cousin Skeeter achieved great success on television. He appeared in popular shows like Meet the Browns, and also had guest arcs on The Vampire Diaries and Empire.

Ri’Chard is in a relationship with longtime girlfriend Meg Ellspermann.

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Jon Abrahams (Dalton)

Abrahams played Dalton in House of Wax, where he portrays the friend who uncovers the unsettling truth that Padalecki’s character, Wade, has been transformed into a wax sculpture. (Unfortunately, Abrahams' character meets a similar fate.)

Having gained recognition for his performance in Meet the Parents, Abrahams continued to secure roles in several other horror movies. He is also well-remembered for his character as Cindy Campbell's (played by Anna Faris) boyfriend in Scary Movie. Abrahams prefers to keep his personal dating life private.

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Brian Van Holt (Bo and Vincent)

Van Holt, known for his chilling portrayal of the menacing twins Vincent and Bo in the 2005 film House of Wax, continued to achieve success in the television industry. He notably starred alongside Courteney Cox in the popular TV series Cougar Town from 2009 to 2015.

The Black Hawk Down star has been married to Tracee Van Holt since 2020.

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Damon Herriman (Lester)

Herriman, known for his role as Bo and Vincent's brother in House of Wax, delivered a chilling twist ending. He has since maintained a steady acting career, appearing in popular TV shows like Breaking Bad, Lead, Vegas, and Justified. Additionally, Herriman has made an impact in villainous roles in successful films such as J. Edgar and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, where he portrayed the infamous Charles Manson, a character he also played on an episode of Mindhunter.

Similar to his House of Wax co-star Abrahams, this Australian actor prefers to keep his personal life private.