Paul Sparks

Paul Sparks (born October 16, 1971) is an American actor known for his roles in various film and television productions. He gained recognition for his portrayal of gangster Mickey Doyle in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire and writer Thomas Yates in the Netflix series House of Cards. Sparks has also appeared in several films including Deception (2008), Afterschool (2008), Mud (2012), and The Greatest Showman (2017). In addition to his screen work, Sparks has had recurring roles in TV shows such as Physical and The Girlfriend Experience. Born in Marlow, Oklahoma, Sparks attended Marlow High School before earning a scholarship to study chemistry at Oklahoma State University.