Connor McShane was born on November 14, 1983 in Chicago, IL. His love for art began at an early age and continued throughout his entire life. At an early age he saw great success with football at Valparaiso High School where he was an All-State defensive lineman and was offered many athletic scholarships but eventually turned them down to follow his love for the arts. He attended Indiana University and studied fine art with a concentration in graphic design. After graduating from Indiana University in 2007 he moved back to Chicago and found employment with Tris3ct (an independent marketing agency). In the acting community he is best known for his work with his younger brother Collin McShane and the short films and TV episodes he has appeared in.