| First Name | Michael |
| Middle Name | Eric |
| Last Name | Hurst |
| Full Name at Birth | Michael Eric Hurst |
| Age | 54 |
| Date of Birth | September 20, 1957 |
| Birthplace | Lancashire, England |
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
| Build | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Star Sign | Virgo |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Nationality | New Zealander |
| High School | Papanui High School |
| University | University of Canterbury |
| Occupation Category | Actor |
| Claim to Fame | Hercules: The Legendary Journeys |
Michael Eric Hurst, ONZM (born 20 September 1957) is a New Zealand actor, director and writer, mostly on stage and television. He is probably best known internationally for playing Iolaus in the television programs Hercules: The Legendary Journeys and companion series Xena: Warrior Princess. Most recently, he is known for his role in directing the popular Starz series Spartacus: Blood and Sand.
Selected Michael Hurst film and TV show credits: