In first place we have Jensen Ackles who plays Mark Meachum on Countdown.
In Countdown Season 1, Episode 9 (“10-33”), Jensen Ackles delivers one of his most emotionally intense performances yet as Mark Meachum, a hardened agent grappling with both external threats and internal demons. The episode picks up immediately after the shocking cliffhanger of Episode 8, where team leader Blythe (Eric Dane) is stabbed by the villain Volchek. As the team scrambles to respond, Meachum is pulled deeper into the chaos — all while his brain tumor symptoms worsen, threatening his ability to function. Episode 9 is a standout for Jensen Ackles. It showcases his range — from action hero to emotionally complex lead — and cements Meachum as the heart of the series. If you’re a fan of Ackles from Supernatural or The Boys, this episode proves he’s just as compelling in grounded, high-stakes drama.
In second place we have Blake Ritson as Oscar van Rhijn on The Gilded Age.
In The Gilded Age Season 3, Episode 7 (“Ex-Communicated”), Blake Ritson delivers a deeply moving and career-defining performance as Oscar Van Rhijn, marking a pivotal moment for both his character and the series. Ritson portrays Oscar’s grief with raw vulnerability following the death of his lover, John Adams. His restrained sorrow at the funeral — sitting in the back rather than in his “rightful place” — sets the tone for the episode’s emotional arc. In a climactic confrontation with his mother, Agnes (Christine Baranski), Oscar finally cracks under the weight of secrecy. His line, “Do you really want to know, Mama?” is delivered with a mix of pain, defiance, and exhaustion that encapsulates decades of repression.
In third place we have Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan on Dexter: Resurrection.
In Dexter: Resurrection Episode 9, titled “Touched by an Ángel,”Michael C. Hall delivers one of the most emotionally raw and unforgettable performances of his career — and it’s largely thanks to a moment that wasn’t even in the script.The episode reaches a devastating climax when Angel Batista dies in front of Dexter. As Batista utters his final words — a bitter “f*ck you” — Dexter lets out a guttural, primal scream that stunned viewers. The scream wasn’t planned. It was completely improvised by Michael C. Hall. The scream wasn’t just grief — it was rage, guilt, and helplessness all at once. It echoed the iconic moment from the original series when Dexter finds Rita dead in the bathtub.
Please join us in the comments and on social media in celebrating winner Jensen Ackles as well as the incredible runner-ups. Jensen Ackles has secured a place in the 2025 Performer of the Year competition that will take place at the end of January 2026. Please note that this means he will not be eligible to win again this year so place your future votes and nominations wisely.
Thank you for joining us this time and we hope to see you back at SpoilerTV for our Performer of the Month September 2025!
**Previous Winners 2025**
Winner Jan 2025 : Rebecca Ferguson
Winner Feb 2025 : Melisssa O’Neil
Winner Mar 2025 : Charlie Cox
Winner Apr 2025 : Bella Ramsey
Winner May 2025 : Mariska Hargitay
Winner Jun 2025 : Melissa Benoist
Winner Jul 2025 : Callum McGowan
Winner Aug 2025 : Jensen Ackles