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Ian Somerhalder was born and raised in [[Covington, Louisiana]], the son of Edna, a massage therapist, and Robert Somerhalder, an independent building contractor.<ref name=ylk>{{Cite news|last=Knutzen|first=Eirik|coauthors=|title=TV Close-Up: Ian Somerhalder|pages=|publisher=Bend Weekly|date=2007-05-25|url=http://www.bendweekly.com/news/6439.html|accessdate=2010-11-20}}</ref> He attended [[St. Paul's School (Covington, Louisiana)|St. Paul's]], a private Catholic school in Covington. He embarked on a modeling career from age 10 to 13,<ref>Interview with [[Jay Leno]], ''[[The Tonight Show]]'', 2010-12-02.</ref> and by the age of 17 he decided to go into acting. |
Ian Somerhalder was born and raised in [[Covington, Louisiana]], the son of Edna, a massage therapist, and Robert Somerhalder, an independent building contractor.<ref name=ylk>{{Cite news|last=Knutzen|first=Eirik|coauthors=|title=TV Close-Up: Ian Somerhalder|pages=|publisher=Bend Weekly|date=2007-05-25|url=http://www.bendweekly.com/news/6439.html|accessdate=2010-11-20}}</ref> He attended [[St. Paul's School (Covington, Louisiana)|St. Paul's]], a private Catholic school in Covington. He embarked on a modeling career from age 10 to 13,<ref>Interview with [[Jay Leno]], ''[[The Tonight Show]]'', 2010-12-02.</ref> and by the age of 17 he decided to go into acting. Ian Somerhalder and his co-star Nina Dobrev dated in 2010-2013 then roomers went around saying they are back together also on his birthday on facebook she wished happy birthday twice in 2010. |
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==Career== |
==Career== |
Revision as of 08:03, 26 July 2014
Ian Somerhalder | |
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Born | Ian Joseph Somerhalder[1] December 8, 1978 Covington, Louisiana, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
Years active | 1997–present |
Notable work | Lost The Vampire Diaries |
Ian Joseph Somerhalder (born December 8, 1978)[2] is an American actor and model, best known for playing Boone Carlyle in the TV drama Lost and Damon Salvatore in the TV drama The Vampire Diaries.
Early life
Ian Somerhalder was born and raised in Covington, Louisiana, the son of Edna, a massage therapist, and Robert Somerhalder, an independent building contractor.[3] He attended St. Paul's, a private Catholic school in Covington. He embarked on a modeling career from age 10 to 13,[4] and by the age of 17 he decided to go into acting. Ian Somerhalder and his co-star Nina Dobrev dated in 2010-2013 then roomers went around saying they are back together also on his birthday on facebook she wished happy birthday twice in 2010.
Career
In the summer of 2000, Somerhalder starred in the short-lived WB series Young Americans, a spin-off of Dawson's Creek. He played Hamilton Fleming, the son of the dean of a prestigious boarding school. In 2002, Somerhalder played bisexual character Paul Denton in Roger Avary's adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis' novel, The Rules of Attraction, alongside James Van Der Beek, Shannyn Sossamon, and Jessica Biel.
In 2004, Somerhalder scored his breakthrough role when he played Boone Carlyle in the hit TV show Lost. Despite his character's death in the twentieth episode of the first season, Somerhalder returned to the role of Boone for seven more episodes between 2005 and 2010, including the series finale. Somerhalder was one of the first actors to be cast in a role for the series[5] and the first major character to die.[6]
In 2009, Somerhalder appeared in the movie The Tournament where he played the role of an assassin participating in a lethal competition with other assassins. He appears in the coffee table book About Face by celebrity photographer John Russo.[7][8]
In June 2009, Somerhalder was cast in the role of Vampire Damon Salvatore as a series regular in The CW television drama series The Vampire Diaries. The series premiere attracted The CW's highest premiere ratings of any season premiere since the network began in 2006. The series has continued to be the highest rated series on its channel with both Somerhalder's performance and the show receiving a positive response from critics. Somerhalder has received a Teen Choice Award for his participation on the series.[9]
In October 2012 it was reported that Somerhalder had been cast in the film Time Framed, which had begun filming in Los Angeles.[10]
Philanthropy
Somerhalder was involved in the cleanup after the Deepwater Horizon oil drilling disaster on April 22, 2010. His efforts included cleaning of oiled wildlife and taping public service announcements to let the public know how they could help.[11] Somerhalder also supports the St. Tammany Humane Society, an organization for animal shelter and welfare. On November 13, 2010, he hosted a Bash on the Bayou charity fundraiser for the Society. During the event, Somerhalder was presented with a donation of $11,100 by The Vampire Diaries fandom for his birthday project.[12][13][14][15]
Together with his The Vampire Diaries co-stars Candice Accola and Michael Trevino, Somerhalder supports the It Gets Better Project, which makes it a goal to prevent suicide among LGBT youth[16] associated with The Trevor Project.[17]
Somerhalder announced, via Twitter and in various interviews that he was setting up "Ian Somerhalder Foundation" (launched on December 8, 2010, Somerhalder's 32nd birthday), which he hopes will educate people on the importance of protecting the environment and animals: "Instead of gifts this year, my birthday wish is that we come together and raise funds to support projects that protect our habitat and nurture our furry friends.[18][19]
Personal life
In September 2011, Somerhalder confirmed that he and his The Vampire Diaries co-star Nina Dobrev were in a relationship.[20][21] In May 2013, it was reported that the relationship had ended.[22] This was later confirmed by Teen Wolf and Arrow actor and close friend Colton Haynes.[23]
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1998 | Celebrity | Unconfirmed | Uncredited |
2001 | Life as a House | Josh | |
2002 | Changing Hearts | Jason Kelly | |
2002 | The Rules of Attraction | Paul Denton | |
2004 | In Enemy Hands | U.S.S. Swordfish Danny Miller | |
2004 | The Old Man and the Studio | Matt | Short Film |
2006 | National Lampoon's TV: The Movie | Unconfirmed | Uncredited |
2006 | Pulse | Dexter | |
2006 | The Sensation of Sight | Drifter | |
2008 | The Lost Samaritan | William Archer | |
2009 | Wake | Tyler | |
2009 | The Tournament | Miles Slade | |
2010 | How to Make Love to a Woman | Daniel Meltzer | |
2013 | Caught On Tape | Officer Lewis | |
2013 | Time Framed | Agent Black | Short Film |
2014 | The Anomaly | Harkin Langham |
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1997 | The Big Easy | I.Q. | 1 episode: "The Black Bag" |
1999 | Now and Again | Brian | 1 episode: "A Girl's Life" |
2000 | Young Americans | Hamilton Fleming | Main cast; all 8 episodes |
2001 | Anatomy of a Hate Crime | Russell Henderson | TV Film |
2002 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Tony Del Nagro | 1 episode: "Revenge Is Best Served Cold" |
2002 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Charlie Baker | 1 episode: "Dominance" |
2003 | CSI: Miami | Ricky Murdoch | 1 episode: "The Best Defense" |
2004 | Fearless | Jordan Gracie | Unsold TV pilot |
2004 | Smallville | Adam Knight | 6 episodes |
2007 | Marco Polo | Marco Polo | TV Film |
2007 | Tell Me You Love Me | Nick | 6 episodes |
2008 | Lost City Raiders | Jack Kubiak | TV Film |
2009 | Fireball | Lee Cooper | TV Film |
2004–2010 | Lost | Boone Carlyle | Main Cast; 28 episodes |
2009–present | The Vampire Diaries | Damon Salvatore | Main cast |
2014 | Years of Living Dangerously | As himself | Documentary series 1 episode: "Ice & Brimstone" |
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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2002 | Young Hollywood Awards | Exciting New Face – Male | N/A | Won |
2005 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Breakout Performance – Male | Lost | Nominated |
2006 | Screen Actors Guild Award | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Lost (with cast) | Won |
2010 | Young Hollywood Awards[24] | Cast To Watch (with Paul Wesley and Nina Dobrev) | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2010 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Villain | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2010 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice Male Hottie | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2011 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Actor Fantasy/Sci-Fi | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2011 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice Vampire | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2011 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice Male Hottie | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2011 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite TV Drama Actor | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2011 | J-14 Teen Icon Awards | Iconic TV Actor | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2012 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite TV Drama Actor | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2012 | Genesis Awards | Humane Society | Won | |
2012 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Actor – Fantasy/Sci-Fi | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2012 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice Male Hottie | The Vampire Diaries | Won[25] |
2012 | Do Something Awards | Best TV Star | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2012 | Do Something Awards | Nominated | ||
2012 | Environmental Media Awards | EMA Futures Award | Won | |
2012 | Fright Night Awards | Favorite Male TV/Movie Vampire | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2012 | International Green Awards | Most Responsible Celebrity | Won | |
2012 | J-14 Teen Icon Awards | Iconic TV actor | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2013 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite Dramatic TV Actor | The Vampire Diaries | Nominated |
2013 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Actor: Fantasy/Sci-Fi | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2014 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actor | The Vampire Diaries | Won[26] |
2014 | People's Choice Awards | Favorite On Screen Chemistry (with Nina Dobrev) | The Vampire Diaries | Won |
2014 | MTVU Fandom Awards | Ship Of The Year (with Nina Dobrev) | The Vampire Diaries | Won [27] |
2014 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice TV Actor Fantasy/Sci-Fi | The Vampire Diaries | Pending |
2014 | Teen Choice Awards | Choice Male Hottie | The Vampire Diaries | Pending |
2014 | Young Hollywood Awards | Best Threesome (with Paul Wesley and Nina Dobrev) | The Vampire Diaries | Pending |
References
- ^ Barrientos, Tanya (December 16, 2005). "Kanye West prepared for a disappointment". philly.com. Retrieved 16 October 2013.
- ^ "Ian Somerhalder Biography". TVGuide.com. Retrieved May 9, 2013.
- ^ Knutzen, Eirik (2007-05-25). "TV Close-Up: Ian Somerhalder". Bend Weekly. Retrieved 2010-11-20.
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(help) - ^ Interview with Jay Leno, The Tonight Show, 2010-12-02.
- ^ Whitelocks, Sadie (October 16, 2012). "Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder opens up about THOSE Fifty Shades casting rumours as he works smouldering gaze for Mr Porter". Daily mail. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ^ "Is Lost Boy Boone Really Dead?". TV Guide. April 13, 2005. Retrieved August 1, 2013.
- ^ Press Worldwide[dead link]
- ^ Metro Source LA magazine
- ^ Schneider, Michael (2009-03-25). "Somerhalder joins 'Vampire Diaries'". Variety. Retrieved 2010-05-18.
- ^ Rahbar, Sabba (October 22, 2012). "Ian Somerhalder Kicks Some Major Ass On The Set Of His New Film "Time Framed"". CELEBUZZ!. Retrieved October 26, 2012.
- ^ "'Vampire Diaries' Star Ian Somerhalder Comes Home To New Orleans To Help Wildlife Affected By Oil Spill". Abc26.com. 2010-05-06. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ Grace Sydney (2010-10-01). "Ian Somerhalder Attending St. Tammany Humane Society Fundraiser". DogTipper.com. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ Shenna P. (2010-11-16). "Ian Somerhalder Fans Take NOLA By Storm". Life Not So Fab. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ Unleashed Recap Plus More on Ian Somerhalder’s Foundation (2010-11-17). Vampire Diaries Online.
- ^ "Ian Somerhalder Hosting 'Unleashed: Bash on the Bayou' – Ian Somerhalder". Zimbio. 2010-11-15. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ Parker-Pope, Tara (2010-09-22). "Showing Gay Teens a Happy Future". The New York Times.
- ^ "The Trevor Project – It Gets Better!". YouTube. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ "Ian Somerhalder Foundation". Isfoundation.com. Retrieved 2011-03-12.
- ^ Vee (2010-11-16). "Exclusive: Ian Somerhalder Set to Launch His Foundation, Explains How You Can Help", vampire-diaries.net.
- ^ Selby, Jenn (September 13, 2011). "Ian Somerhalder confirms relationship with Nina Dobrev". Glamour. Retrieved May 17, 2013.
- ^ Johnson, Zach (2011-09-12). "Ian Somerhalder and Nina Dobrev: Why We Love Each Other". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2013-01-01.
- ^ Saad, Nardine (May 9, 2013). "Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder split up". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2013-05-09.
- ^ Schumann, Rebecka (2013-06-28). "Nina Dobrev, Ian Somerhalder Break Up Confirmed; Actor Colton Haynes Says 'Vampire Diaries' Stars Are Single [VIDEO]". Retrieved 2013-06-28.
- ^ "Young Hollywood Award Winners". All Voices. May 14, 2010. Retrieved May 7, 2012.
- ^ "Teen magic". Hindustan Times. Press Trust of India. 24 July 2012.
- ^ Hilton, Perez (January 8, 2014). "Ian Somerhalder Beats Out the Competition for Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actor at the 2014 People's Choice Awards!". PerezHilton.com. Retrieved May 16, 2014.
- ^ http://www.mtv.com/news/1878526/veronica-mars-fandom-awards/
External links
- 1978 births
- American male film actors
- American male models
- American male television actors
- Living people
- People from Covington, Louisiana
- Male actors from New Orleans, Louisiana
- 20th-century American male actors
- 21st-century American male actors
- American philanthropists
- LGBT rights activists from the United States