Derek Theler
Derek Theler | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 29, 1986 Fort Collins, Colorado, United States |
| Alma mater | Colorado State University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) (1.96)[1] |
| Website | derektheler |
Derek Theler (born October 29, 1986) is an American film and television actor and model.
Acting career
Derek started his acting career in 2009, starring in several minor roles in TV series such as The Middle, Cougar Town, and The Hills.[2] He also auditioned for Captain America but was not cast.[3]
In 2012, Theler landed his first major role when he was cast in the ABC Family comedy, Baby Daddy, playing Danny Wheeler, the brother (and roommate) of a guy who finds out he is a father when someone drops a baby off on their doorstep.[4][5]
In between acting gigs, Theler appeared as a model in TV commercials. He first landed a coveted Coke Zero commercial in 2009.[6] This then followed by a campaign for State Farm, in which he played a 'hot guy' who is 'sensitive' and has a 'dark side.'[7] He has also been in commercials for Nike, Kayak.com, Arby's, and Verizon.[8]
Aside from acting, he was also the writer and executive producer of a short film called Intrusion,[9] he also enjoys playing football and swimming, Theler currently resides in Los Angeles.
Personal Life
Theler was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 3[10].
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | G Love | Cliff | Short |
| 2010 | Intrusion | Mike Myers | Short |
| Valentine's Day | Masseuse | Uncredited | |
| Get Him to the Greek | Standard Guest | Uncredited | |
| 2011 | Katherine Heigl Hates Balls | Model | Short movie |
| Camp Virginovich | Derek Moore |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | The Hills | Himself | Guest star in episode "New Year, New Friends" |
| 2009 | Cougar Town | Beach Guy | Episode "Two Gunslingers" (Uncredited) |
| The Middle | Sound Guy | Episode "The Scratch" (uncredited) | |
| 2009–2010 | The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien | Bike Cop / Loki | Uncredited |
| 2010 | Vampire Zombie Werewolf | Derekktor | |
| 2011 | Conan | All-Star / Thor | Uncredited |
| 90210 | Shawn | 2 episodes | |
| 2012–present | Baby Daddy | Danny Wheeler | Main role |
| 2013 | Hey Tucker! | Derek Theler | Mini-Series |
References
- ^ Terrones, Terry. "MEDIA BUZZ: Q&A with actor and Colorado-native Derek Theler". ColoradoSprings.com. Retrieved 13 January 2013.
- ^ Corriston, Michelle (11 July 2012). "Baby Daddy: Derek Theler Talks About His New Hit Show". College Magazine. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ^ "Derek Theler Auditions For Captain America". Comic Book Movie. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ^ "Derek Theler plays Danny Wheeler". Baby Daddy. ABC family. Retrieved 9 August 2012.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (18 June 2012). "Baby Daddy". The Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 15 March 2013.
- ^ "Coca-Cola Zero NANODISK". YouTube. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ^ "State Farm "Like a Good Neighbor" Darkside Ad". YouTube. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ^ "Derek Theler - Biography". IMDb. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ^ Derek Theler at IMDb
- ^ "The Reel Deal: Derek Theler Q&A". 303 Magazine.
External links
- Official website
- Derek Theler at IMDb
- Derek Theler on X
- Video on YouTube
- Derek Theler on Facebook
- Derek Theler on Instagram
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