History of Cameron Mathison in Timeline

Cameron Mathison is a Canadian-American actor and television host known for his roles in daytime dramas. He gained prominence portraying Ryan Lavery on All My Children from 1997 to 2011. Currently, he plays Drew Cain on General Hospital since 2021. Mathison has also starred in numerous Hallmark movies, establishing himself as a familiar face in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

August 25, 1969: Cameron Mathison Born

On August 25, 1969, Cameron Arthur Mathison was born in Canada.

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1993: Graduation from McGill University

In 1993, Cameron Mathison graduated from McGill University with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

December 1997: Hired for All My Children

In December 1997, Cameron Mathison was hired to play the role of Ryan Lavery on All My Children.

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1997: Cast as Ryan Lavery in All My Children

In 1997, Cameron Mathison was cast as Ryan Lavery in All My Children, marking a significant step in his acting career.

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January 12, 1998: First Appearance on All My Children

On January 12, 1998, Cameron Mathison first appeared on-screen as Ryan Lavery in All My Children.

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1999: Soap Opera Digest Award

In 1999, Cameron Mathison won the Soap Opera Digest Award for Outstanding Male Newcomer.

2000: Named One of "America's 100 Most Eligible Bachelors"

In 2000, Cameron Mathison was named by People magazine as one of "America's 100 Most Eligible Bachelors".

July 27, 2002: Marriage to Vanessa Marie Arevalo

On July 27, 2002, Cameron Mathison married model Vanessa Marie Arevalo.

2002: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 2002, Cameron Mathison earned a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor.

April 2003: Birth of Son

In April 2003, Cameron Mathison and Vanessa Marie Arevalo welcomed their son.

2005: Second Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 2005, Cameron Mathison received his second Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor.

July 2006: Birth of Daughter

In July 2006, Cameron Mathison and Vanessa Marie Arevalo welcomed their daughter.

2007: Dancing with the Stars

In 2007, Cameron Mathison participated in the fifth season of Dancing with the Stars, finishing in 5th place with pro Edyta Śliwińska.

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January 2009: Signs with Good Morning America

In January 2009, Cameron Mathison signed with Good Morning America as a regular correspondent after working freelance for several years.

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2011: Departure from All My Children

In 2011, Cameron Mathison concluded his role as Ryan Lavery on All My Children after a long run.

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2014: Joins Hallmark/Crown Media Family

In 2014, Cameron Mathison joined the Hallmark/Crown Media family and appeared in 8 movies based on the Murder She Baked novels.

April 2015: Signs with Entertainment Tonight

In April 2015, Cameron Mathison signed with CBS's Entertainment Tonight as a full-time correspondent and weekend co-anchor.

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July 26, 2018: Named Co-Host of Home & Family

On July 26, 2018, Cameron Mathison was named the new co-host of Home & Family alongside Debbie Matenopoulos.

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September 9, 2019: Diagnosis of Renal Cell Carcinoma

On September 9, 2019, Cameron Mathison announced that he had been diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma.

April 2021: Joins General Hospital Cast

In April 2021, it was announced that Cameron Mathison had joined the cast of General Hospital as "Drew Cain".

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August 16, 2021: Debut on General Hospital

On August 16, 2021, Cameron Mathison debuted as Drew Cain on General Hospital.

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2021: Joins General Hospital

In 2021, Cameron Mathison began portraying the role of Drew Cain on General Hospital.

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November 2023: Signs Deal with Great American Family

In November 2023, Cameron Mathison signed a multi-picture deal with Great American Family, moving on from the Murder, She Baked movie series and Hallmark.

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