History of Jared Padalecki in Timeline

Jared Padalecki is an American actor known for his role as Sam Winchester in the long-running TV series "Supernatural." He gained recognition in the early 2000s with appearances in the show "Gilmore Girls" and movies such as "New York Minute," "Flight of the Phoenix," and "House of Wax." He also starred in the 2009 reboot of "Friday the 13th."

July 19, 1982: Jared Padalecki is born

On July 19, 1982, Jared Tristan Padalecki was born. He would go on to become a well-known actor, famous for his role as Sam Winchester in the TV series Supernatural.

1998: National Forensic League Championship Win

In 1998, Jared Padalecki and his partner Chris Cardenas won the National Forensic League national championship in Duo Interpretation, showcasing his early talent in performance and public speaking.

1999: Winning Fox's "Claim to Fame Contest" and Early Acting Roles

Jared Padalecki's acting journey began in 1999 after winning Fox Broadcasting's "Claim to Fame Contest." He went on to appear in his first role in the film "A Little Inside" that same year.

2000: Jared Padalecki Graduates High School and Pursues Acting

Despite being a candidate for the Presidential Scholars Program and planning to attend the University of Texas, Padalecki decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue acting in 2000 after graduating high school.

2000: Joining the Cast of "Gilmore Girls"

Padalecki landed the role of Dean Forester on the popular television series "Gilmore Girls" in 2000, gaining recognition and further establishing his acting career.

2003: Cameo Appearance in "Cheaper by the Dozen"

In 2003, Padalecki had an uncredited role as a high school bully in the comedy "Cheaper by the Dozen" after being approached by friend and fellow actor Tom Welling.

2004: Early Career in Film

In 2004, Jared Padalecki appeared in several films, including "New York Minute," "Flight of the Phoenix," showcasing his range and comedic timing.

2004: Exploring Different Genres in Film

Jared Padalecki further diversified his filmography in 2004 with roles in the comedy "New York Minute" and the thriller "Flight of the Phoenix."

2005: Starring in the Horror Film "Cry Wolf"

Adding to his horror credentials, Jared Padalecki starred as Tom in the film "Cry Wolf" in 2005.

2005: Concluding His Run on "Gilmore Girls"

After a successful run, Padalecki's time on "Gilmore Girls" as Dean Forester came to an end in 2005.

2005: Beginning the Journey as Sam Winchester in "Supernatural"

Jared Padalecki's iconic role as Sam Winchester in "Supernatural" began in 2005. The series would go on to become a cultural phenomenon, solidifying Padalecki's place in television history.

2005: Breakthrough in Horror with "House of Wax" and "Supernatural" Debut

The year 2005 marked a turning point for Padalecki's career with his role as Wade in the horror film "House of Wax." This year also saw him land the career-defining role of Sam Winchester in the TV series "Supernatural," which would become a massive success.

2007: Hosting MTV's "Room 401"

In 2007, Jared Padalecki ventured into hosting with MTV's horror reality series "Room 401," though the show had a short run due to low ratings.

2008: Starring in "Christmas Cottage"

Padalecki took on the lead role in the heartwarming film "Christmas Cottage" in 2008, starring alongside veteran actor Peter O'Toole.

October 2009: Proposal in Front of Joan of Arc Painting

Jared Padalecki proposed to Genevieve Cortese in front of their favorite painting, Joan of Arc, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in October 2009.

2009: Leading Role in "Friday the 13th"

In 2009, Padalecki took on the lead role of Clay Miller in the remake of the horror classic "Friday the 13th," further solidifying his presence in the genre.

January 2010: Engagement Announcement

Jared Padalecki and Genevieve Cortese's engagement was announced in January 2010, much to the delight of fans.

February 27, 2010: Marrying Genevieve Cortese

Jared Padalecki married actress Genevieve Cortese, whom he met on the set of "Supernatural," on February 27, 2010, in Sun Valley, Idaho.

March 2015: Launching the "Always Keep Fighting" Campaign

In March 2015, Jared Padalecki started his "Always Keep Fighting" campaign with Represent.com to raise funds for To Write Love On Her Arms, a non-profit supporting people facing mental health challenges.

April 2015: Collaborating with Jensen Ackles for Charity

Padalecki and "Supernatural" co-star Jensen Ackles teamed up in April 2015 for the second "Always Keep Fighting" campaign, releasing a shirt featuring both actors to support their joint charitable fund.

2015: Touching Gesture from Fans at Comic-Con

During San Diego Comic-Con in 2015, over 6,000 fans surprised Padalecki with a heartfelt display of support by holding up candles, acknowledging his openness about his struggles with depression.

2018: Supporting Beto O'Rourke in Texas Senate Election

Padalecki, along with "Supernatural" co-stars Jensen Ackles and Misha Collins, publicly supported Beto O'Rourke in the 2018 Texas Senate election.

September 2019: Announced as the Lead in "Walker" Reboot

In September 2019, it was announced that Padalecki would be taking on the title role in "Walker," a reboot of the classic series "Walker, Texas Ranger."

January 2020: "Walker" Reboot Picked Up to Series

The CW ordered the "Walker" reboot to series in January 2020.

2020: "Supernatural" Comes to an End

After an impressive fifteen seasons, "Supernatural" concluded in 2020, marking the end of an era for both the show and Padalecki's time as Sam Winchester.