Career Timeline of Jensen Ackles: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Jensen Ackles, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Jensen Ross Ackles is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Dean Winchester in the long-running CW series Supernatural (2005-2020). He initially gained recognition for his role as Eric Brady in the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives, which garnered him multiple Daytime Emmy Award nominations. Ackles's career spans across various television series, solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry.
1996: Focus on Acting Career
In 1996, Jensen Ackles began to focus on an acting career after modeling on and off since the age of four. He appeared in guest roles on Mr. Rhodes, Sweet Valley High and Cybill.
1996: Graduation and Move to Los Angeles
In 1996, after graduating from Lloyd V. Berkner High School, Jensen Ackles moved to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career.
1997: Days of Our Lives Debut
In 1997, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives as Eric Brady.
2000: Departure from Days of Our Lives
In 2000, Jensen Ackles left Days of Our Lives. He later appeared in the mini-series Blonde and auditioned for the role of young Clark Kent on Smallville.
2001: Dark Angel Appearance
In 2001, Jensen Ackles appeared in a guest role on the James Cameron television series Dark Angel on Fox as serial killer Ben/X5-493.
2003: Dawson's Creek Role
In 2003, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of The WB's show Dawson's Creek during its final season, playing CJ.
2004: Smallville and The Plight of Clownana
In 2004, Jensen Ackles appeared in the short film The Plight of Clownana and became a regular on Smallville playing Jason Teague.
2005: Supernatural premiere
In 2005, Jensen Ackles began his role as Dean Winchester in the dark fantasy drama series Supernatural on The WB/CW.
2005: Lead Role in Devour
In 2005, Jensen Ackles had a lead role in the film Devour, in which his father, Alan Ackles, also played a role.
2007: Ten Inch Hero and A Few Good Men
In the summer of 2007, Jensen Ackles played Priestly in the independent comedy Ten Inch Hero. Also in 2007, from June 5–10, he appeared on stage in A Few Good Men at Casa Mañana Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas.
2008: Casting in My Bloody Valentine 3D
In the summer of 2008, Jensen Ackles was cast in the remake of the cult film My Bloody Valentine 3D.
October 22, 2010: Tron: Evolution Announcement
On October 22, 2010, it was announced that Jensen Ackles would voice the character Gibson in the video game Tron: Evolution.
2010: Voice of Red Hood
In the summer of 2010, Jensen Ackles voiced the role of the Red Hood (Jason Todd) in the animated film, Batman: Under The Red Hood.
2018: Radio Company Formation
In 2018, Jensen Ackles collaborated with musician Steve Carlson to form Radio Company.
August 2020: Joining The Boys Cast
In August 2020, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of The Boys in its third season as Ben / B.C.L. RED / Soldier Boy.
2020: Supernatural Finale
After fifteen seasons, Supernatural concluded in 2020, making it the longest-running North American sci-fi series in history. Jensen Ackles starred as Dean Winchester.
June 2021: The Winchesters Development
In June 2021, Jensen Ackles and his wife were developing a Supernatural prequel spinoff for The CW, titled The Winchesters.
October 2021: Cast in Rust
In October 2021, Jensen Ackles was cast to play U.S. Marshal Wood Helm in the Western feature Rust, written and directed by Joel Souza.
2021: Voice of Batman
In the summer of 2021, Jensen Ackles voiced the role of Batman (Bruce Wayne) for the two-part adaptation of Batman: The Long Halloween.
May 2022: Guest Starring on Big Sky
In May 2022, Jensen Ackles guest starred on the ABC drama Big Sky's second season finale as temporary sheriff Beau Arlen.
May 2022: The Winchesters Picked Up
In May 2022, The Winchesters, a Supernatural prequel spinoff developed by Jensen and Danneel Ackles, was picked up by The CW.
February 2023: Voice Role in Legion of Super-Heroes
In February 2023, Jensen Ackles voiced a role in Legion of Super-Heroes.
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