History of Jensen Ackles in Timeline
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.
March 1, 1978: Jensen Ackles Birth
On March 1, 1978, Jensen Ross Ackles was born. He is an American actor and musician known for his role as Dean Winchester in Supernatural.
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.
1998: Soap Opera Digest Award
In 1998, Jensen Ackles won a Soap Opera Digest Award for Best Male Newcomer for his role in Days of Our Lives.
1999: Daytime Emmy Nomination
In 1999, Jensen Ackles received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his work on Days of Our Lives.
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.
2000: Daytime Emmy Nomination
In 2000, Jensen Ackles received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his work on Days of Our Lives.
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.
January 16, 2009: My Bloody Valentine 3D Release
On January 16, 2009, My Bloody Valentine 3D, starring Jensen Ackles, opened nationwide.
February 2009: Ten Inch Hero DVD Release
In February 2009, the film Ten Inch Hero was released on DVD exclusively by Blockbuster Home Video, featuring Jensen Ackles as Priestly.
November 2009: Engagement to Danneel Harris
In November 2009, after three years of dating, Jensen Ackles became engaged to actress and model Danneel Harris.
May 15, 2010: Marriage to Danneel Harris
On May 15, 2010, Jensen Ackles married Danneel Harris in Dallas.
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.
December 7, 2010: Tron: Evolution Release
On December 7, 2010, the video game Tron: Evolution, featuring Jensen Ackles as the voice of Gibson, was released.
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.
May 2013: Birth of First Child
In May 2013, Jensen and Danneel Ackles' first child, a daughter, was born.
August 2016: Announcement of Expecting Twins
In August 2016, Jensen and Danneel Ackles announced that they were expecting twins.
2018: Radio Company Formation
In 2018, Jensen Ackles collaborated with musician Steve Carlson to form Radio Company.
November 2019: Radio Company's Album Release
In November 2019, Radio Company, formed by Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson, released their debut album Vol. 1.
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.
May 7, 2021: Radio Company's Vol. 2 Release
On May 7, 2021, Radio Company, consisting of Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson, released their second album, Vol. 2.
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.
February 2023: Radio Company's Keep on Ramblin' Release
On February 24, 2023, Radio Company, featuring Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson, released their third album, Keep on Ramblin'.
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