History of Jensen Ackles in Timeline

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Jensen Ackles

Jensen Ackles is an American actor and musician best known for playing Dean Winchester in the television series *Supernatural* (2005-2020). He also gained recognition for his role as Eric Brady in *Days of Our Lives*, earning Daytime Emmy Award nominations. Ackles has built a successful career in television, becoming a well-known figure 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: Graduation and Move to Los Angeles

In 1996, Jensen Ackles graduated from Lloyd V. Berkner High School and subsequently moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career.

1996: Focus on Acting Career

In 1996, Jensen Ackles shifted his focus to acting, appearing in guest roles on shows like Mr. Rhodes, Sweet Valley High, and Cybill.

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1997: Joining Days of Our Lives

In 1997, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives as Eric Brady.

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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. He also received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination.

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1999: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 1999, Jensen Ackles was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his performance in Days of our Lives.

2000: Leaving Days of Our Lives and Blonde mini-series

In 2000, Jensen Ackles left Days of Our Lives and appeared in the mini-series Blonde, which is about the life of Marilyn Monroe. He also auditioned for the role of young Clark Kent on Smallville.

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2000: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 2000, Jensen Ackles received another Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series, recognizing his work on Days of Our Lives.

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2001: Guest Role in Dark Angel

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.

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2002: Cancellation of Dark Angel

In 2002, Jensen Ackles remained on Dark Angel as a series regular until the show's cancellation.

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2003: Joining Dawson's Creek

Throughout 2003, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of The WB's show Dawson's Creek during its final season, playing CJ, Jen Lindley's lover. He also filmed several episodes of the unaired series Still Life for Fox before it was dropped.

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2004: Small Role and Smallville

In 2004, Jensen Ackles had a small role in the short film The Plight of Clownana. He also became a regular on Smallville, playing assistant football coach Jason Teague.

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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.

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2005: Joining Supernatural

In 2005, Jensen Ackles joined the cast of the WB show Supernatural as Dean Winchester. The series continued until 2020, becoming the longest-running North American sci-fi series.

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2007: Role in Ten Inch Hero and A Few Good Men

In the summer of 2007, Jensen Ackles played Priestly in the film Ten Inch Hero and received praise for his comedic timing. He also appeared in A Few Good Men at Casa Mañana Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas.

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2008: Cast in My Bloody Valentine 3D

In the summer of 2008, Jensen Ackles was cast in the remake of the film My Bloody Valentine 3D.

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January 16, 2009: Release of My Bloody Valentine 3D

On January 16, 2009, the film My Bloody Valentine 3D, in which Jensen Ackles starred, opened nationwide.

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February 2009: DVD Release of Ten Inch Hero

In February 2009, the film Ten Inch Hero was released on DVD exclusively by Blockbuster Home Video.

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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: Announced Role in Tron: Evolution

On October 22, 2010, it was announced that Jensen Ackles would be voicing a character named Gibson in the video game Tron: Evolution.

December 7, 2010: Release of Tron: Evolution

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 Batman: Under The Red Hood

In the summer of 2010, Jensen Ackles voiced the character of Red Hood (Jason Todd) in the animated film Batman: Under The Red Hood.

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May 2013: Birth of First Child

In May 2013, Jensen Ackles and Danneel Harris welcomed their first child, a daughter.

August 2016: Announcement of Twins

In August 2016, Jensen Ackles and Danneel Harris announced that they were expecting twins.

2018: Formation of Radio Company

In 2018, Jensen Ackles collaborated with Steve Carlson to form the band Radio Company.

November 2019: Release of Vol. 1 by Radio Company

In November 2019, Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson's band, Radio Company, released their debut album, Vol. 1.

August 2020: Joining The Boys

In August 2020, Jensen Ackles was announced to be joining the cast of The Boys for its third season, playing the role of Ben / B.C.L. RED / Soldier Boy.

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May 7, 2021: Release of Vol. 2 by Radio Company

On May 7, 2021, Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson, as Radio Company, released their second album, Vol. 2.

June 2021: Developing The Winchesters

In June 2021, Jensen Ackles and his wife were revealed to be developing a Supernatural prequel spinoff for The CW, titled The Winchesters.

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October 2021: Casting in Rust

In October 2021, Jensen Ackles was cast to play U.S. Marshal Wood Helm in the Western feature Rust. Production was suspended after an accident.

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2021: Voice of Batman in Batman: The Long Halloween

In the summer of 2021, Jensen Ackles voiced the role of Batman (Bruce Wayne) for the two-part adaptation of Batman: The Long Halloween.

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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. This led to a regular role in the third season.

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May 2022: The Winchesters Picked Up

In May 2022, The Winchesters, the Supernatural prequel spinoff developed by Jensen Ackles and his wife, was picked up.

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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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February 2023: Release of Keep on Ramblin' by Radio Company

On February 24, 2023, Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson's Radio Company released their third album, Keep on Ramblin'.