History of Jensen Ackles in Timeline

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Jensen Ackles

Jensen Ackles is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Dean Winchester in the television series Supernatural (2005-2020). He also received Daytime Emmy Award nominations for his work on Days of Our Lives. Ackles has established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

March 1, 1978: Jensen Ackles' Birth

On March 1, 1978, Jensen Ross Ackles was born. He would later be known as an American actor and musician.

1996: Acting Career

In 1996, Jensen Ackles began to focus on his acting career, appearing in guest roles.

1996: Moved to Los Angeles

In 1996, after graduating from Lloyd V. Berkner High School, Jensen Ackles moved to Los Angeles to start his acting career.

1997: Joined 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 and was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award.

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1999: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 1999, Jensen Ackles received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his role in Days of Our Lives.

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2000: Left Days of Our Lives

In 2000, Jensen Ackles left Days of Our Lives and appeared in the mini-series Blonde. 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 a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for his role in Days of Our Lives.

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2001: Dark Angel Role

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: Dark Angel Cancellation

In 2002, Jensen Ackles remained on Dark Angel until its cancellation.

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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, Jen Lindley's lover.

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2004: Smallville Role

In 2004, Jensen Ackles returned to Vancouver to become a regular on Smallville playing assistant football coach Jason Teague.

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2005: Cast in Supernatural

In 2005, Jensen Ackles began his role as Dean Winchester in the television series Supernatural on The WB.

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2005: Lead Role in Devour

In 2005, Jensen Ackles had a lead role in the film Devour.

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2007: Ten Inch Hero Role and A Few Good Men

In the summer of 2007, Jensen Ackles took on the role of Priestly in the independent comedy Ten Inch Hero. He also appeared on stage in A Few Good Men at Casa Mañana Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas.

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2008: Cast in My Bloody Valentine 3D Remake

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: My Bloody Valentine 3D Release

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

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February 2009: Ten Inch Hero DVD Release

In February 2009, the movie 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, Jensen Ackles became engaged to 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, Disney Interactive Studios announced that Jensen Ackles would be voicing a character named Gibson in the video game Tron: Evolution.

December 7, 2010: Tron: Evolution Release

On December 7, 2010, the video game Tron: Evolution, featuring the voice of Jensen Ackles as Gibson, was released.

2010: Voice of Red Hood

In the summer of 2010, Jensen Ackles provided the voice for the Red Hood in the animated film Batman: Under The Red Hood.

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May 2013: Birth of Daughter

In May 2013, Jensen and Danneel Ackles' first child, a daughter, was born.

August 2016: Announcement of Twins

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

2018: Radio Company Formation

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

November 2019: Vol. 1 Album Release

In November 2019, Jensen Ackles and Steve Carlson released their debut album Vol. 1 under the name Radio Company.

August 2020: Joined 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.

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2020: Supernatural Ended

In 2020, the final episode of the television series Supernatural aired, concluding the show after fifteen seasons.

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May 7, 2021: Vol. 2 Album Release

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

June 2021: Developing Supernatural Prequel

In June 2021, Jensen and Danneel Ackles were developing a Supernatural prequel spinoff for The CW, titled The Winchesters.

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October 2021: Cast in Rust

In October 2021, Jensen Ackles was cast to play U.S. Marshal Wood Helm in the Western feature Rust, but later left the cast.

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2021: Voice of Batman

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

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May 2022: Guest Starred 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, which led to a series regular role in the show's third season.

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May 2022: The Winchesters Picked Up

In May 2022, The Winchesters, a Supernatural prequel spinoff, was picked up.

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February 2023: Legion of Super-Heroes and Justice League: Warworld

In February 2023, Jensen Ackles voiced the role of Batman again in Legion of Super-Heroes and Justice League: Warworld.

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February 24, 2023: Keep on Ramblin' Album Release

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