History of Jeremy Allen White in Timeline

Jeremy Allen White is an American actor best known for his portrayal of Lip Gallagher in the long-running series *Shameless*. He garnered significant recognition and critical acclaim for his role as Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, a troubled chef, in the dramedy series *The Bear*. This role has earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, Critics' Choice Awards, and Primetime Emmy Awards, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in contemporary television acting.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1955: Springsteen's guitar

In 2025, Jeremy Allen White played Bruce Springsteen in the biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere. White learned to play the guitar for the role, using a 1955 Gibson J-200 guitar that Springsteen had given him.

1982: Springsteen's album Nebraska

In 2025, Jeremy Allen White starred as Bruce Springsteen in the biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere, which chronicles Springsteen's journey towards completing his 1982 album Nebraska.

February 17, 1991: Jeremy Allen White's Birth

On February 17, 1991, Jeremy Allen White was born. He is an American actor.

2006: Acting Debut

In 2006, Jeremy Allen White made his professional acting debut with small roles in the film Beautiful Ohio and television series Conviction.

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2007: Starred in The Speed of Life

In 2007, Jeremy Allen White starred in the Independent film The Speed of Life. The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival and won the Queer Lion award.

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2008: Appeared in Afterschool

In 2008, Jeremy Allen White appeared in the film Afterschool directed by Antonio Campos. The film premiered at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival.

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2008: Met Addison Timlin again

Jeremy Allen White and Addison Timlin met again while filming Afterschool in 2008 when they were 17 years old.

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2010: Minor Role in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

In 2010, Jeremy Allen White had minor roles in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

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2010: The Social Network

In September 2025, Jeremy Allen White was announced to star as Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz in The Social Reckoning, Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network (2010).

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2011: Starred in Shameless

In 2011, Jeremy Allen White had his breakthrough role as Lip Gallagher in the comedy-drama series Shameless.

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2011: Breakthrough role in Shameless

In 2011, Jeremy Allen White received his breakthrough role in the comedy-drama series Shameless as Lip Gallagher. He was cast shortly after graduating from the Professional Performing Arts School.

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2013: Starred in Bad Turn Worse and Movie 43

In 2013, Jeremy Allen White starred in Bad Turn Worse and Movie 43.

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2014: Critics' Choice Television Awards Nomination

In 2014, Jeremy Allen White received a nomination at the Critics' Choice Television Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance in Shameless.

October 2018: Birth of First Daughter

In October 2018, Jeremy Allen White and Addison Timlin had their first daughter.

2018: Starred in After Everything

In 2018, Jeremy Allen White starred in After Everything.

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2019: Marriage to Addison Timlin

In 2019, Jeremy Allen White married actress Addison Timlin.

December 2020: Birth of Second Daughter

In December 2020, Jeremy Allen White and Addison Timlin had their second daughter.

2020: Starred in The Rental

In 2020, Jeremy Allen White starred in The Rental.

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2021: End of Shameless and Doubts on Acting Career

In 2021, after the show Shameless ended, Jeremy Allen White recalled being in an "upsetting head space" and had doubts on whether he could act outside of the show.

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2021: Shameless Ended

In 2021, the comedy-drama series Shameless, where Jeremy Allen White played Lip Gallagher, came to an end.

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2022: Leading Role in The Bear

In 2022, Jeremy Allen White began playing his first TV leading role in the Hulu series The Bear as Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto, a chef who returns to Chicago to save his brother's restaurant. He attended classes at the Institute of Culinary Education to prepare for the role and received acclaim for his performance, winning multiple awards.

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May 2023: Addison Timlin Filed for Divorce

In May 2023, Addison Timlin filed for divorce from Jeremy Allen White.

2023: Portrayed Kerry Von Erich in The Iron Claw

In 2023, Jeremy Allen White portrayed wrestler Kerry Von Erich in the biographical sports film The Iron Claw and trained by professional wrestler Chavo Guerrero for the role. His performance earned him positive reviews.

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2023: Starred in Fingernails and The Iron Claw

In 2023, Jeremy Allen White starred in Fingernails and portrayed Kerry Von Erich in The Iron Claw.

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January 2024: Calvin Klein Global Ambassador

In January 2024, Jeremy Allen White became a global ambassador for Calvin Klein underwear. He wore the brand's Spring 2024 men's underwear collection for its online campaign.

2024: Separation from Rosalía

In mid-2024, Jeremy Allen White and Spanish singer Rosalía separated.

September 2025: Star in The Social Reckoning

In September 2025, Jeremy Allen White was announced to star as Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz in The Social Reckoning, Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network (2010).

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October 22, 2025: Received High School Diploma

On October 22, 2025, Jeremy Allen White received his high school diploma at the age of 34. He revealed that he never completed high school as a teenager.