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Joshua Jackson

Joshua Jackson is a Canadian-American actor renowned for his diverse roles in television. He gained prominence as Pacey Witter in "Dawson's Creek" and further solidified his career with his portrayal of Peter Bishop in the science fiction series "Fringe." Jackson continued to impress audiences with his performances in "The Affair," and garnered a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination for his role as Christopher Duntsch in "Dr. Death." His extensive filmography also includes appearances in notable series such as "When They See Us", "Little Fires Everywhere", and "Doctor Odyssey" demonstrating his range and talent across various genres.

June 11, 1978: Joshua Jackson's Birth

On June 11, 1978, Joshua Carter Jackson was born. He is a Canadian-American actor known for his roles in various television series and films.

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1991: Crooked Hearts Role

In 1991, Joshua Jackson started his acting career with a small role in the film "Crooked Hearts".

1992: The Mighty Ducks Debut

In 1992, Joshua Jackson came to prominence with his role in "The Mighty Ducks" film series.

1996: End of the Mighty Ducks

In 1996, Joshua Jackson ended his role in "The Mighty Ducks" film series.

1998: Apt Pupil and Urban Legend

In 1998, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Apt Pupil" and "Urban Legend".

1998: Dawson's Creek Debut

In 1998, Joshua Jackson gained prominence for his portrayal of Pacey Witter in the teen drama "Dawson's Creek".

1998: Dawson's Creek Debut as Pacey Witter

In 1998, Joshua Jackson started his role as Pacey Witter on "Dawson's Creek".

1999: Cruel Intentions

In 1999, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Cruel Intentions".

2000: The Skulls and Gossip

In 2000, Joshua Jackson appeared in "The Skulls" and "Gossip".

2000: Guest star in The Simpsons and cast as Beau in Gossip

In 2000, Joshua Jackson guest-starred in The Simpsons and was cast as Beau in the movie Gossip.

2001: The Safety of Objects

In 2001, Joshua Jackson appeared in "The Safety of Objects".

2002: The Laramie Project

In 2002, Joshua Jackson appeared in "The Laramie Project".

2003: End of Dawson's Creek

In 2003, "Dawson's Creek" ended.

2003: Post Dawson's Creek Film Roles

In 2003, after "Dawson's Creek" ended, Joshua Jackson played lead roles in films such as Americano, Shadows in the Sun, and Aurora Borealis.

2005: Cursed

In 2005, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Cursed".

2005: Stage Debut on London West End

In 2005, Joshua Jackson made his stage debut on the London West End in David Mamet's play, "A Life in the Theatre".

2006: Bobby

In 2006, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Bobby".

2006: Relationship with Diane Kruger

In 2006, Joshua Jackson began a relationship with German actress Diane Kruger.

2008: Shutter

In 2008, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Shutter".

2008: Fringe Premiere

In 2008, Joshua Jackson began starring as Peter Bishop in the Fox science fiction series "Fringe".

March 6, 2009: One Week Premiere

On March 6, 2009, the Canadian independent film "One Week", starring and executive produced by Joshua Jackson, opened.

2009: Moved Back to Vancouver

In 2009, Joshua Jackson moved back to Vancouver to shoot four seasons of the show "Fringe".

2009: Fringe as Second-Highest Rated New Show

In 2009, the series "Fringe" became the second-highest rated new show.

April 12, 2010: Genie Award Win

On April 12, 2010, Joshua Jackson won the Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role for the film "One Week".

2010: Pacey-Con

In 2010, Joshua Jackson held and hosted the satirical Pacey-Con directly across the street from Comic-Con.

2010: TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2010

In 2010, Joshua Jackson was ranked #9 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2010" list.

2011: TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2011

In 2011, Joshua Jackson was ranked #19 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2011" list.

2012: TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2012

In 2012, Joshua Jackson was ranked #14 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2012" list.

January 18, 2013: Final Episode of Fringe Aired

On January 18, 2013, the last episode of "Fringe" was aired.

2013: Inescapable and Beyond the Fringe

In 2013, Joshua Jackson appeared in the IFC film "Inescapable" and wrote the first story from the comic book trilogy "Beyond the Fringe".

2013: Fringe Series Finale

In 2013, Joshua Jackson concluded his role as Peter Bishop as the "Fringe" series came to an end.

2013: End of Fringe

In 2013, Joshua Jackson ended his role in the series "Fringe".

2014: The Affair

In 2014, Joshua Jackson started in Showtime's "The Affair" as a troubled married man.

2016: End of Relationship with Diane Kruger

In 2016, Joshua Jackson ended his relationship with German actress Diane Kruger.

March 2018: Broadway Debut

In March 2018, Joshua Jackson made his theatrical debut on Broadway in "Children of a Lesser God".

May 2018: End of Children of a Lesser God

In May 2018, the play "Children of a Lesser God" concluded.

2018: Relationship with Jodie Turner-Smith

In 2018, Joshua Jackson began a relationship with actress Jodie Turner-Smith.

2018: The Affair Finale

In 2018, Joshua Jackson concluded his role in Showtime's "The Affair".

August 18, 2019: Marriage to Jodie Turner-Smith

On August 18, 2019, Joshua Jackson married actress Jodie Turner-Smith.

2019: When They See Us

In 2019, Joshua Jackson appeared in "When They See Us".

April 13, 2020: Birth of Daughter

On April 13, 2020, Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith welcomed their daughter.

2020: Little Fires Everywhere

In 2020, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Little Fires Everywhere".

2021: Dr. Death Premiere

In 2021, Joshua Jackson starred as Christopher Duntsch in the Peacock crime drama series "Dr. Death".

October 2023: Divorce Filing

In October 2023, it was revealed that Jodie Turner-Smith had filed for divorce from Joshua Jackson.

December 2023: Relationship with Lupita Nyong'o

In December 2023, Joshua Jackson and Lupita Nyong'o confirmed that they are dating.

2023: Fatal Attraction

In 2023, Joshua Jackson played the lead in the series "Fatal Attraction".

October 2024: Split From Lupita Nyong'o

In October 2024, Lupita Nyong'o announced that they are no longer together.

2024: Doctor Odyssey

In 2024, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Doctor Odyssey".

2025: House Fire

In 2025, Joshua Jackson's childhood home burned down during the Palisades Fire.

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