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Joshua Jackson

Joshua Jackson is a Canadian-American actor recognized for his diverse roles across television. He gained prominence as Pacey Witter on 'Dawson's Creek' and later starred as Peter Bishop in the sci-fi series 'Fringe'. Jackson further showcased his talent in 'The Affair' and earned a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination for his portrayal of Christopher Duntsch in 'Dr. Death'. His filmography also includes appearances in 'When They See Us', 'Little Fires Everywhere', and 'Doctor Odyssey', establishing him as a versatile performer.

June 11, 1978: Joshua Jackson's Birth

On June 11, 1978, Joshua Carter Jackson was born, becoming an American actor.

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1991: Crooked Hearts Role

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

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1992: Mighty Ducks Film Series Start

In 1992, Joshua Jackson's role in the Mighty Ducks film series brought him to prominence.

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1996: Mighty Ducks Film Series End

In 1996, Joshua Jackson concluded his role in the Mighty Ducks film series.

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1998: Apt Pupil Release

In 1998, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Apt Pupil'. He also starred in the movie 'Urban Legend' that same year.

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1998: Dawson's Creek and Apt Pupil Release

In 1998, Joshua Jackson gained recognition for his role as Pacey Witter on the teen drama 'Dawson's Creek'. In the same year, he also appeared in the film 'Apt Pupil'.

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1998: Dawson's Creek Debut

In 1998, Joshua Jackson started his role as Pacey Witter on 'Dawson's Creek', a show created by Kevin Williamson.

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1999: Cruel Intentions Release

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

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2000: The Skulls and Gossip Release

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

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2000: Guest Starring Roles

In 2000, Joshua Jackson guest-starred in Season 12 of 'The Simpsons' as Jesse Grass, and was cast as Beau in the movie 'Gossip'.

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2001: The Safety of Objects Release

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

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2002: The Laramie Project Release

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

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2003: End of Dawson's Creek

In 2003, 'Dawson's Creek', the teen drama featuring Joshua Jackson as Pacey Witter, concluded its run on The WB network.

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2003: Film Roles After Dawson's Creek

In 2003, after 'Dawson's Creek' ended, Joshua Jackson played lead roles in films alongside Dennis Hopper, Harvey Keitel, and Donald Sutherland.

2003: Dawson's Creek Finale

In 2003, the WB network series 'Dawson's Creek', featuring Joshua Jackson as Pacey Witter, concluded.

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2005: Cursed Release

In 2005, Joshua Jackson appeared in the movie 'Cursed'.

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2005: Stage Debut on London West End

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

2006: Bobby Release

In 2006, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Bobby'.

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2006: Relationship with Diane Kruger

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

2008: Shutter and One Week Release

In 2008, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Shutter' and 'One Week'. For his performance in 'One Week', Jackson won the Genie Award for Best Actor.

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2008: Fringe Series Debut

In 2008, Joshua Jackson began playing the lead role of Peter Bishop in the science-fiction series 'Fringe'.

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2008: Fringe Premiere and Shutter Release

In 2008, Joshua Jackson began starring as Peter Bishop in the science fiction series 'Fringe'. In the same year, he also appeared in the film 'Shutter'.

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March 6, 2009: One Week Release

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

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2009: Move Back to Vancouver

In 2009, Joshua Jackson moved back to Vancouver to shoot four seasons of 'Fringe'.

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2009: Fringe's Ratings Success

In 2009, the series Fringe, where Joshua Jackson played Peter Bishop, was the second-highest rated new show of the season.

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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'.

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2010: BuddyTV Ranking

In 2010, BuddyTV ranked Joshua Jackson #9 on its "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2010" list for his role in Fringe.

2011: BuddyTV Ranking

In 2011, BuddyTV ranked Joshua Jackson #19 on its "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2011" list for his role in Fringe.

2012: BuddyTV Ranking

In 2012, BuddyTV ranked Joshua Jackson #14 on its "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2012" list for his role in Fringe.

2013: Inescapable Film and Beyond the Fringe Comic Book

In 2013, Joshua Jackson appeared in the IFC film 'Inescapable' and wrote the first story from the comic book trilogy 'Beyond the Fringe'. He also starred in the television show 'The Affair'.

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2013: End of Fringe Series

In 2013, Joshua Jackson finished playing the lead role of Peter Bishop in the science-fiction series 'Fringe'.

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2013: Fringe Final Episode

On January 18, 2013, the last episode of Fringe was aired, marking the end of Joshua Jackson's four seasons shooting in Vancouver.

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2014: The Affair Premiere

In 2014, Joshua Jackson began starring in Showtime's 'The Affair', playing a troubled married man.

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2016: End of Relationship with Diane Kruger

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

March 2018: Broadway Debut in Children of a Lesser God

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

May 2018: End of Broadway run

In May 2018, Joshua Jackson concluded his run in 'Children of a Lesser God'.

2018: Relationship with Jodie Turner-Smith

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

2018: End of The Affair

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

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August 18, 2019: Marriage to Jodie Turner-Smith

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

2019: When They See Us Miniseries

In 2019, Joshua Jackson starred as defense attorney Mickey Joseph in the miniseries 'When They See Us'.

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April 13, 2020: Birth of Daughter

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

2020: Little Fires Everywhere Release

In 2020, Joshua Jackson co-starred in 'Little Fires Everywhere'.

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2021: Dr. Death Premiere

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

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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 they are dating.

2023: Fatal Attraction Lead Role

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

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October 2024: End of Relationship with Lupita Nyong'o

In October 2024, Lupita Nyong'o announced that she and Joshua Jackson were no longer together.

2024: Doctor Odyssey Release

In 2024, Joshua Jackson is credited in 'Doctor Odyssey'.

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2025: House Fire in Topanga

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