Joshua Carter Jackson is a renowned American-Canadian actor, widely recognized for his diverse roles across television. He gained prominence as Pacey Witter in the popular teen drama Dawson's Creek. He further solidified his acting prowess with notable performances as Peter Bishop in the science fiction series Fringe, a complex married man in The Affair, and the chilling portrayal of Christopher Duntsch in the crime drama Dr. Death, the latter earning him a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination. Jackson's career also includes significant roles in acclaimed series such as When They See Us, Little Fires Everywhere, and Doctor Odyssey, showcasing his versatility and talent in the television landscape.
June 11, 1978: Birth of Joshua Jackson
Joshua Carter Jackson was born on June 11, 1978.
1991: Crooked Hearts and Acting Debut
Joshua Jackson began his acting career with a small role in the film "Crooked Hearts" in 1991.
1992: Mighty Ducks Debut
Joshua Jackson began his role in the "Mighty Ducks" film series in 1992.
1996: End of Mighty Ducks Series
In 1996, Joshua Jackson's involvement with the "Mighty Ducks" series concluded.
1998: Dawson's Creek Debut
In 1998, Joshua Jackson began starring as Pacey Witter in the popular teen drama "Dawson's Creek".
1998: Apt Pupil and Urban Legend
Joshua Jackson appeared in the films "Apt Pupil" and "Urban Legend" in 1998.
1999: Cruel Intentions
Joshua Jackson starred in the film "Cruel Intentions" in 1999.
2000: The Skulls and Gossip
In 2000, Joshua Jackson appeared in the films "The Skulls" and "Gossip".
2000: The Simpsons Guest Appearance
In 2000, Joshua Jackson voiced the character Jesse Grass in an episode of "The Simpsons".
2001: The Safety of Objects
Joshua Jackson starred in "The Safety of Objects" in 2001.
2002: The Laramie Project
Joshua Jackson was part of the cast of "The Laramie Project" in 2002.
2003: End of Dawson's Creek
Joshua Jackson concluded his role as Pacey Witter on "Dawson's Creek" in 2003.
2005: Cursed
Joshua Jackson appeared in the film "Cursed" in 2005.
2005: London Stage Debut
In 2005, Joshua Jackson made his stage debut in London's West End, performing in "A Life in the Theatre".
2006: Relationship with Diane Kruger Begins
Joshua Jackson began a relationship with Diane Kruger in 2006.
2006: Bobby
Joshua Jackson starred in the film "Bobby" in 2006.
2008: Shutter and One Week
In 2008, Joshua Jackson appeared in "Shutter" and "One Week".
2008: Fringe Premiere
Joshua Jackson began starring as Peter Bishop in the science fiction series "Fringe" in 2008.
March 6, 2009: One Week Release
Joshua Jackson's film "One Week" was released on March 6, 2009.
2009: Fringe as Second Highest Rated New Show
"Fringe," starring Joshua Jackson, became the second-highest rated new show of the 2008-2009 season.
2009: Move to Vancouver
Joshua Jackson moved back to Vancouver in 2009 to film "Fringe".
April 12, 2010: Genie Award Win
Joshua Jackson won the Genie Award for Best Actor for his performance in "One Week" on April 12, 2010.
2010: BuddyTV's Sexiest Men
Joshua Jackson was ranked #9 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men of 2010" list.
2011: BuddyTV's Sexiest Men
In 2011, Joshua Jackson was ranked #19 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men" list.
2012: BuddyTV's Sexiest Men
Joshua Jackson was ranked #14 on BuddyTV's "TV's 100 Sexiest Men" list in 2012.
January 18, 2013: Fringe Finale Airs
The final episode of "Fringe" aired on January 18, 2013.
2013: Inescapable and Beyond the Fringe
Joshua Jackson appeared in the film "Inescapable" and wrote the first story in the "Beyond the Fringe" comic book trilogy in 2013.
2013: Conclusion of Fringe
Joshua Jackson's role in "Fringe" came to an end in 2013.
2014: The Affair Begins
Joshua Jackson took on the role of a troubled married man in the Showtime series "The Affair" starting in 2014.
2016: Relationship with Diane Kruger Ends
Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger ended their relationship in 2016.
March 2018: Broadway Debut
Joshua Jackson made his Broadway debut in "Children of a Lesser God" in March 2018.
May 2018: End of Children of a Lesser God Run
Joshua Jackson's run in "Children of a Lesser God" on Broadway concluded in May 2018.
2018: Relationship with Jodie Turner-Smith Begins
Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith began their relationship in 2018.
2018: End of The Affair
In 2018, Joshua Jackson's role in "The Affair" came to an end.
August 18, 2019: Marriage to Jodie Turner-Smith
Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith married on August 18, 2019.
2019: When They See Us
In 2019, Joshua Jackson appeared in the miniseries "When They See Us".
April 13, 2020: Birth of Daughter
Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith welcomed their daughter on April 13, 2020.
2020: Little Fires Everywhere
Joshua Jackson co-starred in the miniseries "Little Fires Everywhere" in 2020.
2021: Dr. Death and Critics' Choice Nomination
Joshua Jackson starred in "Dr. Death" in 2021, earning a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination.
October 2023: Divorce Filing
Jodie Turner-Smith filed for divorce from Joshua Jackson in October 2023.
December 2023: Relationship with Lupita Nyong'o Confirmed
Joshua Jackson and Lupita Nyong'o confirmed their relationship in December 2023.
2023: Fatal Attraction Series
In 2023, Joshua Jackson starred in the series "Fatal Attraction".
2024: Doctor Odyssey
Joshua Jackson is slated to appear in "Doctor Odyssey" in 2024.