History of Justin Baldoni in Timeline
"Justin Louis Baldoni is an American actor, director, and filmmaker. He is best known for his role as Rafael Solano in the romantic comedy series 'Jane the Virgin,' which aired from 2014 to 2019. In addition to acting, Baldoni has directed several films, including the critically acclaimed romantic drama 'Five Feet Apart' in 2019, the musical drama 'Clouds' in 2020, and the upcoming romance film 'It Ends with Us,' set to be released in 2024."
January 24, 1984: Justin Baldoni was born
Justin Baldoni was born on January 24, 1984. He is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in various films and television shows.
2008: First Music Video and Award
In 2008, Justin Baldoni ventured into filmmaking by writing, producing, and directing his first music video. This project garnered him his first "Audience Choice Award" at the Dawn Breakers International Film Festival.
2012: Creation of My Last Days
Justin Baldoni created a digital documentary series called "My Last Days" in 2012. The series focused on the inspiring stories of individuals living with terminal illnesses, exploring their perspectives on life and death.
July 2013: Marriage to Emily Baldoni
Justin Baldoni married Swedish actress Emily Baldoni (née Fuxler) in July 2013 in Corona, California, after dating for over a year.
2014: Start of Jane the Virgin
Justin Baldoni took on the role of Rafael Solano in The CW's satirical romantic dramedy series "Jane the Virgin" in 2014.
June 2015: Birth of Daughter, Maiya
Justin and Emily Baldoni welcomed their first child, a daughter named Maiya, in June 2015.
May 2016: Launch of Belly Bump App
In May 2016, Justin Baldoni launched "Belly Bump," a time-lapse video app designed for pregnant women and new mothers. The app allows users to document their pregnancy journey and share it with loved ones.
July 2017: Development of Man Enough Talk Show
Variety announced in July 2017 that Justin Baldoni was developing a male-focused talk show titled "Man Enough" through his media company, Wayfarer Entertainment.
August 2017: TEDWomen Speaker
Justin Baldoni was announced as a speaker at the annual TEDWomen Conference in August 2017.
October 2017: Birth of Son, Maxwell
Justin and Emily Baldoni's second child, a son named Maxwell, was born in October 2017.
December 2018: End Well Symposium
In December 2018, Justin Baldoni was a speaker at the annual End Well Symposium, where he discussed his belief in the power of contemplating mortality to enhance one's quality of life.
March 15, 2019: Release of Five Feet Apart
Justin Baldoni's directorial debut, "Five Feet Apart," a film starring Cole Sprouse and Haley Lu Richardson, was released on March 15, 2019. The movie, based on an original script by Mikki Daughtry and Tobias Iaconis, depicts the lives of two teenagers navigating the challenges of cystic fibrosis.
2019: Wayfarer Sells Majority Stake and Establishes Content Fund
In 2019, Wayfarer, Justin Baldoni's production company, sold a majority stake, leading to the establishment of a $25 million content fund. This strategic move aimed to support the development and production of impactful film and television projects.
May 14, 2020: Disney+ Acquires Clouds
On May 14, 2020, it was announced that Disney+ had acquired the distribution rights to Justin Baldoni's film "Clouds" from Warner Bros., in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the film industry.
October 16, 2020: Release of Clouds on Disney+
"Clouds," directed and produced by Justin Baldoni, was released on Disney+ on October 16, 2020. The film portrays the life of musician Zach Sobiech.
2021: Release of Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity
Justin Baldoni released his book "Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity" in 2021, exploring themes related to masculinity and personal growth.
October 2022: Release of Boys Will Be Human
A children's version of Baldoni's book, titled "Boys Will Be Human," was released in October 2022, aiming to introduce younger audiences to concepts of empathy, emotional intelligence, and healthy masculinity.