History of Milo Ventimiglia in Timeline

Milo Anthony Ventimiglia is an American actor who first appeared on screens in 1995 in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. His first lead role was in the series Opposite Sex in 2000. His breakthrough role came with the comedy-drama series Gilmore Girls, where he acted from 2001–2007.

July 8, 1977: Milo Ventimiglia is born

On July 8, 1977, Milo Anthony Ventimiglia was born.

1995: Acting Debut and High School Graduation

In 1995, Milo Ventimiglia made his screen acting debut on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and graduated from El Modena High School.

2000: Opposite Sex

In 2000, Milo Ventimiglia landed his first major role in the TV series "Opposite Sex".

2001: Gilmore Girls

Milo Ventimiglia began his role as Jess Mariano on "Gilmore Girls" in 2001.

2002: Relationship with Alexis Bledel begins

Milo Ventimiglia and Alexis Bledel began dating in 2002.

2005: The Bedford Diaries

In 2005, Milo Ventimiglia starred in "The Bedford Diaries".

July 2006: Breakup with Alexis Bledel

Milo Ventimiglia and Alexis Bledel ended their relationship in July 2006.

December 2006: Rocky Balboa Release

"Rocky Balboa", featuring Milo Ventimiglia as Rocky Jr., was released in December 2006.

2006: Heroes and Rocky Balboa

In 2006, Milo Ventimiglia began his role as Peter Petrelli in "Heroes" and appeared in "Rocky Balboa".

December 2007: Relationship with Hayden Panettiere begins

Milo Ventimiglia and Hayden Panettiere began dating in December 2007.

2007: End of Gilmore Girls Role

Milo Ventimiglia's role as Jess Mariano on "Gilmore Girls" concluded in 2007.

July 2008: USO Tour

Milo Ventimiglia participated in a USO tour in July 2008.

2008: Pathology

Milo Ventimiglia appeared in the film "Pathology" in 2008.

February 2009: Breakup with Hayden Panettiere

Milo Ventimiglia and Hayden Panettiere's relationship ended in February 2009.

2009: PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian

In 2009, Milo Ventimiglia was named PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian.

2010: End of "Heroes"

In 2010, Milo Ventimiglia's role as Peter Petrelli on "Heroes" ended.

2012: That's My Boy

Milo Ventimiglia appeared in the film "That's My Boy" in 2012.

2013: Mob City, Chosen, and Kiss of the Damned

In 2013, Ventimiglia starred in the TV series "Mob City" and "Chosen", and the film "Kiss of the Damned".

2014: Grace of Monaco

Milo Ventimiglia appeared in the film "Grace of Monaco" in 2014.

2015: The Whispers

In 2015, Milo Ventimiglia starred in the TV series "The Whispers".

November 2016: Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life

Milo Ventimiglia reprised his role as Jess Mariano in "Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life" in November 2016.

2016: This Is Us

Milo Ventimiglia started his role as Jack Pearson in "This Is Us" in 2016.

2017: Devil's Gate

Milo Ventimiglia appeared in the film "Devil's Gate" in 2017.

2018: Creed II

Milo Ventimiglia reprised his role as Rocky Balboa's son in "Creed II" in 2018.

2019: The Art of Racing in the Rain

Milo Ventimiglia appeared in the film "The Art of Racing in the Rain" in 2019.

2022: End of "This Is Us"

In 2022, Milo Ventimiglia's role in "This Is Us" concluded.

September 2023: Ventimiglia Marries Jarah Mariano

Milo Ventimiglia married model Jarah Mariano in September 2023.

2023: The Company You Keep

In 2023, Milo Ventimiglia starred in "The Company You Keep".

September 29, 2024: Mariano Announces Pregnancy

On September 29, 2024, Jarah Mariano, Milo Ventimiglia's wife, publicly announced her pregnancy with their first child.

January 2025: Malibu Home Destroyed in Wildfire

In January 2025, a wildfire destroyed Milo Ventimiglia's home in Malibu.

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