Patrick Dempsey is an American actor and racing driver, most famous for his role as Dr. Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy. He has also starred in romantic films such as Enchanted. Dempsey has received nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. He was also named People's Sexiest Man Alive in 2023.
On January 13, 1966, Patrick Galen Dempsey was born. He is an American actor and racing driver.
In 1981, Patrick Dempsey achieved second place at the International Jugglers' Association Championship in the Juniors category.
On August 24, 1987, Patrick Dempsey married his manager, actress and acting coach, Rochelle "Rocky" Parker.
In 1987, Patrick Dempsey appeared in In The Mood and Meatballs III: Summer Job.
In 1988, Patrick Dempsey co-starred in the film Some Girls with Jennifer Connelly.
In 1989, Patrick Dempsey had lead roles in Loverboy and Happy Together.
In 1990, Patrick Dempsey appeared in an off-Broadway revival of The Subject Was Roses with John Mahoney and Dana Ivey.
In 1991, Patrick Dempsey portrayed Meyer Lansky in the film Mobsters, receiving positive reviews.
In 1993, Patrick Dempsey played a young John F. Kennedy in the TV mini-series JFK: Reckless Youth.
On April 26, 1994, Patrick Dempsey divorced Rochelle "Rocky" Parker.
In 1995, Patrick Dempsey took a dramatic role in the film Outbreak.
In 1997, Patrick Dempsey's mother, Amanda, was diagnosed with cancer.
On July 31, 1999, Patrick Dempsey married makeup artist Jillian Fink.
In 2000, Patrick Dempsey appeared in Scream 3.
In 2001, Patrick Dempsey received an Emmy nomination for his role as Aaron Brooks in Once & Again.
In 2002, Patrick Dempsey had a role as the fiancé in Sweet Home Alabama.
In 2003, the romantic comedy Love Actually was released.
In 2004, Patrick Dempsey co-starred in Iron Jawed Angels.
In 2005, Patrick Dempsey began his role as Dr. Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd in the ABC medical drama series Grey's Anatomy.
In 2005, People magazine ranked Patrick Dempsey second in its annual list of "Sexiest Men Alive".
In 2006, Patrick Dempsey was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in Grey's Anatomy.
In 2006, People magazine ranked Patrick Dempsey second in its annual list of "Sexiest Men Alive".
In 2007, Patrick Dempsey starred in the Disney film Enchanted and Freedom Writers.
In 2007, Patrick Dempsey starred in the film Freedom Writers.
In November 2008, Patrick Dempsey launched an Avon fragrance named Unscripted.
In 2008, Patrick Dempsey discussed his dyslexia with Barbara Walters, explaining how it shaped his perspective and drive.
In 2008, Patrick Dempsey starred in Made of Honor.
In June 2009, Women's Wear Daily reported the launch of Patrick Dempsey 2, a second Avon fragrance.
In July 2009, Universal Pictures acquired the rights to The Art of Racing in the Rain for Patrick Dempsey to star in, though he did not ultimately star in the film.
In October 2009, Patrick Dempsey introduced the first Dempsey Challenge, raising over $1 million for the cancer center.
In 2009, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters bought Tully's online business.
In 2010, Patrick Dempsey's fragrance was recognized as the "Men's Private Label/Direct Sell" for the FiFi Awards.
In 2011, BuddyTV ranked Patrick Dempsey #1 on its list of TV's Sexiest Men.
In 2011, Patrick Dempsey appeared in Transformers: Dark of the Moon.
In 2011, Patrick Dempsey raced in the Rolex 24 at Daytona in a Mazda RX-8, finishing third in the GT Class.
In 2011, Patrick Dempsey starred in Transformers: Dark of the Moon as Dylan Gould.
On September 29, 2012, Patrick Dempsey was featured in an advertising campaign by Mexican cable company Cablemás.
In 2012, Patrick Dempsey competed in the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge.
In January 2013, Patrick Dempsey's company secured the winning bid to purchase Tully's Coffee.
In 2013, Patrick Dempsey returned to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, finishing 29th overall and fourth in-class.
In 2013, Patrick Dempsey stated his desire to dedicate himself full-time to motorsports, even considering leaving acting.
In 2013, Patrick Dempsey was awarded an honorary doctorate by Bowdoin College for his philanthropic work.
In 2013, before the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Patrick Dempsey expressed his desire to compete full-time in racing.
Starting in 2013, Patrick Dempsey became the face of Silhouette, promoting eyewear fashion.
In January 2014, Patrick Dempsey signed a two-year contract to remain on Grey's Anatomy.
On March 24, 2014, Patrick Dempsey's mother, Amanda, died at age 79.
In 2014, Patrick Dempsey stated that motor racing had become as much a part of who he is as acting.
In 2014, Rochelle "Rocky" Parker, Patrick Dempsey's ex-wife, passed away.
In January 2015, Jillian Fink filed for divorce from Patrick Dempsey, though they later reconciled.
In April 2015, Patrick Dempsey's character, Derek Shepherd, died on Grey's Anatomy.
In 2015, Patrick Dempsey concluded his regular role as Dr. Derek "McDreamy" Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy, though he would later return.
In 2015, Patrick Dempsey participated in the FIA World Endurance Championship with his Dempsey Racing-Proton team.
On November 12, 2016, Patrick Dempsey and Jillian Fink called off their divorce.
In 2016, Patrick Dempsey starred in Bridget Jones's Baby.
From January 2017, Patrick Dempsey appeared in Italian spots for Vodafone Italy.
On May 28, 2017, Patrick Dempsey received an honorary doctorate from Bates College for his philanthropy.
In 2017, Patrick Dempsey participated in Red Nose Day Actually, a sequel to Love Actually.
In 2018, Bleusalt launched a clothing line designed by Patrick Dempsey.
In 2018, Patrick Dempsey appeared in The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair.
In 2019, Patrick Dempsey starred in and produced The Art of Racing in the Rain.
On February 4, 2020, Patrick Dempsey signed on to star in the CBS political drama pilot Ways & Means.
In November 2020, Patrick Dempsey returned to Grey's Anatomy as Derek Shepherd after his character's death in 2015.
In 2020, Patrick Dempsey reprised his role as Derek Shepherd in Grey's Anatomy for guest appearances.
In January 2021, Patrick Dempsey announced he would reprise his role in Disenchanted.
In May 2021, CBS passed on the pilot Ways & Means starring Patrick Dempsey.
In 2021, Patrick Dempsey continued making guest appearances as Derek Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy.
In 2022, Disenchanted was released on Disney+.
In November 2023, Patrick Dempsey was named People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive".
In 2023, Patrick Dempsey helped raise funds for families of the Lewiston shooting victims, participating in a charity softball tournament.
In 2023, Patrick Dempsey portrayed Sheriff Eric Newlon in Thanksgiving and Piero Taruffi in Ferrari.
In 2023, Patrick Dempsey was named People's Sexiest Man Alive.