Ian Somerhalder

TV Actor

Actor Ian Somerhalder known for Lost, Vampire Diaries, V Wars.

Full Name

Ian Joseph Somerhalder

Birthday

Dec 8, 1978

Age

Born

United States

Birth Sign

Sagittarius

Relationship

Married

Height

5′ 10″

Net Worth

$12M

Death Date

About

Ian Somerhalder is an American actor and model best known for his roles in hit television series such as Lost, Vampire Diaries, and The Originals. He has gained a massive following for his charismatic and emotional performances, making him one of the most beloved actors on television.

Life Timeline

<div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1978</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Ian Somerhalder is Born</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>On December 8, 1978, Ian Somerhalder was born in Covington, Louisiana.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1998</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Begins Acting Career</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Somerhalder begins his acting career with a small role on the TV series, Young Americans.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2004</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Starring Role on Lost</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>He landed a starring role on the hit ABC show, Lost, as Boone Carlyle.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2009</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>First Lead Role on Vampire Diaries</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>He scored his first lead role on The CW's Vampire Diaries as Damon Salvatore.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2010</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Scored People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Somerhalder was named People Magazine's 2010 Sexiest Man Alive.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2015</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Marries Nikita Dragun</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Somerhalder marries longtime girlfriend, actress and model Nikki Reed.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2020</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Launches Animal Sanctuary Foundation</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Somerhalder launches The Ian Somerhalder Foundation, a non-profit animal sanctuary that works to protect animals and their habitats.</div></div></div></div>

Why We Love Them

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> He's a Great Role Model</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Ian Somerhalder is a great role model for young people looking to make a difference in the world. He has been an advocate for environmental causes and has used his celebrity status to bring attention to important issues.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> He's an Amazing Actor</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Ian Somerhalder is an amazing actor who has starred in some of the most popular TV shows, such as The Vampire Diaries, Lost and Smallville. His performances are always captivating and entertaining, and he brings a unique energy to every role.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> He's a Philanthropist</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Ian Somerhalder is also a philanthropist who works hard to help those in need. He has founded the Ian Somerhalder Foundation which raises money for various charities, including wildlife conservation efforts and animal rescue organizations. </p></div>

Interesting Facts

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Acting at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ian Somerhalder began acting at age 17, when he appeared in the TV show, "Young Americans". He has since gone on to star in other TV shows such as "Lost" and "The Vampire Diaries"</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Involved in Animal Welfare Activism</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ian Somerhalder is an outspoken animal welfare activist. He founded a charity called The Ian Somerhalder Foundation which works to protect wildlife and the environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Has Worked with Greenpeace</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to his work with his own charity, Ian Somerhalder has also worked with Greenpeace, volunteering and raising awareness of environmental issues.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Launched a Line of Pet Products</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ian Somerhalder launched a line of pet products in 2013 called The IAN Project. The project works to help rescue animals, donating proceeds from each purchase to various animal welfare organizations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared in Music Videos</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to his work on the small screen, Ian Somerhalder has also appeared in music videos for artists including Avril Lavigne and Lifehouse.</p></div></div>

01 Started Out as a Writerading

Before becoming an actor, Morgan Freeman worked as a screenwriter. He wrote scripts for The Electric Company and another children's show called Sesame Street.

05 Was Arrested for DUI

In 2008, Morgan Freeman was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was released after several hours and later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge.