
Mini Bio
Ian Somerhalder is an American actor, model, and activist. He is best known for his roles as Boone Carlyle in the TV drama Lost and Damon Salvatore in the supernatural drama The Vampire Diaries. Beyond acting, Somerhalder is a dedicated environmentalist and philanthropist, founding the Ian Somerhalder Foundation to promote the conservation of natural resources and animal welfare.
Early Life
Ian Joseph Somerhalder was born on December 8, 1978, in Covington, Louisiana. He began his modeling career at the age of 10 and worked for clients such as Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, and Gucci.
Career
Somerhalder transitioned to acting, appearing in the short-lived WB series Young Americans. He gained recognition for his role as Boone Carlyle in the hit series Lost. His breakout role came as Damon Salvatore in The Vampire Diaries, which ran for eight seasons. He later starred in the Netflix science fiction horror series V Wars.
Personal Life
Somerhalder married actress Nikki Reed in 2015, and they have one child together. He is actively involved in environmental and animal rights activism through the Ian Somerhalder Foundation.
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First name
Ian
Last name
Somerhalder
Location
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Years active
2016 - present
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