Hello, attractive individuals! The WB was a network that teenagers adored before it transformed into The CW in 2006. It provided fans with an abundance of visually appealing actors in its popular shows.
From Summerland and Supernatural to What I Like About You and Charmed, The WB focused on showcasing the most alluring actors, and fans will always remember the attractive men who used to captivate their TV screens on this channel.
Joshua Jackson, known for his role as Pacey Witter on Dawson's Creek, understands the ongoing curiosity from fans about the fate of his character. In a July 2021 interview, he shared his perspective on where Pacey and Joey Potter, played by Katie Holmes, would be today. According to him, they ventured to Paris together, enjoyed a beautiful European life for a period, and eventually returned home with a couple of children. As the actor currently values the themes of marriage and love, he envisions a positive and fulfilling narrative for their story.
Milo Ventimiglia, known for his role as Jess Mariano on Gilmore Girls in the early 2000s, was involved in a love triangle on the WB show. Recently, in September 2021, the actor discussed his character's relationship with Rory Gilmore, played by Alexis Bledel, describing it as "complicated." Ventimiglia expressed that Jess and Rory were what each other needed at the time, but their relationship didn't work out as they went their separate ways. He shared these thoughts during an appearance on the "I Am All In" podcast, emphasizing the uniqueness of their connection and the world they created for themselves.
Barry Watson, known for his role as Matt Camden on 7th Heaven, revealed in an exclusive interview with us in October 2021 that he had women enamored with him both on and off the set. He shared his experience of having his costars Jessica Biel and Beverley Mitchell, who portrayed his on-screen sisters Mary and Lucy, develop crushes on him during filming.
"They were always lingering around my trailer, pretending they weren't really there," reminisced the Highway to Heaven star. "Back then, I didn't really think about it. Years ago, they had jokingly mentioned it to me, and I would playfully respond, saying, 'I'm sure you still have a crush on me.' But at the time, it didn't really register in my mind."
Continue scrolling to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and discover the current whereabouts of the WB's most attractive stars.
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Unforgettable WB Hunks: Where Are They Now? Joshua Jackson, Scott Speedman, Wesley Jonathan and More
Hello, handsome! The WB was a teenager’s dream network before it became The CW in 2006, giving fans a ton of eye candy to look at on all of its hit series.
The WB network was known for featuring popular shows like Summerland, Supernatural, What I Like About You, and Charmed. These shows showcased attractive actors who left a lasting impression on fans. Among them was Joshua Jackson, who portrayed Pacey Witter on Dawson's Creek for six seasons. Jackson acknowledges that fans remain curious about what became of his character after the series concluded. In a July 2021 interview, he shared his thoughts on where Pacey and his onscreen girlfriend Joey Potter (played by Katie Holmes) would be today.
According to the Dr. Death actor, they went to Paris, where he followed her. They had a wonderful European life for a while and eventually returned home with a couple of kids. Speaking to E!'s Daily Pop at the time, he expressed his current focus on marriage and love, hoping for a positive outcome for their story.
In the early 2000s, Milo Ventimiglia played the character Jess Mariano on Gilmore Girls and was involved in a love triangle on the WB show. Reflecting on his character's relationship with Rory Gilmore, portrayed by Alexis Bledel, the This Is Us star described their situation as "complicated" in September 2021.
“I believe that Jess and Rory provided each other with what they needed at that particular moment, but unfortunately, their relationship didn't work out. They chose different paths, and that's perfectly alright. In fact, it's quite remarkable," Ventimiglia expressed during his appearance on the “I Am All In” podcast. "What I always admired about them is that, regardless of societal expectations, they created their own unique universe, which I find pretty impressive."
He continued, saying, "I believe that Jess and Rory truly discovered their own world together. And even beyond their romantic teenage years, they managed to maintain a genuine friendship as young adults."
Barry Watson, known for his role as Matt Camden on 7th Heaven, revealed that his co-stars Jessica Biel and Beverley Mitchell had a crush on him both on and off set. In an exclusive interview with We in October 2021, Watson shared his experience of noticing Biel and Mitchell hanging around his trailer and pretending not to be there when he would come out. Reflecting on it now, Watson mentioned that they had jokingly mentioned their crush on him in the past, but at the time, he didn't pay much attention to it.
Scroll down for a trip down memory lane — and to see where the hunkiest WB stars are now:
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Joshua Jackson
Prominently known for his role as Pacey Witter on the hit television series Dawson's Creek, The Mighty Ducks actor skyrocketed to super stardom. Running from 1998 to 2003, the show still leaves fans debating whether Pacey should have ultimately ended up with Joey (played by Holmes) or if Dawson (James Van Der Beek) was her perfect match. Amidst the show's success, he also made appearances in movies such as Cruel Intentions, The Skulls, and Lone Star State of Mind. Since then, this Canadian native has established himself in other notable projects, including Fringe, The Affair, Little Fires Everywhere, and Dr. Death. In 2016, Jackson made his stage debut in Smart People and later went on to perform in A Life in the Theatre and Children of a Lesser God.
From 2006 to 2016, the actor was in a decade-long relationship with Diane Kruger. In 2018, he started dating Jodie Turner-Smith. In December 2019, it was confirmed that the couple had secretly tied the knot earlier that year. They joyfully welcomed their first child, a daughter, in April 2020.
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James Van Der Beek
The lead character, Dawson Leery, in Dawson's Creek, was played by the Connecticut native from 1998 to 2003. Van Der Beek went on to appear in Mercy, Don't Trust the B— in Apartment 23, Friends With Better Lives, CSI: Cyber, What Would Diplo Do? (which he also wrote and produced), and Pose. Since 2017, he has been portraying Boris on Vampirina. In 2019, Van Der Beek competed on Dancing With the Stars and secured fifth place.
The Varsity Blues star,
, had been in a marital relationship with Heather McComb for the period spanning from 2003 to 2009. Subsequently, he found love with Kimberley Van Der Beek, exchanging vows in 2010. Over the course of eight years, the couple experienced the joy of parenthood five times, welcoming Olivia, Joshua, Annabel, Emilia, and Gwendolyn into their lives between 2010 and 2018. In a rather clandestine manner, the duo rejoiced at the arrival of their sixth child, Jeremiah, in November 2021.
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Scott Speedman
Speedman portrayed the character of Ben Covington, whom Felicity (played by Keri Russell) pursued to college, in the television series Felicity from 1998 to 2002. He gained further recognition for his roles in the Underworld film series as Michael and appeared in notable movies such as Good Neighbours, Citizen Gangster, The Vow, The Monster, Run This Town, and Best Sellers. On the small screen, he achieved success with shows like Last Resort, Animal Kingdom, You, and Grey's Anatomy.
Born in London, the actor has been in a relationship with Lindsay Rae Hoffman since 2017. They recently welcomed their first child, a daughter named Pfeiffer Lucia, in October 2021.
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Scott Foley
David Foley, a Kansas native, portrayed Felicity's other love interest, the kind-hearted Noel Crane, in the eponymous series from 1998 to 2002. Since then, Foley has garnered further success in the television industry, appearing in shows such as A.U.S.A., Scrubs, The Unit, Grey's Anatomy, True Blood, The Goodwin Games, Scandal, and Whiskey Cavalier. Starting from 2021, he has been portraying the character Nick Blackburn in The Big Leap. Additionally, Foley has demonstrated his skill as a director and producer, having worked on several episodes of Scandal and served as a producer for Whiskey Cavalier and The Big Leap.
Foley tied the knot with Jennifer Garner, whom he crossed paths with during her guest appearance on Felicity, in the year 2000. Their marriage lasted until 2003. In 2007, Foley exchanged vows with Marika Dominczyk, with whom he has three children: Malina, Keller, and Konrad.
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Tom Welling
Welling's acting career took off in 2001 when he landed the role of Clark Kent on Smallville. This marked his debut in the industry following his appearance in the short film Angela Via: Picture Perfect. He portrayed the aspiring hero throughout the show's run, which aired on The WB and later The CW from 2001 to 2011. In addition to acting, Welling also took on the role of executive producer from 2009 to 2011 for the popular series. He then ventured into film, appearing in Parkland, Draft Day, and The Choice, before returning to television in 2017 as Marcus Pierce in Lucifer. Welling further displayed his versatility by playing Vincent Corbo on Professionals in 2020, a project he also served as an executive producer on.
Aside from his professional accomplishments, Welling's personal life also saw significant changes. He was married to Jamie White from 2002 to 2015 before finding love again with Jessica Rose Lee. The couple joyfully welcomed their first child, son Thomson Wylde, in January 2019 and subsequently tied the knot in November of that same year. They expanded their family even further with the arrival of son Rocklin Von in June 2021.
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Chad Michael Murray
Murray played the role of Lucas Scott, a high school basketball player, in the TV show One Tree Hill from 2003 to 2009. After his departure, he made a brief return in 2012 for one episode. Prior to his time on One Tree Hill, Murray appeared on The WB's Gilmore Girls as Tristan Dugray and Dawson's Creek as Charlie Todd, establishing himself as a familiar face on the network. He went on to star in several other shows including Chosen, Texas Rising, Agent Carter, Sun Records, Star, and Riverdale. In addition to his television work, the New York native has had success in film with hits such as Write Before Christmas, Survive the Night, Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman, and Angel Falls Christmas. Murray has also ventured into producing.
The actor, known for his role in The Cinderella Story, was married to his OTH costar Sophia Bush for a brief period from 2005 to 2006. In 2015, he tied the knot with his Chosen costar Sarah Roemer. Since then, they have welcomed two children into their lives - a son in 2015 and a daughter in 2017.
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James Lafferty
Lafferty rose to fame as Nathan Scott, the half-brother of Lucas, in the popular TV series One Tree Hill. He appeared on the show, which aired on both The WB and The CW, from 2003 to 2012. Since then, the California native has appeared on Crisis, Underground, The Haunting of Hill House, The Right Stuff, and Everyone Is Doing Great. Lafferty initially ventured into directing with One Tree Hill and later worked on The Royals and Hulu's Everyone Is Doing Great, which he co-wrote with his former One Tree Hill co-star, Stephen Colletti. Both actors also serve as executive producers on the project.
In September 2020, the Small Town Crime actor proposed to actress Alexandra Park, whom he met in 2015 while directing The Royals. The couple, who portray a married couple on Everyone Is Doing Great, tied the knot in Hawaii surrounded by former co-stars from both One Tree Hill and The Royals in May 2022, as exclusively reported by Us.
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Jensen Ackles
The Texas native,
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appeared on two WB shows. He was seen in Dawson’s Creek as C.J. and Smallville as Jason Teague. Soon after, he secured the role of Dean Winchester on Supernatural in 2005. Throughout the series' run till its finale in 2020, he portrayed the mesmerizing guardian and elder brother of Sam (Jared Padalecki). Alongside his tenure on Supernatural, Ackles also starred in My Bloody Valentine and Buddy Games. He lent his voice to Batman/Bruce Wayne in the animated film Batman: The Long Halloween. In 2019, Ackles embarked on Amazon Prime's The Boys series as Soldier Boy. Not solely confined to acting, the star also co-owns the Family Business Beer Company in Dripping Springs, Texas.Ackles tied the knot with Danneel Harris from One Tree Hill fame in May 2010. The couple is blessed with three adorable children — daughter Justice and twins Arrow and Zeppelin. Besides their family life, they also collaborate in managing the brewery.
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Jared Padalecki
Padalecki made his breakthrough in Hollywood as Dean Forester, Rory Gilmore’s first love on the show Gilmore Girls. He further cemented his success by portraying Sam Winchester on Supernatural from 2005 to 2020, gaining heartthrob status along the way. Alongside his work on the popular series, he also appeared in House of Wax, Cry Wolf, and Friday the 13th. Since 2021, he has taken on the role of Cordell Walker on the show Walker, where he also serves as an executive producer. Additionally, in 2018, he opened Stereotype, a ‘90s-themed bar in Austin, Texas.
Padalecki, a recipient of the People's Choice Award, has been happily married to actress Genevieve Cortese since 2010. They reside in Texas and are proud parents of three children: two sons named Thomas and Austin, and a daughter named Odette.
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Ryan Kwanten
The actor gained popularity in American television when he portrayed Jay Robertson in the series Summerland. From 2004 to 2005, Kwanten mesmerized audiences as the charming surfer. Following this, the Australian performer went on to showcase his talent in various films such as Dead Silence, Not Suitable for Children, Flight 7500, Reach Me, The Hurricane Heist, and Kill Chain. Moreover, Kwanten has also made notable appearances in TV shows such as True Blood (as Jason Stackhouse), Apollo Gauntlet, The Oath, Sacred Lies, and Them.
The Home and Away alum has been dating Ashley Sisino since 2014.
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Jesse McCartney
McCartney played the role of Bradin Westerly, the eldest of three siblings who moved in with their aunt following the death of their parents, on Summerland. This role proved to be a turning point in his television career, leading to appearances on shows such as Greek, Army Wives, Young & Hungry, and Young Justice. McCartney also lent his voice to the character Theodore in the Alvin and the Chipmunks movies. In 2020, he competed on The Masked Singer. In addition to his successful acting career, McCartney has released five studio albums, including his latest work, New Stage, which came out in 2021. In September 2019, it was confirmed by Us Magazine that McCartney had become engaged to actress Katie Peterson, following a seven-year-long relationship. The couple tied the knot in October 2021.
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Gregory Smith
Smith initially entered the acting scene in the 1990s, but it was his role as Ephram Brown in The WB's Everwood in 2002 that truly propelled him to stardom. Portraying the eldest child of Dr. Andrew "Andy" Brown (played by Treat Williams), he captivated audiences with his character's romantic involvement with Amy Abbott (Emily VanCamp) after relocating to Colorado. The talented actor, hailing from Canada, has since showcased his skills in projects like Conception, Dream House, and guest appearances on Working the Engels. From 2010 to 2015, he took on the role of Officer Dov Epstein on Rookie Blue. Following the conclusion of the series, Smith smoothly transitioned into directing, helming episodes of Saving Hope, Arrow, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and God Friended Me. As of 2021, he also holds the position of supervising producer on Superman and Lois.
Smith married actress Taylor McKay in 2018. Their first child, son Harry, was born in January 2021.
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Chris Pratt
Pratt's initial television role was as Bright Abbott, Amy's attractive older brother, on Everwood from 2002 to 2006. Following that, he played Ché in recurring appearances on The O.C., before landing the lead role of Andy Dwyer on Parks and Recreation from 2009 to 2015. In addition to his television work, Pratt has appeared in various movies such as Bride Wars, Moneyball, The Five-Year Engagement, Her, The Magnificent Seven, Passengers, Onward, and The Tomorrow War. He has also provided the voice for Emmet Brickowski in the Lego Movie franchise, portrayed Peter Quill/Star-Lord in the Guardians of the Galaxy movies, and played Owen Grady in the Jurassic World franchise.
From 2009 to 2018, Pratt was married to Anna Faris, and they have a son named Jack who was born in August 2012. In 2019, he tied the knot with Katherine Schwarzenegger, and the couple welcomed their first child, daughter Lyla, in August 2020. In December 2021, it was confirmed that Pratt and Schwarzenegger were expecting their second child together. Their second daughter, Eloise, was born in May 2022.
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Milo Ventimiglia
Having gained popularity as Rory's rebellious boyfriend, Jess Mariano, in the long-running series Gilmore Girls, the actor managed to captivate fans for six seasons. Following his departure from the show in 2006 after season 6, Ventimiglia secured a role in a short-lived series called The Bedford Diaries on The WB. In this show, he portrayed Richard Thorne II before eventually landing the role of Peter Petrelli in Heroes. Since then, this native Californian has appeared in various shows such as Wolverine, Mob City, Chosen, The Whispers, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Over the course of six seasons, he has portrayed the character of Jack Pearson on This Is Us. Notably, as a versatile artist, Ventimiglia has also delved into directing and producing, having worked on projects like The PET Squad Files and Revelation Status.
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Matt Czuchry
Prior to his iconic role in Gilmore Girls, Matt Czuchry made waves among WB fans with his recurring part on the short-lived series Young Americans back in 2000. Playing Rory's college boyfriend, Logan Huntzberger, he captured hearts until the show's finale in 2007 and later reprised the role for the Netflix revival, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. With his talent on full display, Czuchry continued to captivate audiences, gracing the screen in Friday Night Lights before taking on the role of Cary Agos on The Good Wife from 2009 to 2016. Since 2018, he has mesmerized fans as Conrad Hawkins on The Resident, all while assuming the esteemed position of executive producer for the project.
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Penn Badgley
Badgley portrayed Owen Gregory in the 2006 series The Bedford Diaries, a one-season drama that brought together six college students. That same year, he also took on a role in the film John Tucker Must Die. Since then, the talented actor from Maryland has been seen in notable films such as Easy A, Greetings From Tim Buckley, Here Today, and The Birthday Cake. On television, he gained recognition for his portrayal of Dan Humphrey in the hit series Gossip Girl, which lasted for six seasons. In 2018, Badgley captivated audiences once again as Joe Goldberg in You, a psychological thriller series where he also serves as a producer. Beyond his acting career, Badgley serves as the lead singer for the indie group MOTHXR, whose debut album Centerfold was released in 2016.
The Do Over alum married singer and actress Domino Kirke in 2017. They welcomed their first child, son James, in September 2020.
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Joey and Matthew Lawrence
The two eldest Lawrence brothers, Joey and Matthew, gained fame as heartthrobs during their time on the show Brotherly Love from 1995 to 1997. Their younger brother, Andrew Lawrence, also appeared on the show as a child. Joey, known for his role as Joe Roman, and Matthew, known for his role as Matt Roman, captured the attention of viewers with their undeniable charm.
Since their time on Brotherly Love, Joey Lawrence has built an impressive career in both television and film. He has appeared in shows such as American Dreams, Run of the House, Half & Half, Melissa & Joey, and Hawaii Five-0. Notable film credits include Hitched for the Holidays, Roe v. Wade, The Office Mix-Up, Mistletoe Mixup, and Pardoned by Grace. In addition to his acting career, Joey is also a producer and director.
Joey's personal life has seen its ups and downs. He was previously married to Michelle Vella from 2002 to 2005 before tying the knot with Chandie Yawn-Nelson in 2005. However, in 2020, Joey filed for divorce from Chandie. Despite their separation, the couple shares two children together, daughters Charleston and Liberty. In exciting news, it was exclusively confirmed in August 2021 that Joey Lawrence is now engaged to actress Samantha Cope.
Matthew, on the other hand, took on the role of Jack Hunter on Boy Meets World from 1997 to 2000. Following that, he appeared in various films such as The Hot Chick, The Dog Who Saved Easter, Desperate Waters, Better Than Love, and Mistletoe Mixup. In 2021, he marked his debut as a producer with A Deadly Deed. The actor, known for his role in Mrs. Doubtfire, tied the knot with Cheryl Burke in 2019. In February 2022, it was confirmed by Us that the Dancing With the Stars pro had filed for divorce from Matthew, after almost three years of marriage.
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David Boreanaz
Boreanaz rose to fame by portraying Angel, Buffy's vampire soulmate, on the TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer from 1997 to 2003. His character became so popular that it led to a spinoff series called Angel, which aired from 1999 to 2004. After that, he took on the role of Seeley Booth on the show Bones from 2005 to 2017. Currently, he is known for his portrayal of Jason Hayes on SEAL Team since 2017. Boreanaz also made his directorial debut with an episode of Angel in 2004 and became a producer on Bones in 2007, where he continued to work on the show for its 12-season run.
In his personal life, Boreanaz was previously married to Ingrid Quinn from 1997 to 1999. However, he found lasting love with Jaime Bergman, whom he wed in 2001. Together, they have two children: a son named Jaden and a daughter named Bella, who were born in 2002 and 2009, respectively.
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Barry Watson
Matt Camden from 7th Heaven, played by Watson, captured the hearts of viewers. He portrayed the oldest son of Eric and Annie Camden for 10 seasons, from 1996 to 2006. Originally from Michigan, Watson went on to star in various television shows such as What About Brian, Samantha Who?, Gossip Girl, Hart of Dixie, and Date My Dad. In addition to his television work, Watson has also been involved in several film projects, including Kiss at Pine Lake, A Dog's Way Home, and Highway to Heaven. Notably, he has also ventured into writing and directing, even having contributed to an episode of 7th Heaven in 2002.
The actor known for his role in "The Sorority Boys" tied the knot with Laura Payne-Gabriel in 1997, but their marriage ended in 2002. He then found love again with Tracy Hutson, whom he married in 2006. However, their union came to an end in 2011. They have two sons together, Oliver and Felix. In 2015, the actor exchanged vows for the third time, saying "I do" to Natasha Gregson Wagner. The couple now has a daughter named Clover.
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Nate Richert
From 1996 to 2003, the actor portrayed Harvey Kinkle, the boyfriend of Sabrina Spellman (played by Melissa Joan Hart), in the TV show Sabrina the Teenage Witch. After that, he appeared in The Sure Hand of God, Game Box 1.0, and the short film H-e-n-r-y before stepping away from the entertainment industry in 2006. In 2020, he made a comeback with a guest appearance on an episode of Home Work. Currently, he is pursuing a career as a singer-songwriter and released his first album, titled Halogen Moon, in 2012. In 2019, the Minnesota native tied the knot with Malorie Felt.
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Nick Zano
Zano made his television debut on The WB's What I Like About You in 2003 as Vince, the love interest of Holly Tyler played by Amanda Bynes. He continued with the comedy until 2006. Following that, he had recurring roles on popular shows such as 7th Heaven, Cougar Town, Melrose Place, 90210, 2 Broke Girls, and Happy Endings. In 2015, he appeared on One Big Happy and Minority Report, and a year later, he began portraying Nate Haywood on DC's Legends of Tomorrow. Early in the 2000s, he also served as the host and executive producer of the MTV reality show called Why Can't I Be You?.
The New Jersey native has been dating actress Leah Renee Cudmore since 2016. They share two children: son Wyatt and daughter Lennon.
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Wesley Jonathan
Jonathan played the role of Gary Thorpe, one of Holly's friends, in the television show What I Like About You from 2002 to 2006. Following that, he appeared in Steppin: The Movie, Make Your Move, Trigger, and The Men in My Life. He also had leading roles in Almost Home, The LeBrons, The Soul Man, Partners in Rhyme, and Monogamy. In addition to his acting career, Jonathan served as an executive producer for the film Monogamy in 2019.
Originally from California, Jonathan is happily married to Tamara Mitchell and the couple has a daughter named Faye.
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Ian Somerhalder
Somerhalder took on the character of Hamilton Fleming, a student at Rawley Summer Academy, in the short-lived series Young Americans in 2000. Following this, he portrayed Adam Knight on Smallville, a show on The WB network. In 2004, he landed the role of Boone Carlyle on Lost. Somerhalder returned to The WB family in 2009, this time on The CW's The Vampire Diaries, where he played the vampire Damon Salvatore until 2017. After that, he ventured into the role of Luther Swann on V-Wars in 2019 as both a producer and director.
In 2021, the actor collaborated with Paul Wesley, his costar on TVD, to create Brothers’ Bond bourbon. Somerhalder is currently married to Nikki Reed, and together they have a daughter named Bodhi. In January 2023, the couple announced that they were expecting their second child. Reed later confirmed the birth of their son through social media in June 2023.
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Jason Behr
From 1998 to 1999, Behr had a recurring role on The WB's Dawson's Creek. Following that, he landed the role of Max Evans on Roswell, which aired from 1999 to 2002. Behr has also appeared on Breakout Kings and Supergirl. In 2020, he returned to the Roswell universe as Tripp Manes on Roswell, New Mexico. He has also appeared in films such as Shooting Livien, Dragon Wars: D-War, and Senseless. The Minnesota native tied the knot with KaDee Strickland in 2006, and they welcomed their first child, son Atticus, in October 2020.
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Brendan Fehr
Fehr, a resident of Roswell, was one of the charming individuals who captivated audiences with his portrayal of Michael Guerin from 1999 to 2002. This talented actor has gone on to showcase his skills in various film and television projects, such as Sugar, The Other Side of the Tracks, X-Men: First Class, Guardians of the Galaxy, Brotherhood, and The Commando. Not limited to the big screen, Fehr has also achieved success in the realm of television, with notable appearances on CSI: Miami, Bones, Wynonna Earp, and The Night Shift. Apart from his acting prowess, Fehr expanded his repertoire by directing the heartwarming movie The Ugly Christmas Sweater in 2017.
The ex-model had a short-lived engagement with Majandra Delfino, his romantic partner on the TV show Roswell, but they ended their relationship in 2003. He tied the knot with Jennifer Rowley in 2006, with whom he has three daughters: James, Ellison, and Ondine.
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Steve Howey
Howey, a Texas native, portrayed the endearing character Van Montgomery on the popular show Reba from 2001 to 2007. In the sitcom, his character becomes a part of Reba Hart's family (played by Reba McEntire) after impregnating her eldest daughter, Cheyenne (played by JoAnna Garcia Swisher). Following his role on Reba, Howey went on to star in various films such as Bride Wars, Something Borrowed, In Your Eyes, Love on the Run, and Stuber. He also had a significant role as Kevin Ball on Shameless for 11 seasons, until the show's conclusion in 2021.
In June 2020, it was confirmed that Howey and Sarah Shahi had ended their 11-year marriage. The couple has three children together: a son named William and twins named Violet and Knox.
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Brian Krause
Krause starred as Leo Wyatt, Piper Halliwell’s husband, in the popular TV series Charmed from 1998 to 2006. His character, a whitelighter, became the longest-lasting romantic interest for any of the Charmed sisters. In addition to his acting career, Krause is also a talented writer, director, and producer. Some of his other notable roles include Nowhere to Hide, Rain from Stars, The Demonologist, Trauma Therapy, Secrets in the Water, and Uploaded. Recently, he took on the role of Robert in the thrilling series Cypher in 2021.
The California native was married to Beth Bruce from 1996 to 2000. They share one son, Jamen, born in 1996.