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Ian Somerhalder - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Age | 47 |
| Birthplace | Covington, Louisiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Ian Somerhalder's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Playing Damon Salvatore in 'The Vampire Diaries' and Boone Carlyle in 'Lost' |
Intro
Ian Somerhalder is an American actor, model, and environmental activist best known for his roles in the television series 'Lost' and 'The Vampire Diaries.'
Early Life & Background
Ian Joseph Somerhalder was born on December 8, 1978, in Covington, Louisiana. He began modeling at age 10, traveling frequently for work before transitioning into acting during his teenage years.
Career Highlights
- Played Boone Carlyle on the hit series 'Lost' (2004–2010)
- Starred as Damon Salvatore in 'The Vampire Diaries' (2009–2017)
- Appeared in films such as 'Pulse' (2006)
- Produced and starred in Netflix's 'V Wars' (2019)
Trivia
- Founder of the Ian Somerhalder Foundation, focusing on environmental causes
- Married actress Nikki Reed in 2015
- He is of French, English, and Irish descent
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Ian Somerhalder?
Ian Somerhalder is 47 years old.
When was Ian Somerhalder born?
Ian Somerhalder was born the 8 December 1978.
Where is Ian Somerhalder from?
Covington, Louisiana, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1978, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1978 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Le Freak by Chic
- #1 UK song: Mary's Boy Child by Boney M
- Popular movie: The Deer Hunter directed by Michael Cimino
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