Ian Somerhalder

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Actor Known for "The Vampire Diaries"; Animal & Environmental Advocate; Founder of The Ian Somerhalder Foundation

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Ian Somerhalder Biography

Ian Somerhalder is an actor, director, and entrepreneur. He is well-known for his roles in the TV drama "Lost" and The CW's supernatural drama "The Vampire Diaries." Most recently, Somerhalder has added executive producing to his resume, having produced and starred in "V-Wars" and produced the regenerative agriculture documentary Kiss The Ground for Netflix.

Somerhalder was born and raised in Covington, Louisiana. From the age of 10 to 13, he pursued a modeling career before deciding to follow his passion for acting at 17. In 2002, Somerhalder landed a role in Roger Avary's adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis' novel, The Rules of Attraction. However, his breakthrough role came in 2004 when he was cast as Boone Carlyle in the popular TV show "Lost."

In 2009, Somerhalder was cast in the role of Vampire Damon Salvatore in "The Vampire Diaries." The series became a huge success on The CW, receiving positive responses from critics and fans alike. Apart from acting, Somerhalder also launched an ultra-premium Bourbon brand, Brother’s Bond Bourbon, with his "Vampire Diaries" co-star Paul Wesley, which was one of the fastest-selling brands of 2021.

Beyond his acting and entrepreneurial ventures, Somerhalder is devoted to environmental conservation. He was involved in the Deepwater Horizon oil drilling disaster cleanup in 2010 and continues to champion environmental causes through his Ian Somerhalder Foundation, serving as an Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Program. The foundation made a notable donation of $1 million to The Jane Goodall Institute in May 2021.

Somerhalder also advocates for animal welfare, supporting the St. Tammany Humane Society and co-hosting a charity fundraiser for the Society with his "The Vampire Diaries" co-stars Candice Accola and Michael Trevino. He supports the It Gets Better Project, which aims to prevent suicide among LGBT youth. Somerhalder has consistently used his platform to raise awareness about environmental and social issues, embodying his passion for making a positive impact on the world.

In addition to his foundation's work, Somerhalder campaigns for RYOT, a Los Angeles-based media company known for its cause-based, take-action online news source. His career and philanthropic efforts demonstrate his commitment to not only entertaining audiences but also to using his influence to effect meaningful change.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/09/2024.

Ian Somerhalder Videos

  • Ian Somerhalder Shares His Love For Animals | PeopleTV
    Actor and animal advocate Ian Somerhalder shares his love for animals, the significance of "Take Your Cat To The Vet Day" and other causes close to...
  • Vampire Diaries - Ian Somerhalder - Full Panel/Q&A - SLCC 2016
    Ian Somerhalder, known for his role on The Vampire Diaries, discusses his time on set and answers questions.
  • Ian Somerhalder Interview Full (HD) *New*

Ian Somerhalder Books

  • Ian Somerhalder 2017: Star of Vampire Diaries
    Ian Somerhalder 2017: Star of Vampire Diaries

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Ian Somerhalder is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Ian Somerhalder for your event is $100,000 - $200,000. Ian Somerhalder generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ashley Judd, Adrian Grenier, Don Cheadle, Bill Nye and Van Jones. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ian Somerhalder for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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