Jared Padalecki

Jared Tristan Padalecki is an American actor. He grew up in Texas and came to fame in the early 2000s after appearing on the television series “Gilmore Girls” as well as in several Hollywood films, including “New York Minute” and “House of Wax.” Padalecki plays Sam Winchester on the CW television series “Supernatural.”

Padalecki's acting career is long and varied. In 2000, he was cast as Dean Forester on the television series “Gilmore Girls,” he appeared in the Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen comedy “New York Minute” as Trey Lipton, and he starred in the horror film “House of Wax.” and in the "Friday the 13th" (2009) remake. Padalecki is most recognized for his work as Sam Winchester on the WB series, “Supernatural” where he appears opposite Jensen Ackles.

In March 2015, Padalecki launched his “Always Keep Fighting” campaign through Represent.com. His first campaign raised funds for To Write Love On Her Arms, which supports people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. The cause is particularly close to Padalecki, who has been candid about his own struggles with depression. He has launched two other campaigns since.

In September 2019, it was announced that Padalecki was cast as the titular role in a reboot series of Walker, Texas Ranger, which is currently in development at The CW. The reboot, "Walker," premiered on January 21, 2021.