Date of Birth: December 8, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Ian Somerhalder is an American actor, director, and environmental activist, best known for his role as Damon Salvatore in the popular television series “The Vampire Diaries.” Born and raised in Covington, Louisiana, Ian started his career as a model at a young age, working with brands like Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, and Gucci. He transitioned into acting, gaining early recognition for his role as Boone Carlyle in the critically acclaimed series “Lost.” Somerhalder’s breakout role came with “The Vampire Diaries,” which aired from 2009 to 2017. The show garnered him multiple awards and a massive fan following. Beyond acting, Ian is deeply committed to environmental and animal rights issues. He founded the Ian Somerhalder Foundation, which focuses on environmental conservation, animal protection, and youth education.
5 Interesting Facts about Ian Somerhalder
1. Ian Somerhalder began his modeling career at the age of 10.
2. He was the first actor to be cast on “The Vampire Diaries.”
3. Ian is a passionate environmental activist and has his own foundation.
4. He directed multiple episodes of “The Vampire Diaries.”
5. Ian married actress Nikki Reed in April 2015.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ian Somerhalder
1. “The environment is in us, not outside of us. The trees are our lungs, the rivers our bloodstream. We are all interconnected and what you do to the environment, ultimately, you do to yourself.”
2. “I have a million acquaintances but just two or three true friends. I can’t hide anything from them.”
3. “Success is not defined by what you achieve but by the obstacles you overcome.”
4. “I appreciate the simple things in life: a good meal, a walk on the beach, a good conversation.”
5. “I feel incredibly lucky to have a platform that allows me to speak about things I care about.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Ian Somerhalder’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $12 million.
Children
Ian Somerhalder and Nikki Reed have one child, a daughter named Bodhi Soleil Reed Somerhalder, born on July 25, 2017.
Relevant Links
1. [Ian Somerhalder’s IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0813812/
2. [Ian Somerhalder Foundation](http://www.isfoundation.com/
3. [Ian Somerhalder’s Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/iansomerhalder/
4. [Ian Somerhalder on Twitter](https://twitter.com/iansomerhalder
5. [Ian Somerhalder’s Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/ian-somerhalder
