Jensen Ackles

Appeared in the CBS miniseries Blonde , about Marilyn Monroe

Became a series regular on Dark Angel , playing Alec, a genetically engineered superhuman

Made guest appearance on Dark Angel (Fox), playing Ben, a fellow escapee of the title character

Moved to L.A. after completing high school

While attending a workshop for actors in Dallas, spotted by a talent agent and signed to representation

At age four, appeared in print and TV commercials for Wal-Mart, Nabisco and Radio Shack

Had recurring role on the NBC sitcom Mr. Rhodes

Made guest appearance on Sweet Valley High (syndicated)

Portrayed Eric Brady on the NBC daytime drama Days of Our Lives

TV acting debut in an episode of PBS Wishbone , shot in Dallas