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duhamel_josh Josh Duhamel

Pine Valley Presence

Leo du Pres (November 22, 1999 to October 17, 2002; November 14, 2002)

At a Glance

Newcomer Josh Duhamel joined the cast of All My Children in November 1999 as Leo du Pres.

Born and raised in Minot, North Dakota, Josh attended Minot State University, playing collegiate-level football and basketball. He earned a bachelor of science degree in biology, with plans of a career in dentistry. Not being content with his plans for the future, Josh moved to Los Angeles and began to purse an acting career.

During his time in Los Angeles, Josh auditioned for All My Children and then went to Europe, where he starred in his first leading role as Dorian Gray, in an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray. After completing the film, he was notified to pack his bags and head for New York City, where he landed the role as Leo du Pres. Josh is adjusting well to life in New York City, and when he is not working, he enjoys basketball, football, skiing and golf. He currently resides in Manhattan.



Acting Portfolio
TELEVISION

All My Children
Leo du Pres
November 22, 1999 to October 17, 2002; November 14, 2002



Acting Portfolio
FILM

Transformers 2
2009

The Picture of Dorian Gray
Dorian Gray
1999



Awards & Acclaim

Daytime Emmys Winner, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2002)

Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2001, 2002, 2003)

Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor (2003)


Miscellaneous

Before appearing on All My Children, Josh was a male model.


Vital Statistics

PLACE OF BIRTH: Minot, North Dakota
DATE OF BIRTH: November 14, 1972
HEIGHT: 6'2"
HAIR:Dark Blonde
EYES: Green
EDUCATION: He earned a bachelor of science degree in biology from Minot State University.



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