Josh Duhamel

Childhood

Josh became the fruit of love between a physical education teacher and an advertising space sales manager.
Later, however, the parents of the future celebrity divorced. However, the boy did not lose sight of his father and maintained relations with him. Although he lived with his mother and sisters. Josh Duhamel's education is completely unrelated and has nothing to do with acting. The young man studied biology at Minot State University. The desire to study natural science coexisted well with the ability to play excellent football. Josh was the quarterback of the university team.

Model business

However, Josh’s plans for the future were not related to sports or biology, or even acting, but to dentistry. Duhamel planned to go to dental school, but did not study there for even one semester. But by the will of fate, Duhamel ended up in the modeling business. At this time, he was already living in California (he went there after his girlfriend) and began participating in various shows, as well as starring in music videos. For example, the young man appeared in the videos of Christina Aguilera and Donna Summer. And among other things, the handsome man posed in front of photographic lenses, thanks to which some time later he ended up on television.

Charming Josh

By the way, in 1997, Josh Duhamel received the title of best male model in an international competition. But Ashton Kutcher, who was not yet known at that time, became the first vice-mister.

Actor career

Josh Duhamel played his first successful role in 1999.
He played the role of Leo du Preez in the American ABC soap opera All My Children. The love story of the characters Rebecca Budig and Josh Duhamel was liked by critics and, in 2003, they were nominated for the Daytime Emmy Award. “In Hollywood there is a stereotype about working in soap operas. It's a mystery to me why, because there are so many really good actors in the series. And no drama lessons can be compared to working on television! The actor learns to pose correctly in front of the cameras, set the lighting, and also find a common language with the film crew, in particular with the director. For me, filming the series is the best thing that could have happened,” says the actor.

The Picture of Dorian Grey

And then, until 2004, the actor acted only in television series. At this time, the young actor already had a diploma from the Scott Sedit acting school-studio. During that period, Josh’s collection of works was replenished with such projects as “Ed,” “Las Vegas,” and “Jordan Investigation.” By the way, Duhamel’s character named Danny McCoy from the TV series “Las Vegas,” an Iraq War veteran and security analyst at a casino, later helped the actor get a job in the movie “Transformers.”

In 2004, Josh received the role of “star” Ted Hamilton. He played him in the comedy melodrama “Date with a Star” by Robert Luketic. This kind and romantic film was liked by the audience and received good reviews from critics. The actor himself coped well with the role of a bachelor actor, a date with whom a young girl from the province won a date in a television competition.

Movies

Just like in the modeling business, Josh Duhamel also got into cinema by accident: the director’s assistant noticed a photo of the young man in a magazine and invited him to a casting. The aspiring actor's first work was the soap opera All My Children, after which Duhamel was cast in the lead role in the detective television series Las Vegas. In 2004, Josh received the leading role in the comedy “Date with a Star,” about a young saleswoman who, as a result of a drawing, received a ticket to Hollywood for an evening meeting with her favorite actor. Together with Duhamel, the main characters were introduced to the audience by Kate Bosworth and Topher Grace.

His career gradually gained momentum, the actor appeared in the mystical drama The Picture of Dorian Gray, where he played in an episode. In horror, "Turistas" brought to life the image of the main character. Duhamel gained even greater fame from the fantastic action film Transformers, in which he portrayed Captain William Lennox. Then Josh got into the cast of the melodrama Once Upon a Time in Rome, where he appeared in the role of a reporter named Nick who is in love with a young girl Beth (Kristen Bell).

Another film about love is “Romantics,” which is about the upcoming wedding of two lovers. But during the ceremony, it turns out that the bridesmaid is also making plans for the groom. The main roles were distributed between Katie Holmes, Josh Duhamel and Anna Paquin. The film was initially shown at the Sundance Film Festival.

The next star role in Josh’s filmography came in the social comedy “Life as It Is,” the original plot of which attracted more viewers to the film. The film showed the situation of the sudden death of young parents who, in their will, indicated two friends as guardians of their child. From the very beginning of their acquaintance, the young people could not find a common language, but here they had to live in the same house, and even raise their goddaughter. And again starring Josh Duhamel, already beloved by the public, and Katherine Heigl.

Soon the artist, paired with Bruce Willis, became the main star of the crime action film “Wedge with Wedge.” In addition, it is worth noting Josh's partnership with Julianne Hough in the melodrama Safe Haven. Successful for the artist was his appearance in the Christmas story directed by Garry Marshall, “Old New Year,” where a star cast was selected. Jon Bon Jovi, Robert De Niro, Zac Efron, Ashton Kutcher, Sarah Jessica Parker and even Michelle Pfeiffer appeared in the romantic comedy. In a dramatic role, Josh tried himself in the film “You Are Not You” about a terminally ill pianist.

In recent years of his creative biography, Josh Duhamel has returned to the detective genre, as well as thrillers. With the participation of the actor, a humorous series about investigators “Battle Creek”, a psychological action-packed film “Lost in the Sun” about the life of criminals, as well as a fantastic serial film “11.22.63” based on the novel by Stephen King were released.

Dorian Gray

Josh Duhamel was lifted by a wave of success, and riding on it, he received a fairly large role in a movie in 2006. The actor played the character Dorian Gray in another film adaptation of Oscar Wilde's legendary work, The Picture of Dorian Gray. This picture was directed by David Rosenbaum. However, this version was subjected to rather harsh criticism. Josh Duhamel on video The same year, the actor played another leading role. This time the work was in an adventure thriller called “Turistas”. Here the plot centered on a group of young people who were traveling around Brazil. And they, having a full-fledged vacation on the beach together, turned out to have a terrible vacation. The heroes found themselves embroiled in a chase in which they barely survived. The guys were pursued by a group of human organ hunters.

Filmography

1999—2011 – “All My Children”
2004 – “Date with a Star”
2004 – “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
2006 – “Turistas”
2007 – “Transformers”
2010 – “Romantics”
2010 – “Once Upon a Time in Rome”
2010 – “Life as it is”
2011 – “Old New Year”
2012 – “Wedge with wedge”
2013 – “Safe Haven”
2014 – “You are not you”
2015 – “Battle Creek”
2016 – «11.22.63»
2018 – “Unsolved Case”
2018 – “Love, Simon”

Further career

In 2007, the actor played the role of Captain Lennox in the action film with elements of science fiction “Transformers” by Michael Bay.
A little later, Josh starred in the sequels of the popular film: “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen”, as well as “Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon”. In 2010, the actor starred in several films, including “Life as It Is”, “Once Upon a Time in Rome”, “Ramona and Beezus”. A year later, Duhamel worked on the romantic comedy Old New Year. Well, in 2012, Josh already managed to work on two films. The films “Movie 43” and “Wedge by Wedge” are being prepared for release.

It is worth noting that many of the films where the actor plays are shot in the genre of romantic comedy. Directors and producers see that Josh’s appearance is just right for such roles, so they don’t miss their chance.

Josh Duhamel and new films with his participation

Naturally, other films with Josh Duhamel began to appear later. He often starred in romantic comedies and melodramas. This was facilitated by his courageous and attractive appearance (this is perfectly demonstrated by the photos).

Josh Duhamel managed to work on four films at once in 2010. In the film “Romantics” he got the role of Tom McDevon. In addition, he played Nick Beamon, a reporter who is hopelessly in love with the main character in the film Once Upon a Time in Rome. This picture received a lot of positive reviews.

Also in 2010, a family comedy called “Ramona and Beezus” was released. Here he played Hobart, the former fiancé of the main characters' aunt. Another popular film starring the famous actor is “Life as It Is.” Here, Josh brilliantly played Eric Messer, who is forced to raise his beloved goddaughter with a woman whom he immediately disliked.

Together with many stars, Duhamel starred in the romantic comedy “Old New Year” - a film that demonstrates the intersection of the destinies of strangers. Here he got the role of Sam.

And in 2012, the actor tried himself in a different genre. In the dramatic film "Wedge by Wedge" by Jeremy Coleman. By the way, his filming partners were Rosario Dawson and Bruce Willis.

In 2013, three films with the participation of the famous actor were released. In particular, he played Mitchell in the film “Scenic Route”. Along with many famous Hollywood artists, he starred in the famous comedy called Movie 43, where he played Anson, Amy's boyfriend. By the way, the selection of actors, the search for a film studio and the production of the film took almost ten years. This film received a lot of not flattering reviews and even three Golden Raspberry awards. Nevertheless, many viewers were delighted with him.

Also in 2013, Josh received the leading role in the famous drama Safe Haven, where his partner was Julianne Hough. Here the actor excellently played a sweet, charming and kind widower who fell in love with a woman who ran away from her husband. In 2014, he played Alex in the film Threads. And currently the actor is actively involved in filming.

Personal life of Josh Duhamel

The actor’s personal life has been a topic of discussion for a long time among journalists and Internet users.
Interview with Josh Duhamel In 2009, Josh married singer Stacy Ann Ferguson (known as Fergie), lead singer of the popular group The Black Eyed Peas. And a huge army of fans watched the development of the relationship between Josh and Fergie with bated breath. In 2004, the singer appeared on Duhamel’s TV show as a guest. After the broadcast, a romance began.

“When she walked near me, I was even afraid to breathe! I constantly thought: “Lord, what should I do if she suddenly talks to me?!” And she stopped. Naturally, I looked like a complete idiot. And the first thing I could say in a voice hoarse with excitement: “You are such a hot thing!” Stacey, fortunately, had a great sense of humor. And she answered me: “I know, I once read about this in InStyle. What am I like in your dreams?”

The lovers announced their engagement only in 2007; for two years the celebrities walked in the status of bride and groom. Ferguson and Duhamel's wedding ceremony took place in Malibu. It is noteworthy that the stars did not allow extra people to attend such an important moment for the family. There were no journalists or photographers at the wedding.

Josh Duhamel was born in 1972 in North Dakota. His mother was a physical education teacher, and his father worked in advertising. Unfortunately, the family broke up, and young Josh began to live with his mother and three sisters, but kept in touch with his father. The guy grew up as a versatile personality - at the university he studied natural sciences and established himself as a good football player. After graduation, Duhamel even wanted to become a dentist, but immediately realized that it was not for him. Having moved to California, Josh begins to work part-time as a fashion model, and very successfully - in 1997 he received an award as the best male model at an international competition.

As is usually the case with models, Josh's acting career gradually took off - he moved from music videos to roles in TV series. So, in 2003, he even won a Daytime Emmy Award for his supporting role. Duhamel himself admits that it was the platform of television series that became for him the main “teacher” of acting and film work. One of the actor's first roles was the film The Picture of Dorian Gray based on the famous novel by Oscar Wilde. And although the picture was negatively received by critics, Duhamel was noticed. Real success came after the release of Michael Bay's film Transformers, where Josh played the role of Captain William Lennox. By the way, the actor also took part in two sequels of the famous franchise.

Films with Josh Duhamel are in most cases romantic in nature, and the actor’s handsome appearance helps him get such roles. But Josh willingly starred in such films, because it was they who gave him true fame. Safe Haven, Once Upon a Time in Rome, Life as It Is - these and many other films forever placed the actor in the hearts of his fans. But Josh himself is devoted only to his wife, the famous singer Fergie, the lead singer of the popular group The Black Eyed Peas; the couple legalized their relationship in 2009. By the way, two years ago they had a charming son, photos of whom Josh often shares on his pages on social networks. In addition, he proved that he is not without a dramatic gift: the last film with Josh Duhamel is a complex picture You Are Not You, which tells the story of a pianist with an incurable nervous disease that can deprive the heroine of the ability to move. The actor played the role of the pianist's husband.

Josh Duhamel has brown eyes, naturally dark hair color, fair skin and medium lips. The face shape is rectangular, the forehead is high, the hair is straight and thick. Josh Duhamel does not change his hair color, preferring natural. The actor has a medium snub nose and an oval chin. Josh Duhamel sometimes grows a beard. The actor's height is 192 cm, no tattoos.

Zodiac sign - Scorpio (11/14/1972)

Interesting Facts

The actor was included in the list of the sexiest people on the planet for his irresistible smile.
Josh is a restaurateur. It is known that he owns a restaurant in his hometown, 10 North Main. In the establishment you can taste such delicacies as pheasant and elk meat.

In his free time, Josh enjoys playing football, basketball or golf. In 2000, Duhamel posed completely naked for an exhibition of Greg Gorman's photography.

With his beloved wife,
Josh Duhamel became the official driver of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Pace Car at the Indianapolis 500 in 2009.

Off set

The personal life of the talented actor James Duhamel was quite eventful in his youth. He tried to build a relationship with model Christy Pierce, then there were short romances with colleagues on the set. He met his wife in 2004. She was singer Stacy Ann Ferguson.

The meeting of Josh and Fergie took place during the filming of an episode for the film “Las Vegas”. The popular group “Black Eyed Peas”, in which the girl performed, arrived on the set. According to Josh, he was fascinated by her to such an extent that he was afraid to say a word in the presence of the singer. As a result, she spoke to him first, and in response she heard that she was “a very hot little thing.”

The engagement was announced in 2007, but the wedding took place only in 2009. The wedding ceremony was closed, without journalists and photographers. In 2013, a joyful event occurred in the life of the singer and actor - a child was born. The son was named Eccles Jack. Although the couple looked happy and strong, divorce proceedings took place in 2020. As it turned out later, they were very different. Josh wanted another child, and the girl paid all her attention only to her career.

Josh Duhamel not only stars in films and TV series. He also loves sports. During his student years he played American football. At the present stage, he spends his free time playing basketball. Has been spotted on the golf course more than once.