I have a million acquaintances but just two or three true friends. I can't hide anything from them.
I kind of think too much, I try do too many things at once.
To explore different parts of yourself and different emotional lives... not to hide from who you are but to actually explore who you are.
You can't get anywhere without the people who have come into your life.
If he hadn't become an actor, Ian would have chosen a career in marine biology, writing, or advertising.
Ian is a clean freak and sometimes takes as many as three showers a day.
Ian has done print ads for Esprit and Fatale Hair Salon.
In 2003, Ian was a regular cast member of Fearless as Jordan Gracie; the show was picked up by the WB but canceled before it ever got to air.
Ian has studied acting with William Esper, Davenia McFadden, and Anthony Abeson.
Ian has always had rosy cheeks, which have become a trademark of his.
Ian loves to drink red wine.
Ian is writing a screenplay about the world of modelling entitled The Jack of Dimes.
Ian is often recognized by his blue-green eyes.
Ian grew up with his mother, whom he has described as being "very spiritual" and attended Catholic schools.
The surname "Somerhalder" originates from his adoptive great-grandfather.
Ian went to Mandeville High School.
Ian's favorite movie is The Graduate.
Ian has a Shiba Inu dog.
Ian's first major role was in The Rules of Attraction, Roger Avary's adaptation of the Bret Easton Ellis novel of the same name.
Ian is skilled in baseball, western horseback riding, archery, riflery, football and cycling.
Ian starred in Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead Off-Broadway Stage Play, Century Center for the Performing Arts, New York City, New York.
In 2005, Ian bulked up, adding about 20 to 30 pounds of muscle to his slim frame, so he would be considered for more leading-man-type roles.
Ian has modeled for Mossimo, Guess, Esprit, Dolce & Gabbana, Arizona Jeans, American Eagle Outfitters, and many more.
Ian shares a birthday with Lost co-star Dominic Monaghan.
Ian enjoys spending Christmas relaxing with family in Louisiana.
Ian has a self-admitted affinity with turquoise. He likes turquoise jewelry and sports it when he's not filming.
Ian's mom is a massage therapist, and his dad is a building contractor.
Some of Ian's ex-girlfriends include Nicky Hilton, Rose McGowan, and Maggie Grace.
The scene where Ian dances on the bed with Russell Sams in The Rules of Attraction was not scripted. Originally Russell Sams was suppose to dance by himself as a "pledge" for being new to movies and Ian was about to leave the set when the Roger Avary told him to "stick around."
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