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Colton Lee Haynes (born July 13, 1988 in Wichita, Kansas) is an American actor and model known for his influence in both industries. Haynes grew up in a “free-spirited hippie” family and spent his childhood on a farm in Andale, Kansas, before moving to places such as Arkansas, New Mexico, Texas and Florida. He has five siblings, including brothers Clinton and Joshua, and a sister, Willow.
Haynes started his career at the age of 15 and initially made a name for himself in the modeling industry. His breakthrough came during a campaign Abercrombie & Fitchsubsequently working for major brands e.g. JCPenney and ralph lauren. Success as a model opened doors for him in the acting world, where he soon made a name for himself.
He rose to fame playing Jackson Whittemore on MTV’s Supernatural teen wolfearning him a loyal fan base. He further solidified his presence on television by starring as Roy Harper/Arsenal on The CW arrowplayed a decisive role in his career. His repertoire also includes appearances in films such as gates and lookas well as guest roles in shows such as CSI: Miami and hills. In this movie he starred in san andreas and rough night.
Haynes has always been open about his personal life, coming out as gay in 2016 after struggling with his identity anxiety for years. His journey also included a battle with drug addiction, which he has discussed candidly. In his memoirs, miss memory laneIn this book, he delves into his life’s triumphs and challenges, from fame to his battle with sobriety. Elton John describes the memoir as “brutally honest” narrative resonates deeply with its raw candor.
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| Real name: | Colton Lee Haynes |
| stage name: | Colton Haynes |
| born: | July 13, 1988 (36 years old) |
| place of birth: | Wichita, Kansas, USA |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| educate: | Navarre High School, Andale High School, Samuel Clemens High School, |
| high: | 1.75 meters |
| parents: | William Clayton Haynes, Dana Denise Mitchell |
| Brothers and sisters: | Clinton Haynes, Willow Haynes, Joshua Haynes, Julie Held, Summer Benedict |
| spouse: | Jeff Leatham (m. 2017-2019) |
| Girlfriend·Partner: | Emily Bett Richards (2013), Elle Maki, Zachary Quinto (2009) |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | Actor·Model |
| net worth: | $5 million |
Early life and education
Colton Lee Haynes was born on July 13, 1988, in Wichita, Kansas, but grew up on a farm in the small town of Andale, Kansas. He describes his upbringing as “free spirited hippie“. His family moved frequently during his childhood, causing him to live in several states including Arkansas, New Mexico, Texas, and Florida. This nomadic lifestyle exposed him to different environments from an early age.
Haines is of mixed ethnic background, primarily English, with some Scots, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, and distant German, French Huguenot, and Welsh ancestry. He mentioned that his great-great-grandmother, Sarah Ann Ward, had a small amount of documented Cherokee Native American ancestry. Information about his religious upbringing or personal beliefs has not been widely reported, suggesting that he may keep his religious beliefs private or not strictly adhere to any particular religion.
His parents were William Clayton Haynes and Dana Dennis Mitchell. It is understood that his father was married multiple times and his mother died of liver cirrhosis in March 2018.
Haynes has five siblings: brother Clinton Haynes; Joshua Haynes’s brother, who is also gay and has been involved in fostering children; and Willow Haynes, who his mother’s half-sister, who played an important role in his life after high school; Julie Held, his father’s half-sister who died in 2021; and Summer Benedict, another Half sister.
Because his family moved frequently, Colton attended several high schools, including navarre high school In Navarre, Florida, Andale High School In Andale, Kansas. He graduated from Samuel Clemens High School In Schertz, Texas, he was nominated Prom King and voted “most likely to become famous“.
Profession
Colton Haynes made a seamless transition from a thriving modeling career to becoming a recognized actor in television and film. At just 15 years old, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in modeling and got his first big opportunity in a modeling industry. Abercrombie & Fitch Advertisement shot by Bruce Weber.
Over the years he has modeled for well-known brands such as JC Penney, Kira Plastininaand ralph lauren and appear in editorials teen fashion and arena.
He made his acting debut in the 2007 film, but is not credited in the cast Transformers. He later guest-starred in films such as CSI: Miami and hills before starring in the short-lived ABC series lookdepicting a high school student dealing with tough real-life challenges.
Haynes’ breakthrough role came in 2011, when he played Jackson Whittemore on MTV teen wolf. His attention-grabbing performance as a lacrosse player who transformed into a supernatural Kanima boosted his profile in the entertainment industry. In 2013, joined CW arrow Plays Roy Harper, a character who evolves into an arsenal of vigilantes. His performance as a regular cast member in seasons two and three earned him widespread acclaim.
Haynes expanded his influence into film, appearing in san andreas (2015) as a young earthquake survivor and showed off his comedic talents in the film rough night (2017). He also explored darker themes American Horror Story: Cult (2017), playing a character involved in a political cult. In 2023, he returns to teen wolf The universe is Teen Wolf: The Movie.
In 2022, Haynes published his memoir, miss memory laneAn unflinching look at his life, career, and personal struggles, including his battles with anxiety, substance abuse, and his journey to sobriety. Since coming out as gay in 2016, he has become a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, using his platform to raise awareness about mental health and recovery.
In addition to acting, Haynes maintains a strong social media presence to connect with fans and showcase his creative pursuits, including photography. His versatility and openness make him an example of resilience and authenticity.
social media
- Instagram: Colton Haynes (@coltonlhaynes)
- IMDb: Colton Haynes
- Facebook: Colton Haynes
- YouTube: Colton Haynes
personal life
Colton Haynes married celebrity florist Jeff Leatham on October 27, 2017, in a ceremony hosted by Kris Jenner. The couple started dating after meeting at the airport and got engaged in March 2017 during a romantic getaway in Mexico.
However, their marriage was short-lived. In May 2018, Haynes filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. Despite their breakup, they were spotted at an airport together in July 2018, hinting at a possible reconciliation or continued amicable relationship. They divorced in September 2019.
As of now, Colton Haynes does not have any children. He is 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters) tall.
Regarding her dating history, she was rumored to be in a relationship with actor Zachary Quinto in 2009, but it was never confirmed. Haynes and Quinto have been friends for years. In 2013, Haynes was rumored to be dating his boyfriend arrow Co-star Emily Bett Richards has great on-screen chemistry, but both describe their relationship as purely platonic.
Actress Ellie Maki has also been linked to Haines, and the two often share photos and joke around on social media, but they insist they are just close friends.
Haynes publicly came out as gay in May 2016, responding to longstanding speculation about his relationship. His coming out included reflections on the advice he received early in his career to keep his sexuality a secret in order to protect his acting prospects.
net worth
Colton Haynes’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million, derived from his successful ventures in modeling and acting. Early on, he modeled for well-known brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Ralph Laurenand JCPenney laid the foundation for his financial success.
The TV series he starred in include “teen wolf” and”arrow“Contributed greatly to his wealth, providing him with further endorsement income and publicity. Roles in movies such as “san andreas” and”rough night” increased his income, albeit to a lesser extent than his television work.
Additionally, his involvement in endorsements, public appearances, and his social media presence may have boosted his financial standing. His memoir “miss memory lane”, published in 2022, may also have had an impact on his net worth through sales and related publicity.
film chronology
tv show
- CSI: Miami – Episode: “Bang, Bang, Your Debt” (2007) – Uncredited role
- “Pushing Daisies” – TV series: “Kerplunk” (2007) – uncredited role
- “Transformers: The Game” – Video Game (2007) – Voice Characters
- “Look” – Series Regular Edition (2010)
- “Privilege” – Episode: “About a New You” (2008)
- “The Hills” – Episode: “Messy Messy” (2009) – Guest appearance
- “Melrose Place” (2009 Reboot) – Episode: “Cannon” (2009)
- “Teen Wolf” – recurring and series regular (2011-2012, 2013)
- Also appeared in Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023)
- “Arrow” – Cycle and Series Regular (2013-2016, 2019-2020)
- “The Grinder” – Episode: “Dean Sanderson Reinvented” (2015)
- “Scream Queens” – Episode: “Thanksgiving” (2015)
- American Horror Story: Cult – Recurring Characters (2017)
Movie
- Transformers (2007) – uncredited role
- “Forever” (2009) – TV movie
- San Andreas (2015) – as Joby
- “A Hard Day’s Night” (2017) – as Scotty
modeling
- Abercrombie & Fitch
- JCPenney
- Kira Plastinina
- ralph lauren
- Editorials in magazines such as Teen Vogue and Arena
music video
- Kevin Drew’s “I’ll Be Your Mirror” (2007) – guest appearance
- “Wicked Games” by The Weeknd (2013) – Appearance
Other appearances
- During his modeling career, he participated in various fashion shows and events.
- Appearing on talk shows, red carpets, and fan events related to his acting projects.
- Book: Miss Memory Lane (2022) – Memoir
