Danneel Ackles, born Danneel Harris, is an outstanding American actress.
She first gained recognition for her role as Shannon McBain on the long-running daytime soap opera One Life to Live.
Ackles later rose to fame playing Rachel Gatina on the hit WB/CW series One Tree Hill, a recurring role for multiple seasons of the show.
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- Full name: Danielle Harris
- Stage name: Danielle Ackles
- Date of Birth: March 18, 1979
- Age: 45
- Birthplace: Lafayette, Louisiana, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor, Model
- Height: 1.7 m
- Parents: Deborah Graul and Edward E. Graul Jr.
- Brothers and sisters: Gino Grauer
- Spouse: Jensen Ackles
- Children: Justice Jay Axe, Zeppelin Bram Axe, and Arrow Rhodes
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Danielle Ackles was born on March 18, 1979, in Lafayette, Louisiana, United States. She was raised by her parents, Deborah Grauer and Edward E. Grauer II.
Akers grew up with her brother Gino Grauer. She attended Eunice High School. Akers’ ethnicity is white and her religion is Christian.
Profession
Ackles began her career as a model and worked with companies such as Big Sexy Hair and Juicy Jeans before landing her first acting role. In 2003, she joined the cast of One Life to Live as Shannon McBain, a student at the fictional Llanview University. Ackles moved to New York City for the role and continued on the show until December 2004.
After leaving One Life to Live, Ackles continued to develop her acting resume, appearing in several television shows such as The Force Awakens, Charmed, CSI: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, What I Like About You, NCIS, and Joey. Her first film role was in the short film The Joker’s Dilemma.
In 2007, Ackles played the role of Rachel Gatina in the hit TV series One Tree Hill. She remained a main cast member during the show’s run, which ended in 2012. This high-profile role helped Ackles become a well-known and versatile actress.
Awards and nominations
Teen Choice Awards:
- Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi Television Actress (2017): Supernatural
- Choice Television Award: Supernatural’s Chemistry (2015) (shared with Misha Collins)
Network Film and Television Association:
- 2000 Best Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series for Days of Our Lives
- Best Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series (1999), Days of Our Lives
Social Media
- Instagram account: @danneelackles512
- Facebook account: Danielle Harris
Personal life
Danielle Ackles is married to the famous actor Jensen Ackles. She and her husband have been in a deep and devoted relationship since 2007.
The couple has three children: Justice Jay Ackles, Zeppelin Bram Ackles, and Arrow Rhodes. They continue to live a happily married life and cherish the family they have built over the years.
Filmography
- Supernatural (2005-2020) – Sister Joe
- How to Get Along with Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life) (2013-2014) – Emily
- One Tree Hill (2009) – Rachel Gatiss
- Friends with Benefits (2011) — Lindsay
Movie
- The Roommate (2011) – Erin
- A Harold and Kumar Christmas in 3D (2011) – Vanessa Fanning
- Mardi Gras: Spring Break (2012) – Erica
- Ten Inch Hero (2007) – Sarah
net worth
Danielle Harris is an accomplished American actress and model with an estimated net worth of $3 million. She has built an impressive career in the entertainment industry and is known for her roles in hit television series.