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Tom Welling, born Thomas John Patrick Welling, is an American actor, director, producer, and former model. He was born in New York, but his family relocated frequently, eventually settling in various states including Michigan, Delaware, and Wisconsin. Welling attended Okemos High School in Michigan, where he initially showed an interest in acting through school plays before shifting his focus to athletics, particularly basketball. He is the eldest of four children, with two sisters and a younger brother, Mark Welling, who is also an actor.
Tom Welling began his professional career as a model, signing with the Louisa Modeling Agency. He modeled for several major fashion brands, including Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and Abercrombie & Fitch. Despite his success, he eventually moved away from modeling to pursue a career in acting, which he found more creatively fulfilling.
Welling rose to fame for his portrayal of Clark Kent in the television series Smallville, which aired on The WB/The CW. Premiering in 2001, the show depicted Kent's journey before he became Superman. His performance earned him multiple award nominations and critical acclaim. In addition to acting, Welling took on a larger role behind the scenes in later seasons—serving as co-executive producer during season nine and full executive producer in the show's tenth and final season.
Welling began directing during Smallville's fifth season in 2006 and continued directing additional episodes throughout the series. He extended his production career by executive producing the TV series Hellcats, inspired by the book Inside the Secret World of College Cheerleaders. He also co-produced other television and film projects, demonstrating his range behind the camera.
In film, Welling is best known for playing Charlie Baker in Cheaper by the Dozen and its sequel, portraying the eldest of 12 siblings in the family comedy. He joined the cast in part because he admired actor Steve Martin and connected with the role. He also starred in the horror film The Fog, a remake of the original by John Carpenter, playing the character Nick Castle. Additionally, Welling appeared in the historical drama Parkland, based on the book Reclaiming History: The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Before his breakout role in Smallville, Welling held a recurring role on the CBS drama Judging Amy. His television work also includes appearances on shows such as Special Unit 2 on UPN and the FOX sitcom Undeclared. His versatility in both drama and comedy contributed to his wide appeal across genres.
In 2002, Tom Welling married model Jamie White. The couple initially lived in British Columbia, Canada, during the filming of Smallville, but later moved back to Los Angeles. In 2013, White filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.
Despite his public success, Welling has expressed discomfort with celebrity status, stating that he prefers to focus on his work and maintain a private life. Through his acting, modeling, and producing ventures, he has accumulated an estimated net worth of $12 million. In 2008, he was featured in an issue of Vogue, reflecting his continued presence in both entertainment and fashion. He received the Teen Choice Award for Choice Breakout Star, recognizing his early impact in the industry.
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