Jared Padalecki

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Characters played by Jared Padalecki

Sam Winchester — Supernatural (2005)

Co-protagonist and hunter alongside his brother Dean. Possesses psychic abilities that attract supernatural threats like Azazel and Lilith. His death and subsequent resurrection via a crossroads deal drive early plot arcs. He later faces his soul trapped in the Cage, completes Hell-locking trials, cures Dean from a demonic state, and helps raise the Nephilim Jack while opposing God in the final season.

Cordell Walker — Walker (2021)

The central protagonist, a broken widower and father of two who returns to Austin after two years undercover for a high-profile case. He investigates crime in Texas's elite unit while finding his way back to his family, guided by his own moral code.

Clay — Friday the 13th (2009)

Determined young man searching for his missing sister in the 2009 reboot.

Wade Felton — House of Wax (2005)

Carly's boyfriend. His broken car leads the group to Ambrose. Abducted by Vincent, coated in wax, and later found restrained. His face is slashed by Vincent, causing him to die of shock while Dalton attempts to free him.

Bully (uncredited) — Cheaper by the Dozen (2003)

Antagonistic youth causing minor conflicts for the kids.

Tom — Cry_Wolf (2005)

Owen's friend who helps spread the fake email. He participates in the weekend pranks and attends the chapel meeting where the group investigates the attacks.

Trey Lipton — New York Minute (2004)

Trey Lipton is the son of a powerful senator whom the twins meet at their hotel. His mother's dog swallows Bennie's chip, making Trey part of the exchange, and Bennie kidnaps him. Roxy frees Trey from the limousine trunk, and he helps the twins reach Jane's speech.

Thomas Kinkade — Christmas Cottage (2008)

A fine arts student at UC Berkeley who returns home for Christmas break. Initially dismissive of painting a town mural, he becomes inspired by the townspeople and his mentor's philosophy, ultimately using his art to uplift the community and help save his family's home.

Zachary Gray — A Ring of Endless Light (2002)

Zachary is a wealthy, emotionally troubled boy whom Vicky met the previous summer and who returns to renew their acquaintance. He initially rivals Adam for Vicky's attention, but eventually works uneasily with Vicky and Adam to expose the illegal drift nets operated by a ship owned by his father.

Career Overview

Jared Padalecki has 28 screen credits in a career dating back to 1994. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Friday the 13th with 1 titles. Signature works include Supernatural, Walker, Friday the 13th. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
28
Birth Date
1982-07-19
Birth Place
San Antonio, Texas, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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