October 30, 31, November 1 & 2, 2014 | Boulder, CO
Ian Somerhalder
Actor, Lost & The Vampire Diaries, Activist.
Ian Somerhalder is best known for his portrayal of Damon Salvatore on the CW hit show, The Vampire Diaries, and his role as Boone Carlisle on the ABC critically acclaimed drama Lost. But, Ian also represents an entire generation of dedicated activists. An inside look into the life of the Covington, LA native allows us to witness his deep rooted connection with nature and his passion to defend its survival. Ian demonstrated a reverence for all life at a young age, spending much of his recreational time studying and interacting with his natural environment.
With a career that continues to bring him to the four corners of the world, Ian received the gift of being imprinted to the planet, but it wasn’t until a disaster hit his home that his voice became a catalyst for change. When the BP Oil Spill devastated the Gulf Coast, Ian did the only thing he could: he went back home to help. Witnessing the unprecedented devastation to the water, wildlife and individuals of his childhood playground was pivotal in igniting his unwavering support for a better earth. For the first time, he became a witness of the platform he had been given to manifest change. Through his involvement with CNN’s Disaster in the Gulf: How you Can Help telethon, and his constant call to action in interviews, twitter and anywhere a microphone was put to his mouth, Ian received a standing ovation from both Hollywood and the environmental community for taking a stand to action.
It is that stand to action combined with the widespread support that led to the launch of the Ian Somerhalder Foundation, which aims to empower, educate and collaborate with people and projects to positively impact the planet and its creatures.
His continued devotion to the state of the planet has left its mark on Hollywood and the activism community. He received the first World of Good Award from Clint Eastwood at the 2011 Carmel Film and Art Festival, testified in front of the US Congress on the behalf of HR 50 and hosted Discovery Planet’s Blue August feature. He is also being honoured by the Humane Society of the United States as the recipient of the 2012 Wyler Award.