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Actor's Journey: From Medford to Hollywood Stardom
21 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Justin Baldoni's acting career began with early roles in The Young and the Restless.
- He co-created the docuseries 'My Last Days' focusing on terminal illnesses.
- Baldoni directed 'Five Feet Apart,' a film about cystic fibrosis patients.
Justin Baldoni's path to Hollywood began in Medford, Oregon, before a hamstring injury redirected his focus from athletics to acting. He secured early roles in "The Young and the Restless" and "Everwood," gradually building his on-screen presence. His dedication extended to producing, with projects like "The Forgotten Ones" and a role in "Heroes."
Baldoni's impactful work includes co-creating the docuseries "My Last Days" in 2010, which shed light on the lives of individuals facing terminal illnesses. This initiative, alongside producing films like "Rebel With a Cause: The Sam Simon Story" and "Laughing at My Nightmare," highlights his commitment to meaningful storytelling. He also starred as Rafael Solano in "Jane the Virgin."
His directorial debut, "Five Feet Apart," brought to life the story of cystic fibrosis patients, followed by "It Ends With Us," based on Colleen Hoover's novel, set for release in August 2025. Baldoni also shared his insights on toxic masculinity in a 2017 TED Talk and authored books on redefining masculinity.
