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Aaron Richard Ashmore (born October 7, 1979[3]) is a Canadian actor. He is known for portraying Jimmy Olsen on Smallville (2006–2011), Steve Jinks on Warehouse 13 (2011–2014), and Johnny Jaqobis on Killjoys (2015–2019), the latter of which earned him a Canadian Screen Award nomination. He also portrayed Duncan Locke in Locke & Key (2020–2022) and has appeared in Veronica Mars, In Plain Sight, Ginny & Georgia (2023–present), and SkyMed (2022–present). In film, he starred in the thriller The Thaw (2009), earning a Leo Award nomination for Best Lead Performance.
Key Information
He is the identical twin brother of actor Shawn Ashmore.
Early life
[edit]Aaron Richard Ashmore was born in Richmond, British Columbia,[3] to Linda (née Davis), a homemaker, and Rick Ashmore,[4] a manufacturing engineer. He was raised in Brampton, Ontario, where he attended Earnscliffe Senior Public School and Turner Fenton Secondary School.
Aaron and his identical twin brother, Shawn Ashmore, began appearing in television commercials while still in elementary school.[5] Ashmore has said he is often cast as "the tough guy, the bully," a dynamic he enjoys because he finds those roles more complex than playing "the happy hero."[6]
Career
[edit]
Early work
[edit]Aaron Ashmore made his first notable screen appearance in 2004, starring as Canadian teenager Marc Hall in the TV movie Prom Queen: The Marc Hall Story. Around the same time, he appeared in Canadian TV films such as Safe and A Bear Named Winnie, and had guest spots on series like The Eleventh Hour, The West Wing, and 1-800-Missing. From 2004 to 2005, he had a recurring role on Veronica Mars, portraying Troy Vandegraff. These early roles established Ashmore in Canadian TV and genre dramas.
Breakthrough and television roles (2007–2014)
[edit]Ashmore broke through in the U.S. with a major role on Smallville. He was cast as photographer Jimmy Olsen beginning in the sixth season and continued to play him into its eighth season.[7] He returned, portraying the younger brother of Jimmy Olsen, in the 2011 series finale, following his first character's earlier departure. In 2009, Ashmore headlined the eco-horror thriller The Thaw.[8] His performance earned him a Leo Award nomination for Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Feature Length Drama the following year.[9]
From 2010 to 2012, Ashmore had a six-episode recurring arc on series In Plain Sight as Scott Griffin, Mary Shannon's newly discovered half-brother.[10] In 2011, Ashmore joined Syfy's Warehouse 13 as ATF agent Steve Jinks, a recurring character with the ability to detect lies introduced in the third season who appeared through the show's fifth and final season in 2014.[11] He also made guest appearances on series like Lost Girl and Private Practice during this period.[12]
Recent work (2014–present)
[edit]From 2015 to 2019, Ashmore co-starred as John Jaqobis on Syfy's space drama Killjoys.[13] He was one of the three leads in the series, portraying a bounty hunter. Killjoys ran for five seasons, ending in 2019. That same year, Ashmore received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his work on the show.[14]
In film, Ashmore had a supporting role in Regression (2015) and appeared in TV movies such as Lifetime's Swept Under (2015)[15] and Wish Upon a Christmas (2015).[16] He later starred as Sean, a morally ambiguous tow-truck driver, in the Toronto-set crime thriller 22 Chaser (2018).[17]
In 2020, Ashmore appeared as Duncan Locke in the fantasy television series Locke & Key, first in a recurring role during the first season and later as part of the main cast in the second season.[18] He went on to appear in the second season of Ginny & Georgia (2023) as Gil Timmins, Georgia's ex-boyfriend and the father of her son, Austin. Since 2022, Ashmore has co-starred as Captain William "Wheezer" Heaseman in the Canadian medical drama series SkyMed, which follows the lives of air ambulance crews in remote Northern Canada. The series was renewed for a third season in 2024, when he was promoted to series regular.[19]
Ashmore also co-stars in the Great American Media's mystery franchise The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries. He plays Jake Trenton, the love interest of Ainsley McGregor, in A Case for the Winemaker (2024)[20] and A Case for the Yarn Maker (2025).[21] Ashmore appears in the second season of Hallmark's Mistletoe Murders as Aaron.
Personal life
[edit]Ashmore and his twin brother Shawn have matching tattoos on their wrists reading "GMA," which stands for "Good Man Ashmore." Aaron has said the tattoo is a tribute to their step-grandfather Gangu Jagtiani, who married their grandmother before the twins were born and was always regarded as their grandfather.[22]
On June 20, 2014, Ashmore married Zoë Kate.[23] The couple's first daughter was born in 2016.[24] Their second daughter was born in 2019.[25]
In March 2025, Ashmore revealed on the Inside of You podcast that he and Kate had quietly separated and finalized their divorce during the COVID‑19 pandemic.[26]
A longtime science fiction fan, Ashmore has cited Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and The X-Files among his favorite shows.[27]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Married to It | Student in pageant | |
| 2001 | The Safety of Objects | Bobby Christianson | |
| Treed Murray | Dwayne | ||
| 2002 | The Skulls II | Matt "Hutch" Hutchinson | |
| 2004 | My Brother's Keeper | Eric / Lou Woods | |
| Safe (short) | Bobby | [28] | |
| 2007 | Palo Alto | Alec | |
| The Stone Angel | Matt Currie | ||
| 2008 | Christmas Cottage | Pat Kinkade | |
| 2009 | The Thaw | Atom Galen | |
| Fear Island | Mark | ||
| 2010 | Privileged | Blake Webber | |
| The Shrine | Marcus | ||
| 2011 | Conception | Eric | |
| Servitude | Chase Vanhaver | ||
| 2014 | I Put a Hit on You | Ray | |
| Big News from Grand Rock | Video store manager | ||
| 2015 | Regression | George Nesbitt | |
| 2018 | 22 Chaser | Sean | |
| 2019 | Tammy's Always Dying | Reggie Seamus | |
| 2020 | Sugar Daddy | Angus | |
| 2021 | The Retreat | James | |
| 2023 | Suze | Rick |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Gross Misconduct: The Life of Brian Spencer | Young Byron Spencer | Television film |
| Are You Afraid of the Dark? | Billy | Episode: "The Tale of the Thirteenth Floor" | |
| 1999 | Crime in Connecticut: The Story of Alex Kelly | Luke Lawson | Television film |
| Love Letters | Bob Bertram | Television film | |
| Emily of New Moon | Harrison Bowles | Episode: "A Fall from Grace" | |
| 2000 | Run the Wild Fields | Charlie Upshall | Television film |
| The Famous Jett Jackson | Robert | Episode: "Something to Prove" | |
| Are You Afraid of the Dark? | Jake | Episode: "The Tale of the Lunar Locusts" | |
| La Femme Nikita | Neil Hudson | Episode: "Time to Be Heroes" | |
| Twice in a Lifetime | Paul Harper | Episode: "Grandma's Shoes" | |
| 2001 | Le porte-bonheur | Jean Philippe | Television film |
| Blackout | Second Son | Television film | |
| Haven | Myles Billingsley Jr. | Television film | |
| The Familiar Stranger | Chris Welsh | Television film | |
| Dying to Dance | Jason | Television film | |
| Blue Murder | Episode: "Baby Point" | ||
| 2002 | Charms for the Easy Life | Ted | Television film |
| Conviction | Whiff | Television film | |
| A Christmas Visitor | John Boyajian | Television film | |
| The Eleventh Hour | Trevor Gordon | Episode: "Tree Hugger" | |
| 2003 | The Pentagon Papers | Randy Kehler | Television film |
| 2004 | Brave New Girl | Tyler | Television film |
| Prom Queen: The Marc Hall Story | Marc Hall | Television film | |
| A Separate Peace | Chad | Television film | |
| A Bear Named Winnie | Randy Taylor | Television film | |
| 2004–2006 | Veronica Mars | Troy Vandegraff | 4 episodes, including "The Rapes of Graff" |
| 2005 | The Eleventh Hour | Taz Thomas | Episode: "Kettle Black" |
| The West Wing | Trevor | Episodes: "365 Days", "King Corn" | |
| 2005–2006 | Missing | Colin McNeil | Recurring role (season 3) |
| 2006–2009, 2011 | Smallville | Jimmy Olsen | Recurring role (season 6); main role (seasons 7–8); guest role (season 10) |
| 2010 | CSI: NY | Cam Vandemann | Episode: "Pot of Gold" |
| The Bridge | Ben | Episode: "God Bless the Child" | |
| Private Practice | Carl | Episode: "Second Choices" | |
| Fringe | Matthew Rose | Episode: "Amber 31422" | |
| 2010–2012 | In Plain Sight | Scott Griffin | Recurring role (season 3); guest role (season 5) |
| 2011 | The Listener | Peter Duquette | Episode: "Jericho" |
| XIII: The Series | Dylan Masters | 4 episodes | |
| Fanboy Confessional | Narrator | 6 episodes | |
| 2011–2012 | Lost Girl | Nate | Recurring role (season 2) |
| 2011–2014 | Warehouse 13 | Steve Jinks | Recurring role (season 3); main role (seasons 4–5) |
| 2012 | Murdoch Mysteries | Jack London | Episode: "Murdoch of the Klondike" |
| 2015–2019 | Killjoys | John Jaqobis | Main role |
| 2015 | Swept Under | Nick Hopewell | Television film |
| Wish Upon a Christmas | Jesse | Television film | |
| 2017 | Ransom | Sydney Graves | Episode: "The Artist" |
| 2019 | Cardinal | Randall Wishart | 4 episodes |
| Designated Survivor | Phil Brunton | 4 episodes | |
| Hudson & Rex | Galen Wheatcroft | Episode: "The French Connection" | |
| 2020 | The Santa Squad | Gordon Church | Television film |
| Pretty Cheaters, Deadly Lies | Counselor Parker | Television film | |
| Private Eyes | Larry Bateman | Episode: "The Proof is Out There" | |
| 2020–2022 | Locke & Key | Duncan Locke | Recurring role (seasons 1 & 3); main role (season 2) |
| 2022 | Cider and Sunsets | Curtis | Television film[29] |
| 2022–present | SkyMed | William "Wheezer" Heaseman | Main cast |
| 2023 | Accused | Max | Episode: "Ava's Story" |
| 2023–present | Ginny & Georgia | Gil Timmins | Recurring role (season 2–present) |
| 2024 | Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker | Jake Trenton | Television film |
| 2025 | Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker | Jake Trenton | Television film |
| 2025 | Mistletoe Murders | Aaron | Season 2 |
| 2026 | Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for The Watchmaker | Jake Trenton | Television film |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Leo Awards | Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Feature Length Drama | The Thaw | Nominated | [9] |
| 2019 | Canadian Screen Awards | Best Lead Actor, Drama Series | Killjoys | Nominated | [14] |
References
[edit]- ^ Ashmore, Aaron [@AaronRAshmore] (January 29, 2013). "@GACbalehead @ShawnRAshmore Not true actually. My middle name is Richard and Shawns is Robert. After my father and grandfather" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ Grebenyuk, Yana (March 25, 2025). "Aaron Ashmore Breaks Silence About Secret Divorce From Wife Zoe Kate". Us Weekly. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ^ a b "Aaron Ashmore". TV Guide. Archived from the original on May 25, 2009. Retrieved May 14, 2009.
- ^ "Richard Ashmore Obituary (1949 - 2021) - St. Catharines, ON - St. Catharines Standard". www.legacy.com.
- ^ "Shawn Ashmore – Biography". Tribute.ca. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ Bull, Ron (September 5, 2001). "The Famous Aaron Ashmore Closes in on Stardom". Toronto Star. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ Maloney, Michael (August 10, 2006). "Smallville: The Scoop on Jimmy Olsen!". TV Guide. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Foywonder, Scott (October 6, 2009). "The Thaw (Blu-ray / DVD)". Dread Central. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ a b "2010 LEO AWARDS NOMINEES & WINNERS" (PDF). Leo Awards. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Wightman, Catriona (April 19, 2010). "Aaron Ashmore joins 'In Plain Sight'". Digital Spy. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "'Warehouse 13' Brings Aaron Ashmore Onboard For Season 3". Screen Rant. February 20, 2011. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Aaron Ashmore". Syfy. NBCUniversal. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "'Brothers & Sisters' Alum Luke MacFarlane, Hannah John-Kamen and Aaron Ashmore Join Syfy's 'Killjoys'". July 22, 2014. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ a b "Aaron Ashmore – 2019 Canadian Screen Awards Nominee". Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "The Movie Network - Movies - Swept Under". The Movie Network. Archived from the original on September 14, 2016. Retrieved August 26, 2016.
- ^ "Wish Upon a Christmas". Lifetime. Archived from the original on March 30, 2016. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Lacey, Liam (July 6, 2018). "22 Chaser: Realist drama about a Toronto tow-truck driver could use a jump-start". Original Cin. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Petski, Denise (January 28, 2022). "'Ginny & Georgia': Aaron Ashmore To Recur As Georgia's Ex In Netflix Series". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Petski, Denise (March 20, 2024). "'SkyMed' Renewed For Season 3 By Paramount+; Cast Set". Deadline. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker". Great American Family. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "Candace Cameron Bure Stars in Second Installment of The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries, 'A Case for the Yarn Maker,' World Premiere Streaming Exclusive Only on Pure Flix, May 22" (Press release). PR Newswire. April 30, 2025. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Mahadevan, Tina (February 8, 2024). "Ginny & Georgia's Aaron Ashmore reveals he and wife Zoë Kate quietly separated during the pandemic". Soap Central. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
- ^ "I'm getting married today!!!!! I love you Zoe Kate!". X (formerly Twitter). June 20, 2014. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ @AaronRAshmore (June 5, 2016). "I'm a father! After a very scary birth, Zoë and our baby girl are recovering well" (Tweet). Retrieved May 21, 2025 – via Twitter.
- ^ @AaronRAshmore (April 16, 2019). "My second amazing daughter has arrived safe and sound" (Tweet). Retrieved May 21, 2025 – via Twitter.
- ^ Richards, Bailey (March 25, 2025). "'Smallville' Star Aaron Ashmore Reveals He and Wife Zoë Kate Split Years Ago". People. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Serrao, Nivea (July 14, 2017). "Killjoys' Aaron Ashmore reflects on past Smallville, Veronica Mars roles". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved January 11, 2018.
- ^ "Safe (Short 2004)". IMDb. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "Cider and Sunsets". Great American Family. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
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Aaron Ashmore
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Family and childhood
Aaron Richard Ashmore was born on October 7, 1979, in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, one minute before his identical twin brother, Shawn Robert Ashmore.[7][8][9] He is the son of Linda Ashmore, a homemaker, and Rick Ashmore, a manufacturing engineer.[7][10] The family relocated from British Columbia to Alberta during the twins' childhood, where they were raised primarily in Edmonton and nearby St. Albert until around age 10, before moving to Brampton, Ontario.[8][9] In Brampton, Ashmore attended Earnscliffe Senior Public School and Turner Fenton Secondary School.[11] In Alberta, their mother joined the Multiple Births Association, a support group for parents of twins that provided opportunities for families to connect and share experiences raising multiples.[12][10] Physically, Aaron stands at 6 feet (183 cm) tall with a broader build, slightly taller than Shawn, who measures 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm).[13] Growing up as twins in a supportive family environment, the Ashmores shared close-knit early experiences that emphasized their bond, including participation in twin-focused community activities.[12]Entry into entertainment
At the age of 10, Aaron Ashmore and his identical twin brother Shawn were discovered by a talent agent during a meeting of the Multiple Births Association in Alberta, Canada, where their mother was involved.[12] This chance encounter marked their entry into the entertainment industry, as the agent recognized their potential for roles leveraging their twin resemblance.[12] The brothers soon began working in television commercials in the early 1990s, frequently appearing together to capitalize on their identical appearances, though they also took on individual spots.[12] These early advertising gigs provided their initial professional exposure and honed basic on-camera skills, with family support encouraging their involvement from the scouting phase onward.[12] Ashmore's first on-screen appearance occurred in 1991 as a child extra portraying a student in the pageant scene of the film Married to It.[2] This minor role represented a step beyond commercials into feature film work, though it remained uncredited in some listings.[14] From there, Ashmore transitioned to small television guest spots, accumulating foundational experience in scripted formats without securing prominent parts.[2] However, as twins, the brothers often encountered casting challenges, including frequent pairings in auditions that could overshadow individual pursuits and foster early rivalries over opportunities.[15]Acting career
Early roles (1991–2006)
Ashmore made his acting debut at age 12 in the 1991 comedy-drama film Married to It, appearing in a minor, uncredited role as a child student during a school pageant scene.[16] This initial foray into on-screen work marked the beginning of his career, which initially involved commercials and small parts alongside his identical twin brother Shawn, with whom he often auditioned together in their early years.[12] Transitioning to television, Ashmore secured guest appearances in Canadian productions during the early 1990s. In 1993, he portrayed Young Byron Spencer in the TV movie Gross Misconduct: The Life of Brian Spencer, a biographical drama about a troubled hockey player.[17] That same year, he appeared in two episodes of the Nickelodeon anthology series Are You Afraid of the Dark?, playing Billy in "The Tale of the Dangerous Soup" and Jake in "The Tale of the Thirteenth Floor," contributing to the show's eerie, youth-targeted storytelling.[18] These roles helped establish his presence in family-oriented and dramatic Canadian media. By the mid-1990s, Ashmore took on supporting parts in teen-focused projects that highlighted his youthful versatility. He guest-starred as a student in an episode of the police drama Due South in 1996, blending humor and action in a cross-cultural setting. Continuing in similar veins, he played a morphing teenager in the sci-fi series Animorphs in 1998 and a supporting character in the period drama Emily of New Moon in 1999, both emphasizing coming-of-age themes in mystery and adventure genres. In 2000, Ashmore featured as Charlie Upshall in the TV movie Run the Wild Fields, a poignant story of family and loss set in rural America, further showcasing his ability in emotional, youth-centered narratives. Ashmore expanded into U.S. television with minor roles that built his international exposure. He appeared as Robert in the 2000 episode "Something to Prove" of the Disney series The Famous Jett Jackson, portraying a peer in a story about personal challenges and teamwork.[19] Later, from 2004 to 2007, he had a recurring guest role as Troy Vandegraff across seven episodes of the teen noir Veronica Mars, portraying a wealthy Neptune High School student and brief love interest to the titular character during the show's first two seasons from 2004 to 2006, with a final appearance in 2007.[20] In this role, Vandegraff's arc involved romantic entanglements and involvement in a smuggling scheme, showcasing Ashmore's ability to blend charm with moral ambiguity in a teen noir setting. In 2005–2006, Ashmore played Colin McNeil in 12 episodes of the procedural drama 1-800-Missing, assisting in missing persons investigations.[21] Through consistent work in these supporting and guest capacities, primarily in drama and mystery formats, Ashmore amassed over 20 credits by 2006, laying a solid foundation for his career in both Canadian and American entertainment.[7]Breakthrough and major television roles (2007–2014)
Building on this momentum, Ashmore landed the role of Jimmy Olsen on Smallville in 2006, becoming a series regular from season seven through the tenth and final season in 2011, appearing in 33 episodes as Clark Kent's best friend and aspiring Daily Planet photographer.[22] Olsen, depicted as a geeky radio enthusiast with a passion for photography, provided comic relief and emotional support amid the superhero drama, evolving into a key supporting figure in the Metropolis storyline. Ashmore's portrayal emphasized the character's earnest heroism and loyalty, drawing parallels to the classic Superman comic sidekick while adapting him for a modern audience.[23] During this period, Ashmore starred as Bart in the 2009 horror thriller The Thaw, playing an ecology student investigating a parasitic outbreak at a remote research station, earning a nomination for Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Feature Length Drama at the 2010 Leo Awards.[24][25] From 2010 to 2014, Ashmore portrayed ATF agent Steve Jinks on Syfy's Warehouse 13, initially recurring in season three before becoming a series regular for seasons four and five, with 36 episodes total.[26] Jinks, equipped with the innate ability to detect deception, joined the artifact-hunting team as a skilled operative, contributing to high-stakes missions while grappling with his own ethical dilemmas and eventual resurrection arc.[27] This role highlighted Ashmore's versatility in sci-fi ensembles, blending action, humor, and subtle emotional depth.[28] These television commitments significantly elevated Ashmore's profile in the genre space, transitioning him from sporadic guest work to lead supporting roles in cult-favorite series and earning fan acclaim for his portrayals of intelligent, heroic everymen.[29] His work on Smallville and Warehouse 13 in particular fostered recognition among comic book and sci-fi enthusiasts, solidifying his reputation for embodying relatable, geeky protagonists.[30]Later career and recent projects (2015–present)
Following the conclusion of his earlier genre work, Ashmore took on the lead role of John Jaqobis, a witty bounty hunter, in the Syfy series Killjoys from 2015 to 2019, appearing in all 50 episodes across five seasons.[31] The show, created by Michelle Lovretta, blended science fiction action with comedic elements, earning praise for its character-driven storytelling and ensemble dynamics, with a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes for its first season. Ashmore's portrayal of the resourceful, banter-heavy Jaqobis was highlighted in interviews for adding emotional depth to the high-stakes narrative.[29] From 2020 to 2022, Ashmore portrayed Duncan Locke, the supportive uncle to the Locke family, in 19 episodes of the Netflix fantasy horror series Locke & Key.[32] In film, Ashmore appeared in The Retreat (2021), a Canadian slasher thriller directed by Pat Mills, where he played James, a key antagonist leading a group of militant attackers targeting a queer couple on a remote getaway.[33] He followed with the romantic comedy Cider and Sunsets (2022), portraying Curt Richards, a charming apple orchard owner who aids a proposal planner in finding her own romance.[34] In 2023, Ashmore starred in the comedy-drama Suze, directed by Dane Clark and Linsey Stewart, as Rick, the absent father of a heartbroken young man cared for by the titular empty-nest mother.[35] On television, Ashmore guest-starred as Max, a father grappling with his newborn's potential deafness in the "Ava's Story" episode of Fox's anthology series Accused in 2023.[36] He transitioned to a recurring role as Gil Timmins, a charismatic yet manipulative ex-boyfriend and antagonist, in Netflix's Ginny & Georgia starting in season 2 (2023) and continuing through season 3 (2025).[37][38] Since 2022, he has co-starred as Chief Pilot Wheezer in the CBC medical drama SkyMed, appearing in 27 episodes as of November 2025.[39] Ashmore's recent projects include the lead supporting role of Jake, a supportive firefighter, in the Great American Family mystery series Ainsley McGregor Mysteries, debuting with A Case for the Winemaker in 2024 and continuing in A Case for the Yarn Maker in 2025.[40][41] He also appears as Grant in the coming-of-age drama What Comes Next (2025), an intergenerational story about navigating life transitions, and as Marshall in the romantic fantasy TV movie A Change in Heart (2025), where a magical hourglass allows revisiting past choices.[42][43] These roles mark Ashmore's versatility in shifting toward streaming platforms like Netflix and family-oriented networks akin to Hallmark, emphasizing ensemble mysteries and heartfelt narratives after his network television peak.[44]Personal life
Relationships and marriage
Aaron Ashmore began a long-term relationship with actress Zoë Kate in the early 2010s.[45] The couple married on June 20, 2014.[7] Their marriage faced significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, culminating in a separation around 2020–2021.[46] Ashmore publicly disclosed the split on the Inside of You podcast hosted by Michael Rosenbaum on March 25, 2025, describing the period as particularly difficult amid broader personal hardships.[47] The divorce process has proceeded amicably after nearly a decade together, with Ashmore emphasizing a mutual decision to part ways.[48] No prior high-profile relationships for Ashmore have been publicly detailed.[49]Family and co-parenting
Aaron Ashmore is a father to two daughters, Esme and Margot, whom he shares with his ex-wife Zoë Kate; the couple welcomed the children during their marriage, though specific birth years have not been publicly disclosed.[46][50] Following their separation during the COVID-19 pandemic, which Ashmore publicly announced in March 2025, he and Kate have maintained a commitment to co-parenting their daughters, emphasizing the children's well-being above all. Ashmore has shared that the couple continues to collaborate positively on parenting, while he focuses on personal healing and growth amid the challenges.[46][50][51] Ashmore shares a close bond with his identical twin brother, actor Shawn Ashmore, marked by mutual support in their acting careers. The brothers, born just one minute apart, have navigated the entertainment industry together, with Aaron crediting Shawn for emotional support during difficult periods, including the aftermath of his separation and family home sale.[50] The demands of fatherhood and family responsibilities have significantly influenced Ashmore's approach to work-life balance, particularly as reflected in his 2025 interview discussions about the COVID-19 era. During the pandemic, Ashmore managed the stresses of a dissolving marriage, his father's illness and death, and caring for a newborn and a three-year-old, describing it as a time when "the hits just kept coming" and underscoring the profound impact on his personal equilibrium.[46][50]Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Married to It | Student in Pageant (uncredited) |
| 2001 | The Safety of Objects | Bobby Christianson |
| 2001 | Treed Murray | Dwayne |
| 2002 | The Skulls II | Matt Hutchinson |
| 2004 | A Separate Peace | Chad |
| 2004 | Prom Queen: The Marc Hall Story | Marc Hall (lead in TV movie) |
| 2004 | My Brother's Keeper | Eric Woods |
| 2007 | Palo Alto | Alec |
| 2007 | The Stone Angel | Matt Buckle |
| 2008 | Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage | Pat Kinkade (also known as The Christmas Cottage) |
| 2009 | The Thaw | Atom Galen (lead as atom physicist in indie eco-horror thriller) |
| 2009 | Fear Island | Mark (lead in horror mystery) |
| 2010 | The Shrine | Marcus Taylor (lead in indie horror) |
| 2011 | Conception | Will |
| 2011 | Servitude | Chase Vanhaver (in horror thriller) |
| 2012 | The Day | Adam (supporting in post-apocalyptic thriller) |
| 2014 | I Put a Hit on You | Ray (lead in comedy) |
| 2015 | Regression | George Nesbitt (supporting in psychological thriller) |
| 2015 | Wish Upon a Christmas | Jesse (lead in Hallmark holiday movie) |
| 2015 | Swept Under | Nick (lead in Lifetime thriller) |
| 2017 | Killing Gunther | Gabe (supporting in action comedy) |
| 2018 | 22 Chaser | Sean (lead in action thriller) |
| 2019 | Tone-Deaf | Dr. Mark Lewis (supporting in horror comedy) |
| 2019 | Tammy's Always Dying | Reggie Seamus |
| 2020 | Sugar Daddy | Angus (in romantic drama) |
| 2020 | The Santa Squad | Gordon (lead in Hallmark holiday movie) |
| 2021 | The Retreat | James (military role in indie horror thriller) |
| 2022 | The Immaculate Room | Mike (lead in psychological thriller) |
| 2022 | How to Find Forever | Curtis Richards (in romantic drama) |
| 2023 | Suze | Rick (supporting in drama) |
| 2025 | A Change in Heart | Marshall (in romantic drama) |
| 2025 | What Comes Next | Grant (in coming-of-age drama) |
Television
Ashmore began his television career with guest appearances in Canadian series during the 1990s and early 2000s, gradually transitioning to more prominent roles in American network and cable shows.[52]| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Gross Misconduct: The Life of Brian Spencer | Young Byron Spencer | TV movie[53] |
| 1993 | Are You Afraid of the Dark? | Billy | 1 episode: "The Tale of the Thirteenth Floor"[54] |
| 2000 | Are You Afraid of the Dark? | Jake | 1 episode: "The Tale of the Lunar Locusts"[55] |
| 2004–2006 | Veronica Mars | Troy Vandegraff | 4 episodes[56] |
| 2006–2011 | Smallville | Jimmy Olsen | Main role, 53 episodes[57] |
| 2009–2014 | Warehouse 13 | Steve Jinks | Recurring/main role starting season 3, 36 episodes[58] |
| 2010 | Lost Girl | Nate | 5 episodes[59] |
| 2011 | XIII: The Series | Dylan Masters | 3 episodes[59] |
| 2015–2019 | Killjoys | Johnny Jaqobis | Main role, 50 episodes[31] |
| 2023 | Accused | Max | 1 episode: "Ava's Story"[36] |
| 2023–2025 | Ginny & Georgia | Gil Timmins | Recurring role, 14 episodes |
| 2024 | The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker | Jake | TV movie[40] |
| 2025 | The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Yarn Maker | Jake | TV movie[41] |
