The CW Awards: Best Actor Nominees
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From vampires to superheroes, The CW is full of great acting performances. But which is the best?!?
1. Ian Somerhalder
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From his snark to his smile to, yes, those shirtless scenes, Ian Somerhalder owns every scene in which he appears on The Vampire Diaries.
2. Paul Wesley
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Paul Wesley played multiple roles on The Vampire Diaries Season 5. From Silas to Stefan, he had a chance to show his range.
3. Stephen Amell
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Arrow became the most-watched show on The CW in Season 2. And Stephen Amell, of course, is right at the center of it each week.
4. Jay Ryan
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Jay Ryan puts the Beast in Beauty and the Beast. But he's also sort of beautiful.
5. Jensen Ackles
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Jensen Ackles has brought Dean Winchester to life for nine seasons now on The CW. And his popularity has never waned.
6. Jared Padalecki
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Jared Padalecki makes up one half of a Supernatural duo that has entertained viewers for nine seasons... and counting!
7. Joseph Morgan
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Joseph Morgan has done the seemingly impossible: he has turned Klaus Mikaelson into a likable, sympathetic figure on The Originals.
8. Daniel Gillies
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Daniel Gillies brings intensity, honor and, when needed, violence to The Originals. Also: attractiveness.
9. Wilson Bethel
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Wilson Bethel has established himself as more than just someone who looks good shirtless. He's a true leading man on Hart of Dixie.
10. Scott Porter
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Scott Porter and his smile have won over Hart of Dixie fans. He makes us want to move to Bluebell.