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This article is about the American actor Paul Teal. Not to be confused with the Canadian serial killer, also known as Paul Teale, Paul Bernardo.
Paul Teal
Teal as Dan in USS Christmas, 2020
Born
Paul Joseph Teal

(1989-07-00)July 1989
Wilmington, North Carolina, U.S.
DiedNovember 15, 2024(2024-11-15) (aged 35)
Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S.
Alma materWilliam Esper Studio
OccupationActor
Years active2010–2024
Notable workOne Tree Hill
PartnerEmilia Torello (from 2022)
Websitepaulteal.com

Paul Joseph Teal (July 1989 – November 15, 2024) was an American actor of film, television and theatre, from Wilmington, North Carolina. He was best known for portraying Josh Avery in the American drama One Tree Hill, in its seventh season. A graduate of the William Esper Studio, Teal debuted in acting with One Tree Hill in 2010 and had minor and recurring roles in productions until his death in 2024.

Early life and education

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Paul Joseph Teal was born in Wilmington, North Carolina in July 1989.[1][2][3] He started taking part in theatrical productions at the age of 12, going by the stage name "JoJo". As a teenager, Teal performed at musicals in Wilmington as a part of choirs.[4] He later received training from William Esper Studio.[5]

Career

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Teal's credits include American Rust,[6] Shots Fired, George & Tammy,[7] The Staircase,[8] Dynasty, Fear Street Part Two: 1978, Descendants: The Rise of Red,[9] Good Behavior, Outer Banks, The Walking Dead: World Beyond, Deep Water, and Lilly. He also had a role in The Hunting Wives, which will be released after his death, in 2025.[10] His last appearances were on Lilly and Descendants: The Rise of Red.[11]

Teal was best known for his role as Josh Avery on One Tree Hill, whom he portrayed during the seventh season of the series, for seven episodes.[12] It was his first television appearance.[13]

Teal frequently performed at local Wilmington theatres; including the Opera House Theatre Company, the Thalian Association Community Theatre and the Techmoja Dance and Theater Company.[14]

Personal life and death

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Teal was engaged to Emilia Torello from September 2022.[15][16]

Teal was found to have a neuroendocrine tumor in his pancreas in April 2024.[17] He died of the disease at a hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina, on November 15, 2024, at the age of 35.[18]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes
2010 One Trees Hill Josh Avery Season 7
7 episodes
2013 Psychodrama Friendly Choker 1 episode
2016 Good Behavior Steve 1 episode
2017 Shots Fired Male Model Supporter 1 episode
2019 Dynasty Male Reporter 1 episode
2020 The Walking Dead: World Beyond Walter 1 episode
2020 USS Christmas Dan
2021 TWD World Beyond: Episode Diaries Guest Star
2021 Fear Street Part Two: 1978 Young Officer Kapinski
2021 American Rust Deputy #2 1 episode
2022 Deep Water Deputy Clark
2022 The Staircase Brad Wolgamott 3 episodes
2022 George & Tammy Back-Up Vocalist #1 1 episode
2024 Descendants: The Rise of Red Aviator
2024 Lilly Timothy Granger
2025 The Hunting Wives Pastor Pete 6 episodes
Posthumous
TBA 1st Memory Cameron Posthumous

References

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  1. ^ Barnes, Mike (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' Actor, Dies at 35". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  2. ^ Sandoval, Ivan (November 18, 2024). "Murió a los 35 años el actor Paul Teal". 15 minutos (in Spanish). Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  3. ^ Brennan, Ryan (November 18, 2024). "'One Tree Hill' cast mourns loss of Paul Teal, dead at 35. 'My heart is heavy'". The State. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  4. ^ Staton, John (November 18, 2024). "Heartbroken Wilmington theater community reacts to the sudden death of actor Paul Teal, 35". Star-News. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  5. ^ Óshimpan, Kwabla (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, One Tree Hill Actor Tragically Passes Away After Fight with Cancer". Ghana Celebrities. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  6. ^ Wright, Tracy (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' actor, dead at 35". Fox News. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  7. ^ Berman, Marc (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' Actor, Dies At 35". Forbes. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  8. ^ Singh, Abhinav (November 19, 2024). "Fans Mourn Death Of Paul Teal After 'One Tree Hill' Star Dies At 35". NDTV. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  9. ^ Minton, Matthew (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, Actor on 'One Tree Hill,' Dies at 35". Variety. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  10. ^ Rosenbloom, Alli (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, actor from 'One Tree Hill,' dead at age 35". CNN. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  11. ^ Tinoco, Armando (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal Dies: 'One Tree Hill' Actor Was 35; Co-Stars Bethany Joy Lenz & Sophia Bush Pay Tribute". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  12. ^ Segarra, Edward (November 18, 2024). "'One Tree Hill' actor Paul Teal dies, co-star Bethany Joy Lenz mourns death". USA Today. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  13. ^ Lawes, Ruth (November 18, 2024). "Sophia Bush shares tribute to One Tree Hill star Paul Teal after death aged 35". Metro. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  14. ^ "Paul Teal, morto a 35 anni l'attore della serie "One Three Hill"". La Repubblica (in Italian). November 19, 2024. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  15. ^ Santaflorentina, Hayley (November 19, 2024). "One Tree Hill Actor Paul Teal's Cause of Death Revealed". E!. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  16. ^ Hudgins, Ryan (November 18, 2024). "One Tree Hill's Paul Teal and Emilia Torello's Relationship Timeline". Us Weekly. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  17. ^ Gularte, Alejandra (November 19, 2024). "Paul Teal, One Tree Hill Actor, Dead at 35". Vulture. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
  18. ^ Holmes, Martin (November 19, 2024). "'One Tree Hill' Star Paul Teal's Fiancée Reveals His Cause of Death". TV Insider. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
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