Born in Minot, North Dakota, Josh Duhamel's journey to Hollywood stardom is one characterized by determination and talent. His early interest in sports, especially football, led him to Minot State University, where he intended to pursue a career in dental science. However, destiny had other plans, and his natural charisma and good looks opened the doors to the modeling world. Duhamel's career took a decisive turn when he won the title of Male Model of the Year in an International Modeling and Talent Association (IMTA) competition in 1997. This win paved the way for his acting career, as he soon found himself playing the charming Leo du Pres on ABC's All My Children, a role that earned him a Daytime Emmy Award in 2002. However, it was his portrayal of Captain William Lennox in the blockbuster Transformers series that catapulted him to international fame. Beyond his acting career, Duhamel is known for his philanthropic efforts. He has been actively involved in various charitable organizations, focusing on areas such as disaster relief and cancer research. He was also married to singer Fergie from 2009 to 2019, and the couple have a son together. On September 10, 2022, Duhamel married former Miss World America Audra Mari.