Paul Joseph Teal (July 18, 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 and the T. Schreiber Studio, Teal debuted in acting with One Tree Hill in 2010 and had minor and recurring roles in productions until his death in 2024.
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Born | Paul Joseph Teal July 18, 1989 |
Died | November 15, 2024 Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S. | (aged 35)
Alma mater | William Esper Studio T. Schreiber Studio |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2010–2024 |
Notable work | One Tree Hill |
Partner | Emilia Torello (from 2022) |
Website | www |
Early life and education
editPaul Joseph Teal was born in Wilmington, North Carolina, on July 18, 1989.[1][2] 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.[3] He graduated from John T. Hoggard High School. Teal later received training from the William Esper Studio and the T. Schreiber Studio.[4]
Career
editTeal's credits include American Rust,[5] Shots Fired, George & Tammy,[6] The Staircase,[7] Dynasty, Fear Street Part Two: 1978, Descendants: The Rise of Red,[8] 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.[9] Teal's last appearances were on Lilly and Descendants: The Rise of Red.[10]
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.[11] It was his first television appearance.[12]
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.[13]
Personal life and death
editTeal was engaged to fellow Outer Banks and The Hunting Wives actor Emilia Torello from September 2022.[14][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 age 35.[18]
Filmography
editYear | Title | Role | Notes |
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2010 | One Tree 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 | Outer Banks | Crewman | 2 episodes |
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
edit- ^ Barnes, Mike (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' Actor, Dies at 35". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Harrell's Funeral Home (November 20, 2024). "Paul Joseph (JoJo) Teal Obituary (1989-2024)". Echovita. Wilmington, North Carolina. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Harrell's Funeral Home and Cremation Service (November 19, 2024). "Paul Joseph Teal Obituary (2024)". Legacy.com. Burgaw, North Carolina. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
- ^ Wright, Tracy (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' actor, dead at 35". Fox News. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Berman, Marc (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, 'One Tree Hill' Actor, Dies At 35". Forbes. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Singh, Abhinav (November 19, 2024). "Fans Mourn Death Of Paul Teal After 'One Tree Hill' Star Dies At 35". NDTV. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Minton, Matthew (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, Actor on 'One Tree Hill,' Dies at 35". Variety. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Rosenbloom, Alli (November 18, 2024). "Paul Teal, actor from 'One Tree Hill,' dead at age 35". CNN. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Sullivan, Sienna (November 19, 2024). "'One Tree Hill' Actor Paul Teal Dies at 35—Costars Share Heartfelt Tributes". First for Women. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
- ^ Santaflorentina, Hayley (November 19, 2024). "One Tree Hill Actor Paul Teal's Cause of Death Revealed". E!. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Hudgins, Ryan (November 18, 2024). "One Tree Hill's Paul Teal and Emilia Torello's Relationship Timeline". Us Weekly. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Dass, Aastha (November 19, 2024). "Who is Paul Teal's girlfriend Emilia Torello? Actress pays tribute to One Tree Hill Star as he passes away from cancer". Soap Central. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
- ^ Gularte, Alejandra (November 19, 2024). "Paul Teal, One Tree Hill Actor, Dead at 35". Vulture. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ Holmes, Martin (November 19, 2024). "'One Tree Hill' Star Paul Teal's Fiancée Reveals His Cause of Death". TV Insider. Retrieved November 19, 2024.
External links
edit- Official website
- Paul Teal at IMDb
- Paul Teal on TV Insider
- Paul Teal on Amazon Prime Video
- Paul Teal on Filmweb (in Polish)
- Paul Teal on Beyazperde (in Turkish)
- Paul Teal at Sinemalar.com (in Turkish)