10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Daniel Cosgrove
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Shado Saeyang
10 years ago
1. Before he broke into acting, Cosgrove had a bit part as a real-life part of law enforcement when he worked as a bailiff for the New Haven County’s Sheriff Department in his home state of Connecticut. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
2. In 1996, Cosgrove got his first big acting break when he was cast as the third adult Scott Chandler in as many years. He stayed with the role for two years until he decided to pursue other acting roles in Los Angeles. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
3. Cosgrove made his film debut in the comedy “The Object of My Affection” starring Jennifer Aniston and Paul Rudd. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
4. The actor also made a name for himself in primetime soaps when he was cast on “Beverly Hills, 90210” in 1998. He played Matt Durning until the show was cancelled in 2000. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
5. Cosgrove has also been a member of other shows until they were cancelled. He portrayed Bill Lewis on “Guiding Light,” as well as Christopher Hughes on “As the World Turns” until both CBS soaps saw their demise. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
6. Cosgrove has been married to the same woman since 1997 and she has followed him east and west during his career. Marie and Daniel Cosgrove has four children together: Lily, Esme, Ruby, and Finnian. Daniel and Marie met when she was waitressing and he was acting in New York. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
7. When appearing on “Guiding Light,” the actor was nominated for a Daytime Emmy as Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. One year later, he was nominated in the Lead Actor category. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
8. Cosgrove made his “All My Children” comeback as Scott in 2010. He remained with “AMC” until 2010, when that ABC soap left the airwaves. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
9. Cosgrove has also appeared on several primetime series aside from “90210,” including “In Justice” and “DirtySexy Money.” Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page
10. In 2014, Cosgrove landed the role of Aiden Jennings on “Days of Our Lives,” soon becoming the object of Hope’s affection. He quickly became popular with fans, despite possibly usurping Bo as Hope’s new man. Click on the Orange Arrow on the bottom to go to the next page