| Tom Eplin | |
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Full Name |
Thomas M. Eplin |
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Birthdate |
October 25, 1960 |
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Birthplace |
Hayward, California, USA |
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Occupation |
Actor |
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Years Active |
1985-2003 |
Tom Eplin's daytime career began in 1985 when she joined Another World as Jake McKinnon. Eplin left Another World in 1986 before returning in 1987 where he stayed until the series was cancelled in 1999. Eplin crossed over to As the World Turns where he continued playing Jake for another three years until 2003 when he was let go. Eplin's last acting credit was in 2007's Days of Darkness.
Personal Life[]
Eplin was married to Ellen Wheeler (1985-1990) and Courtney Gibbs (1991-1995)
Soapography[]
- Jake McKinnon on Another World (1985-1986; 1987-1999)
- Jake McKinnon on As the World Turns (06/30/1999-07/08/2003)
Awards and Nominations[]
Daytime Emmy Awards
| YEAR | CATEGORY | CHARACTER/SERIES | W/N |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, As the World Turns | N |
Soap Opera Digest Awards
| YEAR | CATEGORY | CHARACTER/SERIES | W/N |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Outstanding Young Leading Actor - Daytime | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1990 | Outstanding Supporting Actor - Daytime | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1992 | Outstanding Villain - Daytime | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1993 | Hottest Male Star | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1994 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1995 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, Another World | W |
| 1996 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1997 | Outstanding Male Showstopper | Jake McKinnon, Another World | W |
| 1998 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 1999 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, Another World | N |
| 2001 | Outstanding Lead Actor | Jake McKinnon, As the World Turns | N |
Online Film and Television Association Awards
| Year | Category | Series | W/N |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Actor in a Daytime Serial | Jake McKinnon, As the World Turns | N |