Brandon James Fraser is a renowned American-Canadian actor known for his versatile and powerful performances.
In the 1990s, Fraser established himself as a charismatic and talented leading man, gaining recognition for his major roles in Encino Man and School Ties. His portrayal of Rick O’Connell in the blockbuster Mummy trilogy solidified his status as one of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
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- Full name: Brendan James Fraser
- Stage name: Brendan Fraser
- Date of Birth: December 3, 1968
- Age: 55
- Birthplace: Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
- Nationality: American-Canadian
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.91 m
- Parents: Carol Mary and Peter Fraser
- Siblings: Kevin Fraser, Sean Fraser and Reagan Fraser
- Spouse: Afton Smith (married 1998–2009)
- Partner: Jenny Moore
- Children: Griffin Arthur Fraser, Leland Francis Fraser, Holden Fletcher Fraser
- Relationship: Dating
- Net worth: $20 million
Early life and education
Brendan James Fraser was born on December 3, 1968, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is the youngest of four sons of Carol Marie (a sales consultant) and Peter Fraser (a former journalist and Canadian diplomat). Fraser has three brothers: Kevin, Sean and Reagan Fraser.
Fraser received a rich and varied educational background, attending Montessori schools in Detroit and Sacred Heart School in Bellevue, Wash. He later attended Upper Canada College, a prestigious boarding school in Toronto, and then Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, graduating in 1990.
Fraser originally planned to pursue a Master of Fine Arts in Acting at Southern Methodist University, but after a stop in Hollywood, he changed direction and decided to focus on his film career.
Profession
Brendan Fraser made his screen debut in a small role in the film Dogfight (1991). He rose to fame in the early 1990s with starring roles in the comedy Encino Man (1992) and the drama School Ties (1992). His career skyrocketed after his role in George of the Jungle (1997), where his comedic talent and charisma made him a fan favorite.
Fraser’s most successful film was The Mummy trilogy (1999-2008), in which he played the heroic adventurer Rick O’Connell, solidifying his status as a top action star. His wide acting range also saw him excel in dramatic roles, including Gods and Monsters (1998), The Quiet American (2002) and Crash (2004).
Although Fraser’s career slowed in the mid-2000s due to health and personal challenges, he has experienced a remarkable resurgence with his performances in No Sudden Move (2021) and The Whale (2022). His performance in The Whale won him critical acclaim and earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Social Media
- Instagram: @brendan__fraser
- Twitter: @OfficiaIFraser
Personal life
Brendan Fraser is currently in a relationship with makeup artist and hairstylist Jeanne Moore since September 2022. Previously, he was married to actress Afton Smith from 1998 to 2009, whom he met at a barbecue at Winona Ryder’s house in 1993. The couple has three sons: Griffin Arthur Fraser, Holden Fletcher Fraser, and Leland Francis Fraser.
Filmography
- The Mummy Trilogy
- Gods and Monsters
- whale
- The Quiet American
- collision
- School Relations
- Encino
- George of the Jungle
- Short
- Past events reappear
- Journey to the Center of the Earth
- Doom Patrol
- Extramarital affair
- Vulture
net worth
Brendan Fraser’s net worth is estimated at $20 million, accumulated primarily through his work in blockbuster films such as mummy trilogy, George of the Jungleand Encino.
His recent critically acclaimed performance in The Whale has further fueled his financial success, reaffirming his status as a versatile and sought-after talent in Hollywood.
