Jonathan Brandis is an American actor, best known for his roles in the television series SeaQuest DSV and the film The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter.
He began performing at a young age and quickly gained recognition for his talent and versatility.
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- Full name: Jonathan Gregory Brandis
- Date of Birth: April 13, 1976
- Age: 48 (as of 2024)
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Danbury, Connecticut
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches
- Parents: Mary and Gregory Brandeis
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: No
- Children: None
- Relationship status: Single at time of death
- Net worth: $500,000
Early life and education
Jonathan Brandis was born on April 13, 1976, in Danbury, Connecticut, to Mary and Gregory Brandis. He is currently deceased, but if still alive, he would be 48 years old in 2024.
Both of his parents are in the entertainment industry, his father is a firefighter and his mother is a model and actress.
Brandis started modeling at the age of two and appeared in television commercials at the age of four. He attended San Fernando Valley Vocational School and graduated in 1993. He is Caucasian and grew up in a middle-class family.
Personal life
Jonathan Brandis’ personal life is relatively private, but it is known that he dated actress and singer Tatiana Ali from 1995 to 1998.
The two met on the set of the TV series “Mission Impossible” and were close until they split. Brandis was also good friends with “Mission Impossible” co-star Ted Raimi. There are no reports of any extramarital affairs or controversies in his personal life.
Profession
Jonathan Brandis began his acting career at a young age, appearing in television commercials and modeling for several brands.
He rose to fame in 1982 when he played Kevin Buchanan on the soap opera One Life to Live. He then appeared in several TV series and films, including The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter and IT.
He is best known for his role as Lucas Wolenczak in the NBC series SeaQuest DSV, which aired from 1993 to 1996. He also voiced the evil young wizard Mozenrath in the Disney animated series Aladdin.
Awards
Jonathan Brandis has not won any major awards during his acting career. However, he was nominated for a Young Artist Award for his role in The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter.
net worth
Jonathan Brandis’s net worth at the time of his death was estimated to be around $500,000, all of which came from his acting career.
die
On November 12, 2003, Jonathan Brandis hanged himself in his Los Angeles apartment at the age of 27.
The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office ruled his death a suicide.
dispute
Jonathan Brandis’ life and career were not marked by major controversy, but his death caused shock and sadness among fans and the entertainment industry.
His father, Greg Brandis, later revealed that Jonathan suffered from bipolar disorder, which may have contributed to his suicide.
Social Media
- Instagram: No
- Twitter: No
Filmography
- Lifetime
- The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter
- it
- Sea Explorer
- Aladdin
- fall out
- Outside Providence
- Riding the wind
- Slanesville Boys
