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 Brendan James Fraser was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Canadian parents Carol Mary (Genereux), a sales counselor, and Peter Fraser, a journalist and travel executive. He is of Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, and French-Canadian ancestry. As his parents frequently moved, Brendan can claim affinity with Ottawa, Indianapolis, Detroit, Seattle, London and Rome. His early exposure to theatre, particularly in London, led him to Seattle's Cornish Institute. After graduation he found a minor role as Sailor #1 in River Phoenix's Dogfight (1991), then somewhat more substantial roles in Encino Man (1992) and School Ties (1992). He expresses a preference for playing "fish out of water" men. Five more years of supporting work led finally to the title role in George of the Jungle (1997), a role which fully utilized his charm and beefy good looks, as well as offering him a chance to show off his comic talents. He describes this role as the one which dramatically altered his career. Critical raves for his role in Gods and Monsters (1998) pointed to yet another dimension to his dramatic persona.
Bio:
Brendan James Fraser was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Canadian parents Carol Mary (Genereux), a sales counselor, and Peter Fraser, a journalist and travel executive. He is of Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, and French-Canadian ancestry. As his parents frequently moved, Brendan can claim affinity with Ottawa, Indianapolis, Detroit, Seattle, London and Rome. His early exposure to theatre, particularly in London, led him to Seattle's Cornish Institute. After graduation he found a minor role as Sailor #1 in River Phoenix's Dogfight (1991), then somewhat more substantial roles in Encino Man (1992) and School Ties (1992). He expresses a preference for playing "fish out of water" men. Five more years of supporting work led finally to the title role in George of the Jungle (1997), a role which fully utilized his charm and beefy good looks, as well as offering him a chance to show off his comic talents. He describes this role as the one which dramatically altered his career. Critical raves for his role in Gods and Monsters (1998) pointed to yet another dimension to his dramatic persona.
Tivia:
Has developed a reputation for being extremely approachable and friendly to fans who meet him on the streets.Speaks French fluently.Is an aspiring photographer.While filming Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003), was terrified at having to hit Bill Goldberg. Goldberg constantly told him to go ahead and do it, telling him, "It's what I do for a living."Raised in Holland, Switzerland, and Canada. Educated at Upper Canada College in Toronto, the Actors' Conservatory, Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle.Has dual citizenship: American and Canadian.Was set to play the role of Dr. Steve/Eddie in The Wedding Planner (2001), but scheduling conflicts with filming Bedazzled (2000) prevented him. The role went to Matthew McConaughey.He was the first choice for playing the lead role in Inspector Gadget (1999), but the role ultimately went to Matthew Broderick. Fraser had to turn down the role in favor to perform as the title character in George of the Jungle (1997).Chosen by People Magazine as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world. (1998)Was considered for the role of Phil Dunphy on Modern Family (2009).Won an Oscar for his performance in The Whale. This was his first Oscar and first nomination.Whenever appearing in a Pauly Shore movie, he uses the character name "Link".Has recorded more than a few plays for broadcast on the radio, including works by Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neill.His parents are Canadian, his father from Saskatchewan and his mother from Nova Scotia. He has Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, French-Canadian, and English ancestry.He welcomed first child son Griffin Arthur on September 17, 2002.Attended Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, Washington.Was considered for the role of Dr. Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic in Fantastic Four (2005).He is the first actor to play the DC Comics character Cliff Steele/Robotman in a live-action adaptation.Listed on the 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards Nominating Ballot for Performers (in the Supporting Actor In A Drama Series category) for The Affair (2014).Wife Afton gave birth to their third child and third son, Leland, on May 2, 2006 in Los Angeles, California.Has three older brothers: Kevin Fraser, Sean Fraser and Regan Fraser.He was in consideration to play Superman Returns (2006) when Brett Ratner was still attached to the film.The son of a Canadian travel executive. Among the places he lived in his younger days include Cincinnati, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Ottawa, Canada; and Holland.Second child, son Holden Fletcher, b. 16 August 2004Appearing in the stage version of "Cat on the Hot Tin roof" in London. (December 2001)He is not ambidextrous as it might appear in Monkeybone (2001). If you listen to the director's commentary, that is a left hand artist's hand seen painting the characters, and the artist isn't Brendan.His and ex-wife Afton's wedding was held in the garden at the Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles.Filming Inkheart (2008) at Shepperton Studios in London. (November 2006)Parents: Carol Fraser and Peter Fraser.In Singapore for the 3-D film fest. The first film festival specifically dedicated to 3-D technology (3DX: 3D Film & Entertainment Technology Festival). (November 2008)Born at 3:28 AM (EST). |
| Name: |
Brendan Fraser |
Type: |
Actor,Producer,Art Department (IMDB) |
| Area: |
All World |
Platform: |
IMDB |
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Business scope: |
Actor,Producer,Art Department |
| Products for sale: |
Actor,Producer,Art Department |
| Model rank: |
21 |
| Last update: |
2024-07-01 02:42:34 |
| Height: |
6' 3' (1.91 m) |
| Biography: |
Brendan James Fraser was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Canadian parents Carol Mary (Genereux), a sales counselor, and Peter Fraser, a journalist and travel executive. He is of Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, and French-Canadian ancestry. As his p |
| Trivia: |
Has developed a reputation for being extremely approachable and friendly to fans who meet him on the streets.Speaks French fluently.Is an aspiring photographer.While filming Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003), was terrified at having to hit Bill Goldberg. Goldberg constantly told him to go ahead and do it, telling him, "It's what I do for a living."Raised in Holland, Switzerland, and Canada. Educated at Upper Canada College in Toronto, the Actors' Conservatory, Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle.Has dual citizenship: American and Canadian.Was set to play the role of Dr. Steve/Eddie in The Wedding Planner (2001), but scheduling conflicts with filming Bedazzled (2000) prevented him. The role went to Matthew McConaughey.He was the first choice for playing the lead role in Inspector Gadget (1999), but the role ultimately went to Matthew Broderick. Fraser had to turn down the role in favor to perform as the title character in George of the Jungle (1997).Chosen by People Magazine as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world. (1998)Was considered for the role of Phil Dunphy on Modern Family (2009).Won an Oscar for his performance in The Whale. This was his first Oscar and first nomination.Whenever appearing in a Pauly Shore movie, he uses the character name "Link".Has recorded more than a few plays for broadcast on the radio, including works by Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neill.His parents are Canadian, his father from Saskatchewan and his mother from Nova Scotia. He has Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, French-Canadian, and English ancestry.He welcomed first child son Griffin Arthur on September 17, 2002.Attended Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, Washington.Was considered for the role of Dr. Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic in Fantastic Four (2005).He is the first actor to play the DC Comics character Cliff Steele/Robotman in a live-action adaptation.Listed on the 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards Nominating Ballot for Performers (in the Supporting Actor In A Drama Series category) for The Affair (2014).Wife Afton gave birth to their third child and third son, Leland, on May 2, 2006 in Los Angeles, California.Has three older brothers: Kevin Fraser, Sean Fraser and Regan Fraser.He was in consideration to play Superman Returns (2006) when Brett Ratner was still attached to the film.The son of a Canadian travel executive. Among the places he lived in his younger days include Cincinnati, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Ottawa, Canada; and Holland.Second child, son Holden Fletcher, b. 16 August 2004Appearing in the stage version of "Cat on the Hot Tin roof" in London. (December 2001)He is not ambidextrous as it might appear in Monkeybone (2001). If you listen to the director's commentary, that is a left hand artist's hand seen painting the characters, and the artist isn't Brendan.His and ex-wife Afton's wedding was held in the garden at the Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles.Filming Inkheart (2008) at Shepperton Studios in London. (November 2006)Parents: Carol Fraser and Peter Fraser.In Singapore for the 3-D film fest. The first film festival specifically dedicated to 3-D technology (3DX: 3D Film & Entertainment Technology Festival). (November 2008)Born at 3:28 AM (EST). |
| Trademarks: |
Deep resonant voice |
| Quotes: |
I believe you have a responsibility to comport yourself in a manner that gives an example to others. As a young man, I prayed for success. Now I pray just to be worthy of it.
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As sophisticated as the technology gets, the less sophisticated you have to become as an actor.
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What if William Shakespeare had had a test audience for "Romeo and Juliet" or "Hamlet"?
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[on turning forty] I feel all giddy inside. It's like when I turned 13 and I felt like I finally became a teenager. Now I feel like I'm finally becoming an adult. It's like earning another stripe in life.
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You do a movie, Hollywood loves you for a while. They love you, they love you, they love you until...oh, they love someone else now. It's not cyclical, it's ... it's ... ficklical! |
| Salaries: |
The Mummy Returns (2001) - $12,500,000
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Bedazzled (2000) - $10,000,000
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Dudley Do-Right (1999) - $4,000,000
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The Mummy (1999) - $4,000,000
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The Scout (1994) - |
| Job title: |
Actor,Producer,Art Department |
| Others works: |
Host, 1994 MTV Music Video Awards.
Played Brick in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" by Tennessee Williams - Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, London (2001).
Starred as Victor, a tortured writer in John Patrick Shanley's "Four Dogs And A Bone |
| Spouse: |
Afton Smith (September 27, 1998 - April 17, 2008) (divorced, 3 children) |
| Children: |
Griffin Arthur FraserHolden Fletcher FraserLeland Francis Fraser |
| Parents: |
Carol Mary Fraser (Genereux)
Peter Fraser |
| Relatives: |
Kevin Fraser (Sibling)
Sean Fraser (Sibling)
Regan Fraser (Sibling) |
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