Joshua Jackson Biography
Joshua Jackson is a Canadian-American film and television actor best known for his roles in Mighty Ducks, Dawson’s Creek, the science fiction series Fringe, the drama series The Affair, the drama miniseries When They See Us, and the drama miniseries Little Fires Everywhere.
How Old is Joshua Jackson? -Age
He is 44 years old as of 11 June 2022. He was born Joshua Carter Jackson in 1978 in Vancouver, Canada.
Joshua Jackson Family
Jackson was born to John and Fiona, a casting agent. Jackson’s father is from Texas, and his mother is from Ballyfermot, Dublin, Ireland, and immigrated to the United States in the late 1960s. He has a younger sister named Aisleagh, as well as two older half brothers named Jonathan and Lyman. He was raised in a Catholic household. Jackson lived in California until he was eight years old. With his mother and younger sister, he relocated to Vancouver.
Joshua Jackson Wife- Daughter
Jackson was in a relationship with co-star Katie Holmes. According to Holmes, Jackson was her first love. In 2006, Jackson began dating German actress Diane Kruger. After ten years together, Jackson and Kruger called it quits in 2016. Since 2018, Jackson has been in a relationship with British model and actress Jodie Turner-Smith. Janie, their first child, was born in April 2020 after they married in December 2019.
Joshua Jackson Career
In 1991, Jackson made his film debut in “Crooked Hearts.” His small but effective role in this film made headlines and thrust him into the spotlight. Following the release of this film, he found it easier to land meaningful roles.
Following the success of ‘Crooked Hearts,’ he played a pivotal role in the musical adaptation of the cult classic ‘Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.’ Everyone adored his portrayal of Charlie. It wasn’t long after this film that he met Laura Kennedy, a well-known casting director. She assisted him in joining the William Morris Agency, which aided his development as an actor. The TV series ‘Dawson’s Creek’ was another project that he is known for. It first aired in 1998 and quickly became a hit due to its gripping storyline. Katie Holmes, Michelle Williams, and James Van Der Beek also appeared on the show.
Following the huge success of this show, he was offered roles in major motion pictures such as ‘The Laramie Project,’ ‘The Skulls,’ ‘Cruel Intentions,’ and ‘The Safety of Objects.’ All of these films were huge box office successes. Aside from major roles in numerous successful films, Joshua Jackson has also appeared in many films as a cameo, the most well-known of which is ‘Ocean’s Eleven.’ The leading actors in this film were George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Holly Marie Combs. In addition to movies and TV shows, he has also taken part in many plays. His most successful play amongst all is ‘A Life in the Theatre.’ An interesting fact is that he had just moved to the UK in 2005 and was not at all ready for the part. But with a lot of efforts he managed to make the play a memorable one for the entire cast and also for the audience.
Joshua Jackson Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of $12 million.
Joshua Jackson Movies and TV Shows
MOVIES:
♦ 2015 – Sky
♦ 2012 – Lay the Favorite
♦ 2012 – Inescapable
♦ 2008 – Shutter
♦ 2008 – Gashole
♦ 2008 – One Week
♦ 2007 – Battle in Seattle
♦ 2006 – Bobby
♦ 2005 – Cursed
♦ 2005 – Racing Stripes
♦ 2005 – Americano
♦ 2005 – Aurora Borealis
♦ 2005 – The Shadow Dancer
♦ 2003 – I Love Your Work
♦ 2002 – The Laramie Project
♦ 2002 – Lone Star State of Mind
TV Shows:
♦ 2020 – Little Fires Everywhere
♦ 2019 – When They See Us
♦ 2016 – Gravity Falls
♦ 2016 – Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
♦ 2016 – Years of Living Dangerously
♦ 2014–2018 – The Affair
♦ 2008–2013 – Fringe
♦ 2006 – Capitol Law
♦ 2001 – Cubix
♦ 2000 – The Simpsons
♦ 1998–2003 – Dawson’s Creek
♦ 1997 – Ronnie & Julie