Date of Birth: September 9, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Henry Jackson Thomas Jr., widely known as Henry Thomas, is an American actor and musician. Born on September 9, 1971, in San Antonio, Texas, Thomas began his acting career at a young age. He gained international fame for his role as Elliott in Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster film “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (1982). His performance won him several awards and nominations, catapulting him into the spotlight. Following the success of “E.T.,” Thomas continued to act in a variety of films and television series, including “Legends of the Fall” (1994), “Gangs of New York” (2002), and “The Haunting of Hill House” (2018). In addition to his acting career, Thomas is also a talented musician and was the lead singer and guitarist for the San Antonio band The Blue Heelers. Thomas has shown a remarkable ability to transition from child star to a respected actor in Hollywood. He continues to work on both mainstream and independent projects, showcasing his versatility and commitment to his craft.
5 Interesting Facts about Henry Thomas
1. Henry Thomas was only 10 years old when he starred in “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.”
2. He auditioned for “E.T.” by improvising a scene where government agents were trying to take his alien friend away.
3. Henry Thomas won a Young Artist Award for Best Leading Young Actor in a Feature Film for his performance in “E.T.”
4. He has appeared in multiple films directed by Mike Flanagan, including “The Haunting of Hill House” and “Doctor Sleep.”
5. In addition to acting, Thomas is a musician and has released several albums with his band, The Blue Heelers.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Henry Thomas
1. “It’s harder to find somebody who’s not been affected by ‘E.T.’ than it is to find somebody who has.”
2. “Acting is a tough business, and the percentage of success is very low. But being a part of something as iconic as ‘E.T.’ makes it all worth it.”
3. “I never wanted to be a movie star. I wanted to be an actor.”
4. “The best advice I got was to keep my feet on the ground and stay humble.”
5. “Music is a big part of my life. It’s a way for me to express myself in a different medium.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Henry Thomas achieved a net worth of approximately $1.5 million.
Children
Henry Thomas has three children. He has a daughter named Hazel from his second marriage, and two children from his current marriage to Annalee Fery.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb – Henry Thomas](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001794/
2. [Wikipedia – Henry Thomas](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Thomas
3. [Biography – Henry Thomas](https://www.biography.com/actor/henry-thomas
4. [Henry Thomas on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/henry_thomas
5. [Henry Thomas on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/henrythomasofficial/
