Jeff Goldblum

Date of Birth: October 22, 1952

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum, known professionally as Jeff Goldblum, is an American actor and musician. He was born on October 22, 1952, in West Homestead, Pennsylvania. Goldblum’s parents were Shirley Jane Goldblum (née Temeles), a radio broadcaster who later ran a kitchen equipment and appliances sales firm, and Harold L. Goldblum, a medical doctor. He grew up with a passion for acting and moved to New York City at the age of 17 to study at the prestigious Neighborhood Playhouse under Sanford Meisner. Goldblum’s film debut came in 1974 with a minor role in “Death Wish.” He gained more significant recognition with roles in films such as “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” (1978), “The Big Chill” (1983), and “The Fly” (1986), for which he won critical acclaim. However, he is perhaps best known for his roles in blockbuster films like “Jurassic Park” (1993) and its sequels, and “Independence Day” (1996). Goldblum’s quirky charisma and distinctive delivery have made him a beloved figure in both film and television. In addition to his acting career, Jeff Goldblum is also a talented jazz pianist. He has performed with his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, and released jazz albums that have been well-received by critics. Goldblum has been married three times. His current wife is Canadian Olympic gymnast Emilie Livingston, whom he married in 2014. The couple has two children together.

5 Interesting Facts about Jeff Goldblum

1. Jeff Goldblum was nearly cast as the voice of the computer in the film “WarGames” (1983).

2. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in the short film “Little Surprises” (1996), which he directed.

3. Goldblum is a skilled jazz pianist and often performs live with his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra.

4. He starred in the popular TV series “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” from 2009 to 2010.

5. Jeff Goldblum has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which was awarded to him in 2018.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jeff Goldblum

1. “Life finds a way.”

2. “I love the ocean. Boats, not so much.”

3. “If any movie people are watching this show, please, for me, have some respect. You wanna sell a lot of tickets, but for goodness’ sake, leave some room for art.”

4. “I’m always interested in challenging myself and pushing and seeing how far I can go.”

5. “It’s mysterious what attracts you to a person.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jeff Goldblum’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $40 million.

Children

Jeff Goldblum has two children with his wife, Emilie Livingston: 1. Charlie Ocean Goldblum, born on July 4, 2015. 2. River Joe Goldblum, born on April 7, 2017.