Topher Grace

Date of Birth: July 12, 1978

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Christopher John “Topher” Grace is an American actor widely recognized for his role as Eric Forman on the hit television series “That ’70s Show” (1998-2006). Born on July 12, 1978, in New York City, he grew up in Darien, Connecticut. Grace developed an interest in acting during his high school years, leading him to pursue a career in Hollywood. After his successful stint on “That ’70s Show,” Grace transitioned to film, landing roles in movies such as “Traffic” (2000), “In Good Company” (2004), “Spider-Man 3” (2007), and “Interstellar” (2014). Known for his versatility, he has played both comedic and dramatic roles, earning critical acclaim for his performances. In addition to his acting career, Grace has also ventured into producing and has been involved in several philanthropic activities. He married actress Ashley Hinshaw in 2016, and they have two children together.

5 Interesting Facts about Topher Grace

1. Topher Grace was discovered while performing in a high school play by the parents of fellow actress and future co-star, Laura Prepon.

2. He dropped out of the University of Southern California to pursue his acting career after being cast in “That ’70s Show.”

3. Grace edited his own version of “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,” cutting it down to 85 minutes, as a personal project for friends.

4. He is a fan of the New York Mets and has appeared in several promotional videos for the team.

5. Grace made a cameo appearance as himself in the film “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001), where he humorously portrayed an exaggerated version of himself.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Topher Grace

1. “I don’t want to do anything that I’m not passionate about.”

2. “I think that people who are famous tend to be underdeveloped in their humanity skills.”

3. “I’m not one of those actors who needs to feel like I’m the most important person in the room.”

4. “The only time I get recognized is when I go to baseball games.”

5. “I think people are really surprised when they meet me and realize I can be a bit of a goofball.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Topher Grace is estimated to be around $14 million.

Children

Topher Grace and his wife, Ashley Hinshaw, have two children. Their first child, a daughter named Mabel Jane Grace, was born in November 2017. They welcomed their second child in 2020, though they have kept details about the child private.