Date of Birth: July 7, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Troy Garity, born Troy O’Donovan Hayden, is an acclaimed American actor best known for his roles in “Barbershop,” “Soldier’s Girl,” and the television series “Ballers.” Born into a family of actors, he is the son of Jane Fonda and Tom Hayden. Garity grew up surrounded by the entertainment industry but carved out his own unique path in Hollywood. He honed his acting skills at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and later joined the Academy Repertory Company, where he refined his craft. Over the years, Garity has been praised for his versatile acting skills and has received multiple award nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in “Soldier’s Girl.”
5 Interesting Facts about Troy Garity
1. Troy Garity is the son of actress and activist Jane Fonda and political activist Tom Hayden.
2. He was named after Viet Cong guerrilla leader Nguyen Van Troi.
3. Garity received a Golden Globe nomination for his role as transgender nightclub performer Calpernia Addams in “Soldier’s Girl” (2003).
4. He has appeared in both “Barbershop” and its sequels, where he played the memorable role of Isaac Rosenberg.
5. In addition to acting, Garity is also involved in humanitarian work and serves on the board of directors for the non-profit organization Peace Over Violence.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Troy Garity
1. “I think acting is a gift, and I feel blessed to be able to do it.”
2. “Growing up in a family of performers, I always knew that storytelling was something I wanted to do.”
3. “The roles that scare me the most are the ones that I usually end up loving the most.”
4. “I believe in using my platform to raise awareness and bring about social change.”
5. “It’s important to push boundaries and take on roles that challenge societal norms.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$10 million
Children
As of the latest information available, Troy Garity does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Troy Garity – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0307853/
2. [Troy Garity – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troy_Garity
3. [Troy Garity on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/troyogarity/
4. [Golden Globe Nomination for Soldier’s Girl](https://www.goldenglobes.com/person/troy-garity
5. [Peace Over Violence – Board of Directors](https://www.peaceoverviolence.org/board-of-directors
