Ruby McKenzie
Picture charisma, a dose of good looks, and a sprinkling of talent, and you’ve got yourself a Jerry O’Connell. This American actor and also Television host, known for his charm and effervescence, is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
Early life and Nationality
Jerry O’Connell was born on February 17, 1974, in New York City, United States. As American as apple pie, Jerry’s knack for acting was evident from a tender age. It must’ve been the bright lights of the city that birthed his passion!
Date of Birth, Age and Zodiac
Born under the sign of Aquarius, Jerry celebrates his birthday on February 17. As of now, he is 49 years old. In Hollywood years, that’s barely hitting your prime!
Parents
Born to Linda, an art teacher, and Michael O’Connell, an advertising agency art director from the United Kingdom, Jerry might have got his creative spark from his parents. An art class or two might have also helped him shape those expressive eyebrows!. He may trace his roots back to Ireland, Italy, and Poland. Both of O’Connell’s grandparents were from the Irish provinces of Northern Ireland and County Cork. Charles S. Witkowski, his maternal grandpa, served as the 34th mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey. O’Connell and his younger brother, the actor Charlie O’Connell, grew up in New York City. He went to the Manhattan, New York, Professional Children’s School while he was a teen. From 1991 to 1994, he studied film at New York University.
Height and Weight
Towering at 6 feet 2 inches, Jerry commands attention. With a weight of about 83 kilograms, it’s safe to say that he’s in pretty good shape for someone whose job involves a lot of “sitting and waiting.”
Career
Jerry’s acting career has been as diverse as a New York deli menu, featuring everything from films, TV series to even voice acting. He shot to fame with the sci-fi series “Sliders” and has also starred in notable films like “Stand by Me” and “Kangaroo Jack.”
He co-starred with Jason Priestley in 1993’s Calendar Girl. After starring in the western TV drama The Ranger, the Cook, and a Hole in the Sky (1995), he was cast as “Frank Cushman” in the blockbuster picture Jerry Maguire (1996), starring opposite Tom Cruise. He went on to star in Scream 2 (1997), make a minor uncredited appearance in Can’t Hardly Wait (1998), and make appearances in various TV movies and the films Body Shots (1999) opposite Sean Patrick Flanery and Tara Reid.
In 2000, he co-starred alongside Gary Sinise and other actors in Brian De Palma’s Mission to Mars. Tomcats (2001), Buying the Cow (2002, 2003), Kangaroo Jack (2003, 2005), Yours, Mine, and Ours (2005), Man About Town (2006), and Room 6 (2006) are just a few of the films in which he has acted. He wed model/actress Rebecca Romijn in 2007, and the couple now has twin daughters.
Relationship and family
Jerry is happily married to the stunning actress Rebecca Romijn. They tied the knot in 2007. So far, they have twin daughters.
Jerry O’Connell’ wife and how they met
Rebecca Romijn, Jerry’s better half, is an accomplished actress and former model. Born on November 6, 1972, she’s best known for her role as Mystique in the “X-Men” film series and as Alexis Meade on the hit TV show “Ugly Betty.” Rebecca, with her timeless beauty and acting prowess, has graced both the big and small screens with aplomb. Just like Jerry, Rebecca is American, hailing from Berkeley, California. The couple met at a party in 2004, and the rest, as they say, is a beautiful history! She’s a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a successful actress. It’s no wonder Jerry feels like he hit the jackpot!
Children
The couple is blessed with twin daughters, Dolly Rebecca Rose and Charlie Tamara Tulip, who were born in 2008. With names as fancy as those, these girls are surely destined for Hollywood!
Net Worth
With a successful career spanning several decades, Jerry has a net worth estimated to be around $20 million. It seems like acting does pay, after all!
Hobbies
In his spare time, Jerry enjoys watching sports and spending time with his family. And we wouldn’t be surprised if rehearsing lines in front of the mirror also tops his list of hobbies!
Social Media Presence
Jerry is quite active on social media, where he shares snippets of his professional and personal life. His Instagram and Twitter accounts are a testament to his love for his family, his work, and his quirky sense of humor.
Source: Scopenew.com – Biography
