James Franco Age, Wiki and Bio

James Franco

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth19/04/1978
Age46 years
BirthplacePalo Alto, California, U.S.

Bio/Wiki

Real NameJames Edward Franco
NicknameTed, Teddy
Famous RoleSpiderman Series, Never Been Kissed, Pineapple Express, Milk

Physical Stats & More

Height178 cm (5'10")
Weight76 kg (167.5 lbs)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorDark Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolPalo Alto, California
College/UniversityUniversity of California, Los Angeles (B.A.), Columbia University, New York University, Brooklyn College, Warren Wilson College, Yale University (Ph.D. student), Rhode Island School of Design

Personal Life

Zodiac sign/Sun signAries
HometownCalifornia
ReligionNot specified
EthnicityPortuguese, Swedish, Jewish

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried
Affairs/Girlfriends
  • Marla Sokoloff (1999-2004)
  • Ahna O’Reilly (2006-2011)
  • Agyness Deyn (2011)
  • Ashley Hartman (2004-2005)
Wife/SpouseN/A
Current Relationship StatusSingle

Family

FatherDouglas Eugene "Doug" Franco (Ran a Silicon Valley Business)
MotherBetsy Lou (A writer and an occasional actress)
SiblingsTom (Artist), Dave (Davy, an Actor)

Career

Debut
TVPacific Blue (1997)
FilmNever Been Kissed (1999)
BroadwayOf Mice and Men (2014)
Major Controversies
  • Mistaken for a closeted homosexual due to supporting LGBT and choice of roles
  • Addressed accusations of being gay, emphasizing the complexity of identity
  • Advocating for a broader understanding of sexuality

Some Lesser Known Facts

Art of Elysium is supported by volunteers for charity work.
The organization offers courses on production and filmmaking.
Recognized for academic excellence as 'Math Whizz.'
Experienced legal troubles due to youthful misbehavior.
Initially pursued an English major before switching to acting.
To enhance chances for acting school, took acting lessons.
Displayed creativity while working at McDonald's.
First major audition was for a Pizza Hut commercial.
Immersed in character preparation to play James Dean.
Acquired various new skills for movie roles like boxing and horseback riding.
Received acclaim for his performance in '127 Hours.'
Authored the book series 'Palo Alto.'
Co-hosted the 2011 Academy Awards to a mixed reception.