Jeff Daniels is a well-known American actor, musician, and writer. Over the course of his career, Jeff Daniels has managed to accumulate a net worth of $45 million. He has created his wealth through his commitment in different projects. For instance, he has been involved in over 80 films and television projects, all which have added to the success of his career.
Some of the popular projects that Jeff Daniels has been involved in include, “The Golden Age” (1984), “God of Carnage” (2009-2010), “Fifth of July,” and “Blackbird.” This post dives deeper into understanding everything about Jeff Daniels. Let’s get started!
Who is Jeff Daniels?
Jeff Daniels is an American male born on February 19, 1955. He was born in Athens, Georgia and his birth name is Jeffrey Warren Daniels. Jeff Daniels’ parents moved the family to Michigan when he was only 6 weeks old.
Jeff is the son of Marjorie and Bob and he has siblings, John and Jodi. Jeff and his siblings grew up in Chelsea in a Methodist household. His father owned a lumber company and used his earning to take care of his family.
Jeff’s father was also a town mayor during the early 1960s. Jeff enrolled at Central Michigan University and during his period at the institution, he participated in a theatre program. In 1976, Jeff participated in a Bicentennial Repertory program under the drama school at Eastern Michigan University.
Jeff Daniels’Career Life
Jeff started his career after he received an invitation from guest director Marshall W. Mason. He invited Jeff to appear in “Fifth of July” that got moved to Broadway in 1980. Through it, Jeff Daniels earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
Jeff Daniels also made his television debut in 1980 on an episode of “Hawaii Five-O.” He then made his film debut in 1981 in “Ragtime” where he played P.C O’Donnell. Jeff Daniels also appeared in 1985’s “The Purple Rose of Cairo.” Through it, he ended up earning a Golden Globe nomination.
In 1986, he appeared in “Something Wild” and it earned him a Golden Globe nomination. In the 90s, he worked on films such as ”Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael” and “Arachnophobia.” He also hosted “Saturday Night Live” in 1991.
In 1992, Jeff Daniels appeared in the “Timescape” science-fiction film among other films. In 1994, he appeared in “Speed” that went on to gross $350.4 million at the box office. He also co-starred in the comedy “Dumb and Dumber” with Jim Carrey and it went on to gross over $247.3 million.
Jeff Daniels Net Worth and Personal Life
Jeff Daniels is a father and a husband. He married Kathleen Rosemary Treado on July 13, 1979. The couple has three children. Nellie is their only daughter and she was born in 1990. Their two sons are Benjamin (1984) and Lucas (1987).
Through his career, Jeff Daniels has received several awards and nominations. He has achieved different career milestones which has contributed to his net worth of $45 million.
