Life, Uh, Finds a Way” is probably one of the most memorable quotes in movie history. Jeff Goldblum’s trademark way of speaking resulted in a quote that is still being uttered to this day. Of course, Jurassic Park isn’t the only movie on this actor’s resume. Often dubbed an ‘American national treasure’, Jeff Goldblum has starred in the likes of Independence Day, The Grand Budapest Hotel, The Fly, and more. While he has never really been a ‘leading actor’, he fills the support role perfectly.
So, you’re here because you want to learn more about the legend of Jeff Goldblum, right? Tremendous! We’re going to share his height, age, and his weight here. If you want to know more, then you’ll be pleased to know that we’re going to wrap the whole thing up with some cool facts about Jeff.
How Tall is Jeff Goldblum?
You probably wouldn’t want to stand next to Jeff Goldblum if you’re on the shorter side of things. This man is one of the tallest working actors right now, coming in at a rather lofty 6 foot, 4 inches. He towers over pretty much everybody that he stars alongside, even in Independence Day with his co-star Will Smith. Will Smith is well known for being rather tall, but Jeff Goldblum’s height makes him seem tiny in comparison.
How Old is Jeff Goldblum?
Jeff Goldblum may be older than you think! Born on October 22, 1952, Jeff Goldblum is 70 years old. However, his career doesn’t show any signs of slowing down! So, don’t worry. Jeff Goldblum will be gracing both the big and the small screen for a long, long time to come.
How Much Does Jeff Goldblum Weigh?
Because Jeff Goldblum is on the taller side of things, he is certainly on the heavier side of things compared to his acting chums. He weighs almost 200lbs. Although, that weight is certainly well-distributed throughout his body.
So, did his weight surprise you? We know that he does have a reputation for being a tall, lanky nerd (which he totally is), but when you’re as tall as he is, you’re always going to be weighing more than the average person.
What Is Jeff Goldblum’s Net Worth?
Jeff Goldblum has starred in some of the biggest movie franchises in history, with Jurassic Park and Independence Day being his most notable roles. However, he has never really been the leading man in a movie. In recent years, a lot of his time has been spent working alongside Wes Anderson, who often directs large ensemble casts, so the pay is a bit on the lower side. Not to mention that Jeff Goldblum tends to be in the indie flicks rather than the big-budget spectaculars (his role in a Marvel movie aside).
So, Jeff Goldblum has a far, far lower net worth than you may expect. Estimates suggest that he has around $40 million. This may seem very high to the likes of you and I, but it is barely anything compared to some of the other big-name actors in the business, many of whom have a minimum net worth of $150-$200 million. Still, we doubt Jeff is complaining too much. He has had a good career, and he has always taken control of the roles that he selects. Even he can admit he probably isn’t leading man material.
Cool Facts About Jeff Goldblum
Jeff Goldblum has a bit of a reputation for being a ‘nerd’. We suppose his role in Independence Day as the geeky hacker who (spoiler alert) saved the world didn’t really help on that front. Although, this is certainly a title that Jeff has embraced. The man loves science, and he even had a show on Disney Plus (The World According to Jeff Goldblum) where he really lets his love of science and wonder shine through.
Acting runs in his family too. Jeff Goldblum’s dad is a doctor (he probably passed on the smart gene), but before he became a doctor, he wanted to be an actor. Although, he saw far more stability in the medical industry, which is fair enough. As soon as he heard that Jeff wanted to be an actor, he pushed him into the business. Surprisingly rare, to be honest. Most other parents probably would have actively discouraged their children from entering an unstable field. Still, thanks to Jeff Goldblum’s dad, we now have a proper legend in the acting business!
You know that trademark way of talking? The one where his lines are peppered with stuttering and ‘uhs’? Well, that was never the plan for Jeff. Before 1978, you won’t find him uttering any of those words in his movies. But, when Invasion of the Body Snatchers rolled around, he decided to shake things up a little bit. He now has one of the most recognizable ways of talking in the business.
He isn’t just a good actor either. He is a tremendous musician. If you live in LA, then you’ll probably find him playing jazz almost every week with his band ‘Mildred Snitzer Orchestra’. He has even let his musical talents shine through on TV, where you’ll sometimes find him jamming with top musicians on talk shows.
Finally, Jeff Goldblum may not even have ended up as famous as he is. Well, we would have had The Fly, but we certainly wouldn’t have had Independence Day and Jurassic Park. Steven Spielberg almost decided to cut every single appearance of Jeff Goldblum out of Jurassic Park, just to save a bit of time. We now know that this probably would have been as devastating as cutting the shark out of Jaws, or the alien out of ET. There is no Jurassic Park without Goldblum!
Final Thoughts
So, there you have it. A ton of information about the American national treasure, Jeff Goldblum. Now, go watch a couple of his movies. Not only can you gasp at his tremendous acting skills, but you can be in awe at how this rather tall guy towers over everybody in the scene.
