Biography
Justin Chatwin
Justin Chatwin is a Canadian actor famous for his role in the series Shameless, as well as Robbie Ferrier in the film War of the Worlds. He made his debut in the musical comedy Josie. He made his film debut in a minor role in the musical comedy Josie and the Pussycats (2001).
| Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Birth Name | Justin Chatwin |
| Born | October 31, 1982 |
| Age | 38 yrs |
| Mother | Suzanne Chatwin |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Height | 5 feet 11 inches |
| Weight | 76 kgs |
| Wife | Single |
| Children | None |
| Net Worth | $2 million |
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Bio
Justin Chatwin was born in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada on October 31, 1982. Only 8 months, 29 days, 7 hours, 22 minutes has left for his next birthday. His father, Brian Chatwin was an engineer, and his mother, Suzanne was an artist. He has a sister named Brianna. His late grandfather was of French-Canadian ancestry. Justin and Brianna’s parents got divorced in 2010.
After completing high school, Justin started to trace his father’s footsteps. He began to study engineering at the University of British Columbia, but after one week he switched to commerce. Justin dropped out after one semester. He never made great friends during his big school. He just had acquaintances that’s why he says he never fitted in high school.
Career
Justin Chatwin debuted in the media industry at the age of 19, his film debut being in the musical comedy Josie and the Pussycats in 2001. After his first movie, he very soon put his steps as John Spencer in the two-part miniseries Christy, Choices of the Heart.
Movies
Some of Justin Chatwin’s movies didn’t really pay him back. He did a supporting role in two unsuccessful movies like Taking Lives and Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2. They are often regarded as one of the worst films of all time. Furthermore, he gained good recognition among people for his role as Tyler McKay in the miniseries Traffic and took a supporting role opposite Kate Mara in The WB pilot Prodigy. It was about a young girl, played by Mara, who hides her musical talents from her family, which is busy focusing their attention on her younger brother’s prodigy.
Without a doubt, he is one of the most versatile and clean actors and this was really proved when he was chosen out of several young actors to play Tom Cruise’s rebellious adolescent son in the movie War of the Worlds (2005), based on the 1898 novel by H.G. Wells. He worked with Dakota Fanning, Tom Cruise, Miranda Otto, and Tim Robbins. This movie was commercially very successful and garnered generally favorable reviews.
As mentioned he is a versatile actor, he had a guest appearance as the undercover cop Eddie Colburn in the ABC drama series Lost. At the same time, he got connected to star in and produce a film adaptation of Michael Turner’s novel The Pornographer’s Poem (1999), which was set to be directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik.
Broadway and Plays
Justin Chatwin made his off-Broadway debut in Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s play Dark Matters at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater. Directed by Trip Cullman, the story centers on the dysfunctional Cleary family, whose limits are pushed even further when the mother goes missing and suddenly reappears, talking about strange visions and extraterrestrial life.
He starred in a play as Jeremy, the eccentric, but intelligent 16-year-old son of Michael (Reed Birney) and Bridget (Elizabeth Marvel).
The play lasted from November 10 to December 22. He teamed up with Jamie Wollrab for Adam Rapp’s three-person play Red Light Winter at the Dairy Arts Center, during the Boulder International Fringe Festival.
Tv Shows
Justin Chatwin was part of so many Tv shows. Chatwin plays scientist Erik Wallace in the ongoing Tv show Another Life. He acted the Showtime pilot Shameless, starring opposite William H. Macy and Emmy Rossum. He also starred as a young detective who hunts down a rare breed of flesh-eating criminals in the TNT pilot Breed (2015).
Wife
Justin Chatwin had been in a relationship with Molly Sims. Then, he dated fallen actress Addison Timlin in 2010. As of 2021, he is currently single.
Personal details
Justin Chatwin is an advocate of a nomadic lifestyle. He still resides in Los Angeles, California, although he has considered moving many times in the past. He is always shy to ask anything and put his views. Justin is extremely passionate about sports. He used to snowboard when he lived in Canada, during his high school years.
Physcial Stats
Talking about his charming looks, he has beautiful green eyes. His sunshine is Scorpio and is slim. Justin weighs about 76 kg and stands 5 feet 11 inches tall. He is 38 years. A fair boy with thick bread will be a perfect quotation for his looks.
Justin Chatwin is active on Instagram as @justingchatwin. The actor has an active following of 300k on Instagram. He doesn’t have other official social media accounts.
Net worth
Justin Chatwin has a net worth of $2 million. Acting and singing are his major income sources. Surely, he has a long way to go.
