Matthew Broderick

Matthew Broderick: Biography in Details

Who is Matthew Broderick?

Matthew Broderick is an actor and singer who hails from America. He gained a lot of recognition and attention for his appearances films,  Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986), WarGames (1983), and Brighton Beach Memoirs (1983).

Astoundingly, his roles in Brighton Beach Memoirs and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1995) earned him two Tony Awards and one nomination.

What is the nationality of Matthew Broderick?

Matthew was born to Patricia (née Biow) with her husband James Broderick on March 21, 1962, in Manhattan, New York, the U.S. Both of his parents were involved in an acting career where her mother was a playwright.

Matthew Broderick spent his childhood in a decent situation along with two sisters, Janet Broderick Kraft, and Martha Broderick. Moreover, being born to a family involved in acting, it became no surprise for him to develop a keen interest in acting from a very young age.

Talking about his education, Matthew Broderick completed his earlier schooling at City and Country School in Manhattan. Later on, he completed his graduation from Walden School, where he participated in a strong drama program.

Matthew Broderick: Career, Salary, Net Worth 2024, and Awards:

Matthew Broderick started his career at age 17 in the play “On Valentine’s Day”. After an exceptional display of acting skills, he landed roles in the play Brighton Beach Memoirs and in the film Max Dugan Returns (1983).

In 1983, he got his major breakthrough as a role in the light comedy WarGames (1983).

Later on, Matthew Broderick appeared in successful films after establishing himself as a successful actor such as project X (1987) Addicted to Love (1997), Inspector Gadget (1999), Out on a Limb (1992) Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) The Night We Never Met (1993), The Road to Wellville (1994), The Cable Guy (1996) Election (1999).

Additionally, he landed a role in the popular film Godzilla (1998) and its two sequels later on.

Furthermore, he became a co-producer, director as well as an actor in the film written by his mother,  Infinity (1996). However, it was a flop failing to do well commercially and critically.

In 1999 he played the role of evil villain Claw children’s film Inspector Gadget (1999), co-starring with  Rupert Everett. Afterward, he returned to the musical Broadway, “The Producers”.

Moreover, Matthew Broderick released two albums, ‘No More Tears’ and ‘Ozmossis’ in 1991 and 1995 respectively. Eventually, the albums did pretty well. Later on, he made his appearance in a reality show, ‘The Osbournes’ airing on MTV in 2002. Recently, he sang the song  ‘Scream’ (2010).

The exceptional acting skills and talents he showcased in his career guaranteed him a lot of fame and popularity. His talents have always paid him handsome income and money over the years which has skyrocketed his net worth.

Thus, he is worth a staggering $200 Million as of now.

Matthew Broderick: Rumors, and Controversy

As a brilliant actor in Hollywood, his actions are always on the watch list of many. During his career, he has rarely been in rumors and controversy associated with him.

However, in 1985, Matthew Broderick got himself in a car accident while driving in Ireland with Jennifer Grey which instantly killed a woman and her daughter.

The controversy surfaced as the case was settled with a small fine to the family of the victims.

How tall is Matthew Broderick?

Matthew Broderick has a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.73m) and weighs 72.5 kg.

He has salt and pepper hair color and dark brown eye color. His body measurements, shoe size, and dress size are unknown.

Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Matthew Broderick is not active on any social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts. He does not use social media.

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