Jonah Hill is an American actor, producer and writer.
He was born and raised in Los Angeles and is known for his comedic roles in films such as Superbad, Knocked Up and Get Him to the Greek.
Hill began writing and performing in plays while studying drama at The New School in New York.
He managed to get himself introduced to Dustin Hoffman, through whom he got an audition for his first film role in I Heart Huckabees.
A succession of increasingly high-profile film and TV parts followed until he eventually landed one of the starring roles in the teen hit, Superbad.
Hill has also expanded his creative scope to include writing, directing and producing. He has been nominated for two Academy Awards for his work in Moneyball and The Wolf of Wall Street.
Age, height and weight
Hill is currently 39 years old.
His height varies between reports but is typically listed as either 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) or 5 feet 6.25 inches (168 cm).
Hill’s weight is around 192 lbs (87 kg).
Ethnicity and nationality
Hill is an American actor of Russian Jewish, Austrian Jewish and Ukrainian Jewish descent.
He was raised in a Jewish family but has described himself as “not super religious” and “not all that religious” in various interviews.
Parents and siblings
Hill’s parents are Sharon Lyn Chalkin and Richard Feldstein, both of Jewish descent.
His father, Richard, works as a tour accountant for Guns N’ Roses, and his mother, Sharon, is a fashion designer and costume stylist.
He has two siblings, music manager Jordan Feldstein, who passed away in 2017, and actress Beanie Feldstein.
Wife and children
Hill does not have a spouse; however, he is a father.
He welcomed his first child with his girlfriend, Olivia Millar, in June 2022. There is no mention of previous marriages or additional children.
Prior to his relationship with Olivia Millar, Hill was engaged to Gianna Santos, but they separated in 2020.
Jonah Hill career
Hill rose to fame with his breakout performance in the comedy film, Superbad.
Born in Los Angeles, Hill is the son of Sharon Feldstein (née Chalkin), a fashion designer and costume stylist, and Richard Feldstein, a tour accountant for Guns N’ Roses.
Growing up, Hill attended Crossroads School in Santa Monica before moving to The New School in New York City to study drama.
During this period, he wrote and performed in plays, ultimately landing his first major film role in I Heart Huckabees thanks to an introduction from Dustin Hoffman.
Hill continued to land prominent roles in films and television series, becoming a household name.
Notable projects include Knocked Up, Get Him to the Greek, 21 Jump Street and Wolf of Wall Street.
Alongside acting, Hill has written and produced several films, further diversifying his career.
He has received critical acclaim and nominations for prestigious awards, including two Academy Award nods for his performances in Moneyball, The Wolf of Wall Street.
Aside from his professional achievements, Hill has also established a presence in the fashion industry with his streetwear brand Meaningful Existence.
This venture has contributed to his substantial net worth, along with earnings from acting, screenwriting, and producing.
Despite facing personal challenges and controversies, Hill remains a respected figure within the entertainment industry.
Net worth
Hill’s net worth is estimated to be $80 million.
His wealth primarily derives from his acting, producing, and screenwriting careers.
Some of his highest-grossing films include The Wolf of Wall Street, 21 Jump Street and War Dogs.
Additionally, he has earned income from endorsements, merchandise sales, and real estate investments.