Henry Thomas Biography: Spouse, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Movies, Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Awards

Henry Thomas is an accomplished American actor best known for his iconic role as Elliott Taylor in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

He began his acting career as a child, and his breakthrough performance in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), directed by Steven Spielberg, earned him critical acclaim and recognition.

His portrayal of Elliott remains a beloved part of film history, and it led to several award nominations, including a Young Artist Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Saturn Award nominations.

Profile

• Full Name: Henry Jackson Thomas Jr.
• Stage Name: Henry Thomas
• Born: September 9, 1971
• Age: 52 years old
• Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actor
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parents: Henry Jackson Thomas and Carolyn L. Thomas
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse:
  • Annalee Thomas (m. 2009)
  • Marie Zielcke (m. 2004–2007)
  • Kelly Hill (m. 2000–2002)
• Children: Hazel Thomas, Henry Thomas, Evelyn Thomas
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Henry Jackson Thomas Jr. was born on September 9, 1971, in San Antonio, Texas, to Henry Thomas Sr. and Carolyn Thomas. Little is known about his siblings, if any. He attended East Central High School and later pursued further studies at Blinn College. Henry is of white ethnicity and follows Christianity.

Career

Henry Thomas began acting at a young age, with his breakout role as Elliott Taylor in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial cementing his fame. The film was a global success and earned him various nominations and awards, including a Young Artist Award. The success of E.T. made Thomas a beloved child actor, and he continued to grow in his career.

In recent years, Thomas has collaborated frequently with filmmaker Mike Flanagan, appearing in several of his films and series such as Ouija: Origin of Evil, Gerald’s Game, Doctor Sleep, and the hit Netflix series The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor.

His work with Flanagan has solidified his position as a talented actor in the horror and thriller genres. He also starred in Midnight Mass and the recent miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher (2023).

In addition to acting, Thomas is also a musician and songwriter. In the 1990s, he wrote songs and played guitar for the San Antonio band The Blue Heelers, which released an album titled Twister. His music talents extended to collaborations on film soundtracks, including the 2003 film Honey Baby, for which he contributed several original songs.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @hjthomasjr

Personal Life

Henry Thomas has been married three times. His first marriage was to Kelly Hill in May 2000, which ended in divorce in 2002. He later married Marie Zielcke, a German actress, on May 10, 2004, and they had a daughter, Hazel Thomas.

Their marriage ended in 2007. In 2009, Thomas married his current wife, Annalee Fery, with whom he shares two children, Henry Thomas and Evelyn Thomas.

Filmography

• E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
• Fire in the Sky (1993)
• Cloak & Dagger (1984)
• Suicide Kings (1997)
• Legends of the Fall (1994)
• Gangs of New York (2002)
• 11:14 (2003)
• The Haunting of Hill House (2018)
• The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)
• Midnight Mass (2021)
• The Fall of the House of Usher (2023)

Net Worth

As of 2024, Henry Thomas has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million, earned from his extensive career in film and television. His continued success in the entertainment industry has made him a well-respected figure among fans and peers.