Matthew Broderick Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Wife, Films, Awards

Matthew Broderick is an American actor known for his film, television, and theater roles.  

He gained fame with Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) and voiced adult Simba in The Lion King (1994).

Profile

• Full Name: Matthew Broderick
• Stage Name: Matthew Broderick
• Born: March 21, 1962
• Age: 62 years old
• Birthplace: New York City, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
• Parents: James Broderick (father), Patricia Broderick (mother)
• Siblings: Janet Broderick Kraft, Martha Broderick
• Spouse: Sarah Jessica Parker
• Children: James Wilkie Broderick, Marion Loretta Elwell, Tabitha Hodge
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $200 million

Early Life and Education

Matthew Broderick was born on March 21, 1962, in New York City, United States. He is 62 years old as of 2025. He was born to James Broderick, an actor, and Patricia Broderick (née Biow), a playwright and painter.

He is of mixed ethnicity, with his father having Irish and English ancestry and his mother of Jewish descent. Raised in a creative household, Broderick developed an early interest in acting. He has two siblings: Janet Broderick Kraft, Martha Broderick

He attended Walden School, a private institution in Manhattan, where he was actively involved in theater. He later trained in acting at the HB Studio in New York City, where he refined his skills under renowned teachers like Uta Hagen.

Career

Matthew Broderick began his acting career in theater, making his breakthrough in Torch Song Trilogy (1981). He gained further recognition for his role in Brighton Beach Memoirs (1983), which earned him a Tony Award. His success on Broadway led to a flourishing film career, with his breakout role in WarGames (1983).

He became a household name with Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986), a cult classic that solidified his status as a leading actor. Broderick continued to impress in films like Glory (1989), The Freshman (1990), and The Lion King (1994), where he voiced adult Simba.

He also starred in Godzilla (1998) and Inspector Gadget (1999). Broderick returned to Broadway with How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1995), winning another Tony Award.

He later starred in The Producers (2001) on stage and in the 2005 film adaptation. His career has remained strong with roles in Tower Heist (2011), Rules Don’t Apply (2016), and the Broadway revival of Plaza Suite alongside his wife, Sarah Jessica Parker.

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards:

• Best Featured Actor in a Play for “Brighton Beach Memoirs” (1983)
• Best Actor in a Musical for “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” (1995)

Other Honors:

• Inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2006)
• Inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame (2017)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @_matthewbroderick
• Twitter handle: @MrMBroderick

Personal Life

Matthew Broderick is married to actress Sarah Jessica Parker. They were married on May 19, 1997, and have three children.

Their first son, James Wilkie Broderick, was born on October 28, 2002. They later welcomed twin daughters, Marion Loretta Elwell Broderick and Tabitha Hodge Broderick, born via surrogate on June 22, 2009.

Broderick has largely kept his personal life private. Before his marriage to Parker, he had no widely known high-profile relationships. He stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm).

Filmography

• “Max Dugan Returns” (1983)
• “WarGames” (1983)
• “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986)
• “Glory” (1989)
• “The Freshman” (1990)
• “The Lion King” (1994) – the voice of adult Simba
• “The Cable Guy” (1996)
• “Godzilla” (1998)
• “Inspector Gadget” (1999)
• “You Can Count on Me” (2000)
• “The Producers” (2005)
• “Tower Heist” (2011)

Net Worth

Matthew Broderick’s estimated net Worth is $200 million. His wealth comes primarily from his successful acting career, which has spanned film, television, and theater.

In addition to acting, Broderick has made money through voice work, endorsements, and occasional directing roles. His long-running career in Hollywood and Broadway, combined with real estate investments alongside his wife, Sarah Jessica Parker, has contributed to his substantial net Worth.