Last updated on: January 2, 2025
Jeff Bridges (born on December 4, 1949) is a legendary actor, producer, and singer. He is known for his versatility and iconic roles. Coming from an acting family, Jeff began his career as a child actor. His big break came in 1971 with The Last Picture Show, which earned him his first Oscar nomination.
Throughout the ’70s and ’80s, he starred in films like Thunderbolt and Lightfoot and TRON. In 1998, he became a cultural icon with his role as “The Dude” in The Big Lebowski, a character whose laid-back charm still resonates today.
Bridges won his first Academy Award for Crazy Heart (2009) and earned more nominations for his roles in True Grit (2010) and Hell or High Water (2016). He has a reputation as one of Hollywood’s finest actors.
As of January 2025, Jeff Bridges is 75 years and 1 months old, his estimated net worth is $75 million, and he stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm or 1.85 m) tall.
Bio / Wiki
Full Name
Jeffrey Leon Bridges
Nickname
Jeff, The Dude
Profession
Actor, Singer, Composer, Producer, Voiceover Artist
Career
Debut
Film
The Company She Keeps (1951)
TV Show
Sea-Hunt (1958-1960)
Best Known for
Jeff Bridges is best known for his iconic role as “The Dude” in The Big Lebowski (1998), a cult classic that highlights his laid-back persona. He also won an Oscar for Crazy Heart (2009) and starred in notable films like True Grit (2010) and Hell or High Water (2016)
Awards
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
December 4, 1949
Age
As of today, Nick is 75 years, 1 months, and 2 days old.
Zodiac sign
Sagittarius
Signature
Nationality
American
Birth Place
Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Residence
Santa Barbara, California, United States of America
School / College / University
Jeff Bridges graduated from University High School in Los Angeles in 1967. He then moved to New York City to study acting at the Herbert Berghof Studio. However, before becoming an actor, he also served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve from 1967 to 1975.
Religion
Buddhism
Jeff Bridges began practicing Buddhism around 2000 and uses meditation as part of his daily practice. Although he does not consider himself strictly a Zen Buddhist, he has learned from various spiritual philosophies. His spirituality is a blend of calmness, curiosity, and mindfulness – Buddhist practice and Christian upbringing.
Race / Ethnicity
English, smaller amounts of Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, Irish, Swiss-German, and German
Food Habits
Jeff Bridges’ diet is more healthy and nutritional, where his intake of food depends on the character he portrays. He wakes up in the morning to have a smoothie prepared by his wife, which is packed with spirulina, fruits, protein powder, and multivitamins. Lunchtime consists of salads with chicken or salmon. During Crazy Heart, for example, he eats ice cream to add weight to his body.
In terms of acting, Bridges tries to maintain a healthy diet of a lot of fruits, veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins and avoids processed foods.
Hobbies
He’s passionate about photography, starting on film sets in 1984, and has published two books of his behind-the-scenes shots. He also plays guitar and piano in his band, The Abiders, and has released music. On top of that, he enjoys painting.
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet: 6′ 1″
- In Centimeters: 185 cm
- In meters: 1.85 m
Weight
- In kilograms: 86 kg
- In Pounds: 190 lbs
Body Measurements
- Chest Size: 38 inches
- Biceps Size: 15 inches
- Waist Size: 30 inches
Shoe size
11 (US)
Eye color
Blue
Hair Color
Gray
Family
Wife
Susan Geston (1977–Present)
Father
Lloyd Vernet Bridges Jr.
Mother
Dorothy Louise Simpson
Siblings
Garrett Myles Bridges (Older Brother)
Garrett was born on June 14, 1948, but tragically passed away shortly after birth due to pneumonia.
Beau Bridges (Older Brother)
Beau Bridges was born on December 9, 1941, in Los Angeles. He is an actor, director, and voice artist. He was brought up in a family of actors. His father Lloyd Bridges and brother Jeff Bridges are both known personalities in Hollywood. Beau started acting at the age of six and pursued acting at UCLA and the University of Hawaii. He also served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve for eight years.
Beau has had a long career spanning more than six decades with notable performances in The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989), Stargate SG-1, and My Name Is Earl.
In his personal life, Beau has been twice married and has five children. With his first wife Juli, he has 2 sons named Jordan and Casey, and with his current wife Wendy, he has 2 sons and a daughter named Emily, Dylan, and Jeffery.
He stays close to his family and is very much in touch with his brother Jeff. He is also interested in environmental causes through the Wishtoyo Foundation.
Cindy Bridges (Younger Sister)
Lucinda “Cindy” Bridges was born on October 18, 1953, in Los Angeles to actors Lloyd and Dorothy Bridges and is the younger sister of Beau and Jeff Bridges. Raised in a family of creatives, she was encouraged to act early but pursued other interests, graduating with degrees in art and creative writing from UC Santa Barbara.
Although she has acted in some productions such as The Lloyd Bridges Show and Meeting Daddy, Lucinda is essentially a visual artist who enjoys family life.
Her first marriage was to Eric M. Jany in 1979, but they later divorced. with him, she has 1 son named Marcel Lloyd Jany. Later she married Mr Cunningham and with him, she had 2 sons named James and Tucker.
As she has three sons that she raised, she probably takes after her mother Dorothy, who was an exemplary homemaker.
Lucinda closely keeps in touch with her brothers and recalls the close, strong bonds of her own family and the creative influences in it.
Children
Isabelle Bridges (Daughter) (Born on August 6, 1981)
Isabelle Bridges, born on August 6, 1981, is the daughter of actor Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston.
She studied Psychology at Pepperdine University and then Transpersonal Psychology at John F. Kennedy University.
She is an Owner and Founder at Mom-ME Circle, empowerment coach, bestselling author, and mom who helps women balance motherhood with pursuing their dreams. Isabelle founded The Mother’s Empowerment Membership™, a community for moms, and co-wrote the children’s book Daddy Daughter Day with her dad, celebrating family bonds.
Married to Brandon Boesch (Physician at Highland Hospital) since 2007, Isabelle has two children: Grace and Benjamin. With her creative family, she finds a very strong connection with her sisters, Jessie and Hayley, while cherishing her roots in the inspiration of others.
Hayley Roselouise Bridges (Daughter) (Born on October 17, 1985)
Hayley Roselouise Bridges was born on October 17, 1985. She is the youngest child of Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston.
She Studied Master’s in Interior Architecture at UCLA. She is an interior designer and runs her own business, Hayley Bridges Design, where she transforms spaces with a style inspired by her family’s travels and cultural experiences.
Hayley is very close to her family and lives just outside of Santa Barbara near her parents. She was a constant in her dad’s fight with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, something Jeff appreciated very much. In 2022, she married Justin Shane (Financial Associate at Mercer Advisors) in a beautiful ceremony with Jeff walking her down the aisle. Together they have a daughter.
Hayley values her family and often shares glimpses of her design work and personal life, showing her love for creativity and connection.
Jessica Lily Bridges (Daughter) (Born on June 14, 1983)
Jessica Lily Bridges is the middle child of Jeff Bridges and Susan Geston, born on June 14, 1983. She is passionate about music and often performs with her dad, who shares a unique bond through their love for creating and listening to music. Her Instagram bio perfectly sums it up: “Music makes me feel the most alive.”
Growing up in a creative household, Jessica was exposed to her dad’s film sets, even sharing funny memories like visiting The Big Lebowski set as a kid. She cherishes her family deeply, often celebrating her father and their adventures together with heartfelt gestures.
Since 2017 she has been married to Kevin Rodriguez and together they are very happy.
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Married to Susan Geston
Marriage Date
June 5, 1977
Affairs or dating history
Candy Clark (1972—1973)
Susan Geston (1975—Present)
Favorite Things
- Favorite Role – Jeffrey ‘The Dude’ Lebowski in The Big Lebowski (1998)
- Some of His Movies – Citizen Kane (1941), American Heart (1992), Fearless (1993), Billy Budd (1962)
- Favorite City Outside California – Livingston, Montana
- Favorite Hotel – The Biltmore Hotel, Santa Barbara
- Retreat – The Sacred Space, Summerland, California
- Favorite Foreign Phrase – Ich bin ein Schauspieler
- Favorite Dry Fruit – Cashews
- Guilty Pleasure – Smoking cigars
- Favorite Activity to Unwind – Long walks and meditation
Net Worth 2025
$75 million
As of January 2025, it’s estimated that Jeff Bridges has a net worth of about $75 million. He has built a diversified income portfolio over his long career, mainly from acting, music, and endorsements. Below is a detailed breakdown of how he earns:
1. Acting Career
Acting is the main business of Jeff Bridges’ wealth, stretching over seven decades. He has since acted in a string of big-budget films, including The Big Lebowski, Iron Man, Crazy Heart, which won him an Oscar, and True Grit. According to various sources, he takes home millions for every movie and gets between $5 million and $10 million for certain parts. One such role was Iron Man, where he appeared in 2008, significantly boosting his net worth.
2. Television and Streaming
Apart from his on-screen life, Bridges also ventured into the screens by appearing on Hulu, The Old Man series in 2022. This is the best-received role that fetched him a considerable salary competitive enough for big shows.
3. Music Career
Bridges is a talented musician, performing and releasing albums such as Be Here Soon and Jeff Bridges. His music career, while not as lucrative as acting, brings steady income from album sales, live performances, and collaborations.
4. Endorsements and Voice Work
Bridges has raked in millions from endorsement contracts, such as his voiceover work for Hyundai commercials and promotional FX and other brands. Those ventures are said to amount to millions each year on his books.
5. Real Estate Investments
Bridges has invested well in real estate, owning a 19.5-acre Montecito estate that he sold in 2017 for $16 million. Such deals only demonstrate his ability to make wealth outside of entertainment.
6. Royalties and Syndication
As such, since his films, like The Big Lebowski, are enduringly popular, Jeff enjoys royalties from syndication, streaming, and DVD sales. His portrayal of “The Dude” has forever cemented his legacy and long-term income.
Social Media Profiles
Website
facebook.com/JeffBridgesOfficial