Profession: Actor
Biography: Aaron Edward Eckhart is an American actor known for his performances in a range of films, including Erin Brockovich (2000) and The Dark Knight (2008).
Born in California, Eckhart was the youngest of three brothers. After completing high school in Australia, he served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in France and Switzerland. Following his return, he pursued acting, earning a diploma via a professional education course, then achieving a Bachelor of Fine Arts in film from Brigham Young University in 1994.
Eckhart began his career with a debut in the film Godly Sorrow and had various stints in commercials and on television. His notable breakthrough emerged from his collaboration with filmmaker Neil LaBute, starting with In the Company of Men (1997), which earned him an Independent Spirit Award. His partnership with LaBute continued with roles in Your Friends & Neighbors (1998) and Nurse Betty (2000).
His portrayal of George in Erin Brockovich (2000) brought him wide recognition, and his performance as Nick Naylor in Thank You for Smoking (2006) earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Eckhart's role as Harvey Dent/Two-Face in Christopher Nolan's blockbuster The Dark Knight (2008) was a particular leap in his career.
Eckhart susbequently appeared in a variety of genres, including Towelhead (2008), Love Happens (2009), Rabbit Hole (2010), and action-packed films such as Battle: Los Angeles (2011) and Olympus Has Fallen (2013), returning for its sequel London Has Fallen (2016). He also dipped his toes into history in the film Midway (2019).
Off-screen, Eckhart's personal life is notable for his past engagement to actress Emily Cline and his relationship with Kristyn Osborn from the music group SHeDAISY.
Eckhart's contributions to the film industry have been recognized with several accolades, including an Independent Spirit Award and a Golden Globe nomination.
Born: March 12, 1968
Birthplace: Cupertino, California, USA
Age: 56 years old
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
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