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Chris Pratt

Date of Birth:June 21, 1979 (Age 46)
Place of Birth:Virginia, Minnesota, USA
Nationality:American
Net Worth:$100 million
Height:6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Education:Lake Stevens High School, Modesto Junior College (attended)
Marital Status:Married
Spouse:Katherine Schwarzenegger (m. 2019)
Children:Jack (b. 2012), Lyla Maria (b. 2020), Eloise Christina (b. 2022)
Parents:Daniel Clifton Pratt, Kathleen Louise Pratt
Siblings:Cully Pratt, Angie Pratt
Known For:Gardians of the Galaxy, Jurassic World, Parks and Recreation

Early Life & Education

Christopher Michael Pratt was born on June 21, 1979, in Virginia, Minnesota, and raised in Lake Stevens, Washington. After dropping out of junior college and working various jobs, he was discovered waiting tables in Maui. His break came in 2000 with a short film that led to TV roles and eventual fame.

Career

Television Breakthrough

  • Everwood (2002–2006) as Bright Abbott
  • The O.C. (2006–2007)
  • Parks and Recreation (2009–2015) as Andy Dwyer, earning critical praise

Blockbuster Stardom

  • Peter Quill / Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014–2023), Avengers films, grossing billions
  • Owen Grady in the Jurassic World series (2015–2022), accumulating over $3.9 billion
  • Other notable roles: Passengers (2016), The Magnificent Seven (2016), The Tomorrow War (2021), The Electric State (2025)

Voice Acting & Animated Work

  • Voiced Emmet in The Lego Movie series
  • Starred in Onward (2020), The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023), The Garfield Movie (2024)

Producer & Executive Roles

  • Founded Indivisible Productions in 2020
  • Executive producer on The Terminal List (2022)

Complete Works

Films

  • Cursed Part 3 (2000 short)
  • Everwood (TV)
  • The O.C. (TV)
  • Parks and Recreation (TV)
  • Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Vol. 2, Vol. 3
  • Avengers franchise
  • Jurassic World trilogy
  • Passengers (2016)
  • The Magnificent Seven (2016)
  • The Tomorrow War (2021)
  • The Electric State (2025)
  • Animated: The Lego Movie franchise, Onward, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, The Garfield Movie

TV & Series

  • Everwood (2002–2006)
  • The O.C. (2006–2007)
  • Parks and Recreation (2009–2015)
  • The Terminal List (2022, exec prod)

Voice / Animated

  • Roles in major animated blockbusters noted above

Net Worth, Real Estate & Endorsements

Estimated around $100 million (range $95–110M). Earnings from major franchise films range from $5M to $25M each, and Amazon series pay around $1.5M per episode. He owns a Pacific Palisades property ($15.6M) and has flipped former Hollywood Hills home. Brand deals include Samsung and Coca-Cola.

Awards & Recognition

  • Critically acclaimed for Parks and Recreation (Critics’ Choice nom);
  • Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame (2017)
  • Time 100 Most Influential (2015) & Forbes Celebrity 100 (2016)

Personal Life & Philanthropy

Married to Katherine Schwarzenegger since 2019; children: Jack (2012), Lyla (2020), Eloise (2022). Previously married to Anna Faris (2009–2018). Donated over $1M for eyeglasses for children, supported neonatal care, and co-founded Feed Thy Neighbor for food banks.

Trivia & Lesser-Known Facts

  • Discovered while working as a waiter in Hawaii
  • Lost ~60 lbs in six months to prepare for Guardians
  • Once homeless before acting career
  • Known for humorous, down-to-earth persona

Upcoming Projects

  • The Electric State (2025, Netflix)
  • Possible future MCU cameo
  • Continued production work via Indivisible Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Chris Pratt?

An American actor and producer famed for breakthrough TV role in Parks and Recreation and blockbuster leads in Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World.

How old is he?

46 years old (born June 21, 1979).

What is his net worth?

Estimated around $100 million as of 2025.

Who is his wife and how many kids does he have?

Married to author Katherine Schwarzenegger since 2019; they have three children including a son and two daughters.

What is his production venture?

He founded Indivisible Productions in 2020 and serves as executive producer on The Terminal List.