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Brendan Fraser Biography
The son of a Canadian travel executive who frequently moved his family, Brendan can claim affinity with Ottawa, Indianapolis, Detroit, Seattle, London and Rome. His early exposure to theatre, particularly in London, led him to Seattle's Cornish Institute. After graduation he found a minor role as Sailor #1 in River Phoenix's Dogfight, then somewhat more substantial roles in Encino Man and School Ties. He expresses a preference for playing "fish out of water" men. Five more years of supporting work led finally to the title role in George of the Jungle, a role which fully utilized his charm and beefy good looks, as well as offering him a chance to show off his comic talents. He describes this role as the one which dramatically altered his career. Critical raves for his role in Gods and Monsters pointed to yet another dimension to his dramatic persona.
Salary
The Mummy Returns (2001): $12,500,000
Bedazzled (2000): $10,000,000
Dudley Do-Right (1999): $4,000,000
The Mummy (1999): $4,000,000

Trivia
Raised in Holland, Switzerland, and Canada educated at Upper Canada College in Toronto, the Actors' Conservatory, Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle
Engaged to Afton Smith, his girlfriend of four years. [October 1997]
Chosen by People Magazine as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world. [1998]
Whenever appearing in a Pauly Shore movie, he uses the character name 'Link'.
Born on the same day (December 3rd) as his wife Afton Smith.
Has dual citizenship: American and Canadian.
Speaks French fluently.
His and Afton's wedding was held in the garden at the Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles.
He welcomed first child son Griffin Arthur on September 17, 2002.
While filming Looney Tunes: Back in Action, was terrified at having to hit Bill Goldberg. Goldberg constantly told him to go ahead and do it, telling him, "It's what I do for a living."
Attended Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, Washington.
Second child, son Holden Fletcher, b. 16 August 2004
Is an aspiring photographer.
Has recorded more than a few plays for broadcast on the radio, including works by Tennessee Williams and Eugene O'Neill.
He has three older brothers.
Has developed a reputation for being extremely approachable and friendly to fans who meet him on the streets.
Fraser was in consideration to play Superman when Brett Ratner was still attached to the film.
Was considered for the role of Dr. Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic in Fantastic Four (2005).
Was set to play the role of Dr. Steve/Eddie in The Wedding Planner, but scheduling conflicts with filming Bedazzled prevented him.
The son of a Canadian travel executive. Among the places he lived in his younger days include Cincinnati, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Ottawa, Canada; and Holland.
Wife Afton gave birth to their third child and third son, Leland, on May 2nd, 2006 in Los Angeles.
Is Ambidexterous, as seen in movies like Monkeybone.
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