A likable, boyish-looking actor with thick eyebrows and a friendly smile, Justin Long is a native of Connecticut. He grew up in Fairfield, the second of three sons. His father, R. James Long, is a Professor of Philosophy at Fairfield University and his mother, Wendy Long, is a Broadway actress. He attended Fairfield Prep, and after graduating, he attended Vassar College. He first really showed his promise as a member of the comedy troupe "LaughingStock." His performing talent garnered favorable notices and he won roles in some independent productions, notably Galaxy Quest. However, he refused to act full time until after he graduated, which he did in 2000. He first gained notice when he played the nervous teenager Warren Cheswick in the TV series Ed. The following year, he starred in the offbeat horror film Jeepers Creepers. The film, with its surprise ending, was a major hit on the horror circuit and raised his profile. He played the boyfriend of Britney Spears in Crossroads, and won a supporting role in the Vince Vaughn comedy Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story. He had high-profile roles in some offbeat independent films, most notably Raising Genius and Waiting..., and scored commercial success again when he played Lindsay Lohan's boyfriend in Herbie Fully Loaded. He continues to win acclaim and fans. He is private about his personal life and does not make a point of attending nightclubs and parties.

In addition to his film appearances, he is a spokesman for the Apple Mac computers, appearing with John Hodgman in its commercials.


Attended Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York. His senior year at Fairfield Prep, Justin received the "Most likely not to be seen in class" superlative. His father, R. James Long, teaches philosophy at Fairfield University. Has an older brother, Damien Long, and a younger brother, Christian Long, both of whom are actors. Has one dog named, Moose. Was ranked #25 on Entertainment Weekly's '30 Under 30' the actors list. (2008). Former boyfriend of Ginnifer Goodwin. Boyfriend Of Drew Barrymore.