Christian Slater is a well-renowned actor in Hollywood. With a career spanning several decades, he has also worked as a director and producer. He started acting when he was quite young. Coming from a family of actors, Slater has built a promising life with his dedication and passion for the entertainment industry. We will learn more about his net worth, age, parents, bio, and more.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Christian Michael Leonard Slater |
| Age | 55 Years Old (In 2024) |
| Date of Birth | August 18, 1969 |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S |
| Profession | Hollywood Actor and Producer |
| Educational Qualification | High School Education |
| Institute of Education | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School |
| Parents | Michael Hawkins and Mary Jo Slater |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Brittany Lopez |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5’9 feet (or 1.74 m) |
| Weight | 73 Kg (or 161 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Blue-Green |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Net Worth | $25 Million |
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About his looks
Christian Slater stands at an elegant height of 5’9” (1.74 meters) and maintains a well-balanced weight of 73 kg (161 lbs). His striking blue-green eyes exude a captivating depth, while his jet-black hair adds a touch of classic charm. As a white man, Slater’s distinguished appearance is further enhanced by his distinctive square face and notable eyebrows, which together lend him a unique and memorable presence.
Early Life and Education
Christian Slater was born in New York City on August 18, 1969. His father, Michael Hawkins (born Thomas Knight Slater), is an actor also known as Michael Gainsborough. His mother, Mary Jo Slater, is a former acting agent who transitioned her career and became a casting executive and producer. He has a maternal half-brother Ryan Slater, who is also an actor. Christian’s great-uncle Bill Slater was a well-known radio personality.
Christian attended the Dalton School, the Professional Children’s School, and the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts where he learned and mastered the art of acting.
Career
Christian Slater has appeared in numerous theaters, television shows, and films. He made his television debut at the age of 8 with ABC Soap Opera broadcast One Life to Live in 1977. He made his Broadway debut with a run on Ryan’s Hope, going on to appear in several Broadway shows till the early 1980s.
Christian made his film debut with The Legend of Billie Jean in 1985 which fell short of fame at the box office but Slater had a good start to his career. His next movie The Name of the Rose in 1986 proved to be a game-changer for him. He soon rose to fame and was featured in many films. At the age of 18, Christian was a tough competition in Hollywood. At this time, he played many dark characters in the movies such as Heathers, Pump Up the Volume, and more.
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Breakthrough Success
With the lead role of Will Scarlett in the huge-budget movie Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991), Christian Slater became one of the A-list stars of the 1990s. He continued to expand his genre of films and appeared in comedy, crime, and romantic movies. It was one of the pleasures for him to perform in Star Trek VI, as he was a Star Trek fan. Since 2000, Slater has appeared in numerous television series and played various roles in low-budget films too. He even worked as a voiceover artist for different characters and starred in hit series like USA Network Mr. Robot (Four Seasons, 2015-19).
As of the most recent works, Christian Slater voiced the lead character Rand Ridley in the animated sci-fi movie Inside Job. The show was canceled in Jan 2023. Currently, he is working on a television show The Spiderwick Chronicles.
Awards & Achievements
| Award | Category | Title | Year |
| MTV Movie Award | Most Desirable Man | Untamed Heart | 1993 |
| MTV Movie Award | Best Kiss (with Marisa Tomei) | Untamed Heart | 1993 |
| Slate Award | Best Male Performance | Very Bad Things | 2000 |
| Critics’ Choice Award | Alan J. Pakula Award | The Contender | 2001 |
| Hollywood Film Award | Ensemble of the Year | Bobby | 2006 |
| Critics’ Choice Television Award | Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | Mr. Robot | 2016 |
| Golden Globe Award | Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or Television Film | Mr. Robot | 2016 |
| Satellite Award | Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film | Mr. Robot | 2016 |
Personal Life
Christian Slater has married twice. He married Ryan Haddon, the daughter of model Dayle Haddon in 2000. They already had a son Jadon Christopher who was born in 1999. After their marriage, they had a daughter Eliana Sophia born in 2001. Ryan was charged with some domestic legal issues against Christian in 2003. Eventually, they got separated in 2005 and divorced in 2007.
Christian started dating Brittany Lopez in 2010 and married her on December 2, 2013, in Florida. The couple has two children together – a daughter born in August 2019 and a son born recently in July 2024.
Philanthropic Efforts
Despite legal issues charged upon him, Slater supports several charities including 21st Century Leaders, Global Green, and Whatever It Takes. He appeared in an educational video to raise AIDS awareness through Nelson Mandela’s 46664 charity. He has also promoted humanitarian work in South Africa.
In May 2009, Slater visited wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Army Medical Center for the USO. On December 10, 2009, he helped with an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The episode aired on March 21, 2010.
Net Worth
Christian Slater’s net worth is estimated at $25 million, achieved through his diverse efforts in the entertainment industry. His income streams include acting in films, voice artistry, production, theater works, and more.
