Josh Hartnett

Josh Hartnett rose to fame in the late 1990s for his captivating performances in movies like "The Virgin Suicides" and "Black Hawk Down".

Movie Actor

July 21, 1978

Cancer

46

St. Paul, Minnesota

American actor Josh Hartnett rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s with notable performances in films like “The Faculty” (1998), “The Virgin Suicides” (1999), “O” (2001), “Black Hawk Down” (2001), “Pearl Harbor” (2001), and “Sin City” (2005). Despite being offered iconic superhero roles like Clark Kent/Superman, Hartnett opted against long-term commitments, prioritizing diverse projects.

Beyond his film career, Hartnett ventured into television, starring in acclaimed series such as “Cracker” (2001), “Penny Dreadful” (2014-2016), and “The Oath” (2018). His talent has been recognized with accolades including a Teen Choice Award, a Saturn Award, and a Golden Globe nomination.

Off-screen, Hartnett is dedicated to environmental causes and animal rights activism, actively supporting organizations like the Sierra Club and Greenpeace. He’s also a licensed pilot and an avid sports fan, particularly of Minnesota’s local teams.

In his personal life, Hartnett has been in a long-term relationship with actress Tamsin Egerton since 2012, and they share three children together.