Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum (b.1952) is an American actor and musician known for his charisma, improvisational style, and contributions to film and television. He starred in major box office hits, including Jurassic Park (1993) and Independence Day (1996,) cementing his Hollywood status.
Born in West Homestead, Pennsylvania, Goldblum studied acting in New York City under Sanford Meisner. He débuted in Death Wish (1974) and gained recognition with Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978,) The Big Chill (1983,) and The Fly (1986.) His performances are known for their quirky delivery and intellectual depth.
Beyond acting, Goldblum leads Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. His band released The Capitol Studios Sessions (2018) and I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (2019,) showcasing his passion for jazz.
Gene T. Davis’s Biography of Jeff Goldblum: The Life and Career of Jeff Goldblum (2023) offers an in-depth look at his Hollywood journey.
More: Wikipedia • READ: Works by Jeff Goldblum
Acting is nothing more or less than playing. The idea is to humanize life.
—Jeff Goldblum
Topics: Actors, Acting
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