Nathan Fillion is a Canadian-American actor known for roles in Firefly, Castle, and The Rookie. He has appeared in films like Slither and Trucker, as well as TV shows like One Life to Live and Two Guys and a Girl. Additionally, Fillion has provided his voice in video games such as Halo and Destiny, along with the animated series M.O.D.O.K.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Nathan Christopher Fillion |
| Date of Birth | March 27, 1971 |
| Place of Birth | Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian-American |
| Spouse | None |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Actor, Producer |
| Net Worth | $20 million |
Early Life and Education
Nathan Fillion was born on March 27, 1971, in Edmonton, Alberta. He is the younger of two sons of retired English teachers Robert “Bob” Fillion and June “Cookie” Early. Fillion’s father’s family was part of the Quebec diaspora in Fall River, Massachusetts, while his mother had Norwegian and Finnish ancestry.
Fillion was raised in Edmonton’s Mill Woods neighborhood and attended Holy Trinity Catholic High School, Concordia University College of Alberta, and the University of Alberta.
He was a member of the Kappa Alpha Society during his time at the University of Alberta. Fillion became a U.S. citizen in 1997.
Career
In 1994, Fillion moved to New York City, where he starred in the soap opera One Life to Live as Joey Buchanan. He was later cast in the sitcom Two Guys, a Girl, and a Pizza Place and Steven Spielberg’s Saving Private Ryan.
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Fillion gained recognition for his role as Captain Malcolm Reynolds in the TV series Firefly, which continued in the film Serenity. He has also appeared in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, King of the Hill, and voiced characters in various animated and video game projects.
Additionally, Fillion has been in films such as Waitress and Slither. Fillion joined the cast of Desperate Housewives in 2007 and has done voice work in the Halo video game series.
In March 2009, Nathan Fillion starred as Richard Castle in the ABC series Castle, earning a Satellite Award nomination in 2009. The show ended in 2016. Fillion also appeared in various web series, such as Husbands and The Daly Show, and in the video game Destiny.
He worked with Alan Tudyk on the web series Con Man from 2015 to 2016. In 2017, Fillion was cast in Santa Clarita Diet and A Series of Unfortunate Events, and in 2018, he starred in The Rookie. Fillion also made a popular live-action short film based on the video game Uncharted with director Allan Ungar in July 2018.
Following his television success, Nathan Fillion transitioned to film roles, notably appearing in James Gunn’s superhero movies. He played supporting characters like T.D.K. in The Suicide Squad and Master Karja in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Fillion has been cast as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in Gunn’s DCU project, and he is set to star opposite Elizabeth Banks in the upcoming film Skincare.
Personal Life
Nathan Fillion, born on March 27, 1971, is a Canadian-American actor famous for his roles in Firefly, Castle, and The Rookie. He has never been married and is reportedly single.
Fillion has been engaged three times to Vanessa Marcil in 1996, Mikaela Hoover in 2013, and Christina Ochoa in 2014, but none resulted in marriage.
He has no children and has been in past relationships with actresses Krista Allen and Perrey Reeves. Fillion values mutual attraction and commitment in his relationships.
Nathan Fillion Net Worth
As of 2024, Nathan Fillion’s net worth is $20 million, largely attributed to his prosperous acting career. He earned a substantial salary of $100,000 per episode for his role in Castle and continues to earn from his current show, The Rookie.
Fillion has also generated substantial income through voice acting in video games and serving as an executive producer on his projects.
Filmography
Nathan Fillion’s filmography includes a diverse range of roles across film and television. Here are some highlights:
Film
- Saving Private Ryan (1998) – Pvt. James Frederick “Minnesota” Ryan
- Dracula 2000 (2000) – Father David
- Serenity (2005) – Malcolm “Mal” Reynolds
- Monsters University (2013) – Johnny Worthington III (voice)
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) – Blue Alien Prisoner (cameo)
- The Death of Superman (2018) – Hal Jordan/Green Lantern (voice)
Television
- One Life to Live (1994–1997, 2007) – Joey Buchanan
- Firefly (2002) – Captain Malcolm Reynolds
- Castle (2009–2016) – Richard Castle
- The Rookie (2018–present) – John Nolan
Voice Work
- Justice League: Emerald Knights (2011) – Hal Jordan/Green Lantern (voice)
- Wonder Woman (2009) – Steve Trevor (voice)
This list showcases Fillion’s versatility and enduring popularity in the entertainment industry.
Awards and Nominations
Nathan Fillion has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. Here are some notable highlights:
Awards
- People’s Choice Awards: 4 wins for Favorite Crime Drama TV Actor (Castle, 2015, 2016) and Favorite Dramatic TV Actor (2013).
- TV Guide Awards: 4 wins, including Favorite Actor (2014) and Favorite TV Couple (shared with Stana Katic, multiple years).
- SFX Awards: Best Actor (2005) for Serenity.
- Cinescape Genre Face of the Future Award (2003) for Firefly.
Nominations
- Daytime Emmy Awards: Nominated for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series (1996).
- Satellite Awards: Nominated for Best Actor in a Series, Drama (2009).
- Screen Actors Guild Awards: Nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (2008).
Overall, Fillion has achieved 13 wins and 21 nominations across various award platforms.
