Chris Pratt's Full Biography
Chris Pratt's rise from a small town in Minnesota to stardom in Hollywood shows how talented, determined, and good at connecting with people he is. From his early days as a small-time actor to his big break in Guardians of the Galaxy and beyond, Pratt has always won over fans with his likeable characters and genuine personality.
Even though there have been controversies and a lot of attention paid to him, he is still a popular figure in the entertainment industry and continues to entertain and inspire people all over the world. Chris Pratt's story shows that anyone can be successful as long as they don't give up and stay true to who they are.
Chris Pratt's Early Life and Education
Chris Pratt was born in Virginia, Minnesota, on June 21, 1979. Chris Pratt grew up in Lake Stevens, Washington, where he learned to love the outdoors and became interested in telling stories. His childhood was shaped by sports, especially wrestling, which he was very good at in high school.
Pratt's life changed in a big way, though, when he met someone by chance in Maui, Hawaii. Actress and director Rae Dawn Chong saw him waiting tables at a restaurant and asked him to be in her first short film, Cursed Part 3. This chance event made Pratt want to become an actor.
After high school, Pratt went to a community college in Washington for one semester before dropping out. He then moved to Maui, where he lived in a van and worked odd jobs while he tried to become an actor. During this time in his life, he had trouble with money and didn't know what would happen.
Chris Pratt's acting career in both TV and movies
Television-2000s
Chris Pratt got his start as an actor on TV in the early 2000s. He was in well-known shows like The Huntress, Everwood, and The O.C. He was able to learn about the business and gain experience through these small roles. But Pratt's talent didn't really show until he got the part of Andy Dwyer in the hit sitcom Parks and Recreation. His role as the likeable and funny character made him famous and cemented his place in the world of television acting.
Movie/Film- 2000s
Pratt's acting career started in 2000 with a small role in the short film Cursed Part 3, directed by Rae Dawn Chong. In the comedy film Strangers with Candy (2005), he portrayed the character of Brason.
In the 2008 film Wanted, Pratt played the role of Barry. This action-thriller movie starred Angelina Jolie and James McAvoy. And in the 2009 horror-comedy film Jennifer's Body, Pratt portrayed the character Roman Duda.
2010s
In the sports drama film Moneyball (2011), Chris Pratt portrayed Scott Hatteberg, a former catcher turned first baseman. That same year, he was in What's your number? In the following years, everywhere you looked, you saw Chris Pratt. The Five-Year Engagement (2012), Zero Dark Thirty (2012), Movie 43 (2013), Delivery Man (2013), and Her (2013), to name a few
In 2014, Guardians of the Galaxy was released. This Marvel Cinematic Universe film was a major breakthrough for Pratt. He portrayed Peter Quill, also known as Star-Lord, in a role that launched him to international stardom. He would go on to do Vol. 2 in 2017 and Vol. 3 in 2023. Star-Lord appeared in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame as well.
Another big franchise he starred in was Jurassic World (2015), Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018), and Jurassic World: Dominion (2022). Pratt starred as Owen Grady, a Velociraptor trainer, in these highly successful installments of the Jurassic Park franchise.
Chris Pratt was also in The Magnificent Seven (2016), Passengers (2016), The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, and the animated fantasy film Onward (2020), where he voiced the character Barley Lightfoot.
In the 2021 film The Tomorrow War, Chris Pratt played the role of Dan Forester, a high school teacher who is enlisted to join the battle against alien invaders in a future war. This science fiction action film showcases Pratt's character as he takes on the challenge of fighting against these extraterrestrial threats.
Most recently, he lent his voice to the hit movie Super Mario Brothers as Mario. Chris Pratt is certainly not slowing down anytime soon either.
Chris Pratt's personal business ventures
Outside of his acting career, Chris Pratt has ventured into various business endeavors, one of which was a podcast with his now-ex-wife, the fabulous Anna Faris. The podcast featured the couple giving advice on relationships and interviewing celebrity guests.
Pratt is also invested in Candytopia, an immersive candy-themed experience that features interactive art installations and sculptures made from candy.
Chris Pratt's Net Worth
Chris Pratt's net worth is estimated to be $100 million. To give you an idea of what he gets paid, in 2016–2017, Chris accumulated a total of $18 million from his acting career. The Jurassic Park franchise made him roughly $30 million, and while there are no exact figures on the Guardians franchise, for the third one he is reported to have made $25 million.
Chris Pratt's Personal Life
Pratt was married to actress Anna Faris from 2009 to 2018. The couple's relationship was often seen as one of Hollywood's most endearing. They share a son, Jack, born in 2012. Pratt and Faris announced their separation in 2017 and finalized their divorce in 2018.
In 2019, Chris Pratt married Katherine Schwarzenegger, the daughter of actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The couple has since welcomed daughters Lyla and Eloise.
Pratt is known for his outspoken Christian faith and often references his beliefs in interviews and on social media. His faith has played a significant role in his life and how he approaches his career and personal decisions.
Chris Pratt's activism and philanthropy
Chris Pratt has shown strong support for military veterans, Children's Hospital, mental health, and Freeding America.
Controversy involving Chris Pratt
In 2018, it was found that Chris Pratt cheated on his wife, Anna Faris, with Jennifer Lawrence, who is known for having quite a few affairs in Hollywood. At the time, he was filming with Jennifer Lawrence in Passengers.
