Jennifer Garner's Full Biography
Jennifer Garner is a Hollywood sweetheart known for her capacity as an actress and her down-to-earth personality. With her captivating performances in both comedic and dramatic roles, Garner has established herself as one of the most talented and beloved actresses of her generation.
From her breakout role in the hit television series Alias to her memorable performances in films like Juno and Dallas Buyers Club, Garner continues to captivate audiences with her undeniable talent and charm.
Jennifer Garner's Early Life/Education
Jennifer Anne Garner was born on April 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas, USA. She is the second of three daughters born to Patricia Ann Garner and William John Garner. Her father worked as a chemical engineer, and her mother was an English teacher. Jennifer's family moved to Charleston, West Virginia, where she grew up.
Garner attended George Washington High School in Charleston. She was an avid ballet dancer during her youth and continued to dance throughout high school.
After graduating in 1990, she enrolled at Denison University in Ohio, where she pursued a degree in chemistry.
However, her passion for acting led her to switch her major to drama. She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater in 1994.
Jennifer Garner's Career
Jennifer Garner moved to New York City to pursue an acting career. In the late 1990s, she began getting small roles in television shows such as Law & Order, Spin City, and Felicity.
Her breakout role came in 2001, when she was cast as CIA agent Sydney Bristow in the popular TV series Alias. Her performance in the show earned critical acclaim and brought her widespread recognition.
Jennifer Garner has had an extensive film career; in the year 2000, she debuted on the big screen in Dude, Where's My Car?, in which she had a small supporting role. In 2001, however, she got a bigger supporting role in the movie Pearl Harbor. She also met her future ex-husband, Ben Affleck, at this time, as he was the lead in the movie.
In Catch Me If You Can (2002), Jennifer Garner played another smaller role opposite Leonardo DiCaprio. In 2003, she teamed up with Ben Affleck again in the superhero movie Daredevil, where she played the role of Elektra Natchios.
13 Going on 30 (2004) was Jennifer Garner's first leading role. She played the character of Jenna Rink, a 13-year-old girl who magically transforms into her 30-year-old self overnight.
Garner's performance in this film showcased her ability as an actress, as she effortlessly portrayed both the innocence and naivety of a teenager and the confidence and maturity of an adult.
Jennifer Garner's portrayal of Elektra in the 2005 film Daredevil garnered attention, leading to her taking on the lead role in the standalone movie Elektra.
Following this, Garner starred in diverse films such as The Kingdom and Juno, both released in 2007.
Garner's range as an actress was evident as she seamlessly transitioned between various genres and roles. In The Odd Life of Timothy Green (2012), she portrayed a loving mother grappling with the miraculous arrival of a child.
Her performance in Dallas Buyers Club (2013) garnered critical acclaim, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
The following year, Garner showcased her talent in the sports drama Draft Day (2014), where she played the role of a determined executive in the high-stakes world of professional football.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014) was another notable film in Garner's career, as she portrayed the optimistic and supportive mother of a family going through a series of unfortunate events.
Garner had a memorable performance in the action thriller Peppermint (2018), as well, where she played a vengeful mother seeking justice for her family's tragic deaths.
Then came the 2021 Netflix movie Yes Day. It is a fun and uplifting movie about a family who decides to have a day where the parents say "yes" to everything their kids ask for. The movie showcases the challenges and adventures they face throughout the day, leading to hilarious and heartwarming moments.
Jennifer Garner's Business Ventures
Neutrogena and Capital One both use Jennifer Garner as their spokespersons. In addition to that, she is a co-founder of the organic baby food company called Once Upon A Farm.
Jennifer Garner's Personal Life
Personal Life: Jennifer Garner married actor Scott Foley in 2000, but they divorced in 2004. In 2005, she began dating actor Ben Affleck, and they got married the same year.
The couple has three children together: two daughters, Violet Anne Affleck and Seraphina Rose Elizabeth Affleck, and one son, Samuel Garner Affleck. Jennifer and Ben announced their separation in 2015 and officially filed for divorce in 2017.
Jennifer Garner's Net Worth
Jennifer Garner's net worth is an impressive $80 million, thanks to her successful acting career. In the early days of her career, she earned around $45,000 per episode for her role in Alias, which added up to a respectable $1 million for the entire season consisting of 22 episodes.
As the show gained popularity, Garner's salary reached its peak at $150,000 per episode, totaling a whopping $3.3 million for the season.
Jennifer's talent and hard work paid off even more when she received a remarkable $3 million salary for her role in 13 Going on 30 in 2004. Clearly, she has made significant strides in terms of her earnings.
Jennifer Garner's Activism
Jennifer Garner is involved in several charitable causes and is an ambassador for the charity organization Save the Children.
She is also an advocate for early childhood education and has worked with various organizations to promote children's well-being and education.
