Jonathan Taylor Thomas is a well-known American actor and filmmaker, who gained popularity for his roles in Home Improvement, The Lion King (1994), and The Adventures of Pinocchio. He voiced the character of young Simba in the original version of The Lion King. In this article, we will focus on Jonathan Taylor Thomas’s personal life and career achievements.
Quick Bio
Jonathan Taylor Thomas was born on September 8, 1981, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S. He is the second son of his parents, Claudine and Stephen Weiss. He has a brother named Joel Thomas Weiss. His mother is a personal manager and social worker, while his father works as an industrial sales manager. Jonathan Taylor Thomas’s net worth is estimated to be $16 million.
Career Achievements
Jonathan Taylor Thomas made his debut on television in The Bradys (1990), playing the role of Kevin Brady, Greg Brady’s son. He acted as Randy Taylor in the ABC sitcom Home Improvement from 1991 to 1998, which earned him fame. He took a break from acting to focus on his education.
As a voice artist, he voiced the characters in The Lion King and Thru the Moebius Strip. He also lent his voice for The Adventures of Spot and The Simpsons. He voiced video games like The Adventures of Pinocchio and Kingdom Hearts II.
Jonathan Taylor Thomas starred in several other films such as Wild America, Common Ground, Disney’s Man of the House, I’ll Be Home for Christmas, and Tom and Huck.
After his hiatus from Hollywood, Jonathan Taylor Thomas explored his directing talent, and he directed a short film titled The Extra in 2016. He made a guest appearance on the show Last Man Standing in 2013, which he also directed.
Conclusion
Jonathan Taylor Thomas has had a successful career as an actor and filmmaker. He gained popularity for his roles in Home Improvement, The Lion King (1994), and The Adventures of Pinocchio. Although his personal life is private, his career achievements speak for themselves. Jonathan Taylor Thomas continues to explore his directing talent, and fans look forward to his future ventures.