How old is Matthew Fox?

Matthew Fox is 59 years old (born July 14, 1966).

Is Matthew Fox still alive?

Yes, Matthew Fox is still alive as of 2026, aged 59.

Where is Matthew Fox from?

Matthew Fox is from Abington, Pennsylvania, USA, United States.

What generation is Matthew Fox?

Matthew Fox is a Generation X, born in 1966.

Matthew Fox

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Matthew Chandler Fox (born July 14, 1966) is an American actor and former model. His first major role was playing older brother and family patriarch Charlie Salinger on Party of Five in the 1990s, co-starring with Scott Wolf, Neve Campbell, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Lacey Chabert. He is also known for his role as Dr. Jack Shephard on the ABC drama series Lost.

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Born

Years in career41 years active

July 14th, 1966

Birthplace

Abington, Pennsylvania, USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Generation X

Career

41 years

Region

North America

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How Matthew Fox compares to other Actors

🎂Matthew Fox is 6 years older than the average Actor

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Facts about Matthew Fox

Did you know?

Did you know that Matthew Fox initially auditioned for the role of Sawyer on "Lost" before being cast as Dr. Jack Shephard?

5 Lesser-known facts

Grew up on a cattle ranch in Crowheart, Wyoming, a stark contrast to his urban acting roles.
He played wide receiver for the Columbia University Lions football team during his college years.
Graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics.
An avid private pilot, he has owned and flown several aircraft over the years.
His first major acting role was in a guest appearance on the sitcom "Wings" in 1992.

Career highlight

Matthew Fox's portrayal of Dr. Jack Shephard on the critically acclaimed series "Lost" became his defining role. As the show's reluctant leader and moral compass, he anchored the complex narrative, earning him Golden Globe and Emmy nominations and cementing his status as a television icon.

Legacy

Fox's intense and charismatic performances, particularly in "Lost," left an indelible mark on television, defining a generation of complex anti-heroes and contributing to the golden age of serialized drama.