Dennis Quaid Biography Dennis William Quaid born April 9, 1954 is an American actor best known for his roles in Breaking Away (1979), The Right Stuff (1983), The Big Easy (1986), Innerspace (1987), Great Balls of Fire! (1989), Dragonheart (1996), The Parent Trap (1998), Frequency (2000), The Rookie (2002), The Day After Tomorrow (2004), In Good Company (2004), Flight of the Phoenix (2004), Yours, Mine & Ours (2005), and Vantage Point (2008). Quaid received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in Far from Heaven (2002). In 2009, The Guardian recognized him as one of the best actors who had never received an Academy Award nomination.
Dennis Quaid Biography
Dennis William Quaid was born on April 9, 1954, in Houston, Texas, to Juanita Bonnie Dale “Nita” Quaid (née Jordan), a real estate agent, and William Rudy Quaid, an electrician. He grew up in Bellaire, a suburban city in Houston. Raised as a Baptist, Quaid studied drama, Mandarin Chinese, and dance while attending Bellaire High School. He later continued his studies at the University of Houston but dropped out before completing his degree. Dennis moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in film, following in the footsteps of his brother, Randy Quaid, who had already begun to establish a successful career. However, Dennis initially struggled to land roles but began to gain attention after his performance in Breaking Away (1979) and received strong praise for his role in The Right Stuff (1983).
Dennis William Quaid is an American actor. He is known for his starring roles in Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, Innerspace, Great Balls of Fire!, Dragonheart, The Parent Trap, Frequency, The Rookie, The Day After Tomorrow, In Good Company, Flight of the Phoenix, Yours, Mine & Ours, and Vantage Point.
Born: 9 April 1954 (age 70 years), Houston, Texas, United States
Spouse: Laura Savoie (m. 2020), Kimberly Quaid (m. 2004–2018), Meg Ryan (m. 1991–2001), P.J. SOLES (m. 1978–1983)
Children: Jack Quaid, Zoe Grace Quaid, Thomas Boone Quaid
Height: 1.83 m
Siblings: Randy Quaid, Buddy John Quaid, Brandy Quaid
Early Life and Education
Dennis Quaid was born in Houston, Texas, to Juanita Bonnie Dale “Nita” (née Jordan) (1927–2019), a real estate agent, and William Rudy Quaid (1923–1987), an electrician. He has English, Irish, Scots-Irish, and Cajun (French) ancestry. Quaid is also a first cousin, twice removed, of legendary cowboy performer Gene Autry through his father. He attended Paul W. Horn Elementary School in Bellaire and Pershing Middle School in Houston. At Bellaire High School in Bellaire, Texas, Quaid studied Mandarin Chinese and dance, later continuing his drama studies at the University of Houston under drama coach Cecil Pickett, who had previously taught at Bellaire High. Quaid was raised in the Baptist faith and is the younger brother of actor Randy Quaid.
Dennis Quaid Facts & Wiki
Where does Dennis Quaid live? And how much money does Dennis Quaid earn?
Birth Date
9-4-1954
Heritage/origin
English- French- Irish-
Ethnicity
White
Religion – believes in God?
Other
Residence
He owns a house in Austin, TX.
Dennis Quaid Net Worth, Salary, Cars & Houses 2025
Dennis Quaid is a famous American actor. He is best known for his role as Mike in 1979 hit movie Breaking Away. He is also widely recognized for his memorable performances in the movies Traffic, Frequency, The Rookie, The Day After Tomorrow, The Parent Trap, and Far from Heaven.
Estimated Net Worth
30 million Dollar
Yearly Salary
N/A
Product Endorsements
Print ad for Olympus
Colleagues
Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix & Lasse Hallström
Management
William Morris Endeavor Entertainment
Houses
Dennis Quaid currently resides at a 5,000 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in Austin, Texas. The modern-edged grey stone traditional is a freestanding residence with an attached two-car garage. Besides, Dennis also own own a 6-bedroom and 9-bath mansion in Pacific Palisades.
Pacific Palisades house ($6.5 million) (Swimming Pool • )
Austin, Texas house ($3.5 million)
Cars
Dennis Quaid: Girlfriend, Dating, Family & Friends
After splitting with his third wife, Dennis Quaid dated model model Santa Auzina who is 32 years younger than him.
Relationship status
Dating (Since 2016)
Sexuality
Straight
Current Girlfriend of Dennis Quaid
Santa Auzina,
Ex-girlfriends or ex-wives
P. J. Soles, Meg Ryan, Kimberly Buffington
More info
Was previously married and divorced
Has any kids?
Yes, father of: Jack, Zoe, Thomas
Family
He might have befriended Natasha Richardson, Elaine Hendrix & Lasse Hallström, but what about family? Names of father, mother, kids, brothers & sisters:
William Rudy Quaid (Father)
Juanita Bonniedale (Mother)
Randy Quaid (Brother)
Jack Quaid (Son)
Zoe Grace (Daughter)
Thomas Boone (Son)
Friends
Drake Bell
Height, Weight, Body Measurements, Tattoos, Skin, Hair & Eye Color
This calm actor originating from Houston, Texas has a athletic body & heartshaped face type.
Hair color
Dark brown
Hairstyle
alternative
Beard or Mustache
Beardless
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Height
183 cm
Weight
86 kilo
Feet size
N/A
Does Dennis Quaid smoke?
Yes, regularly
Does Dennis Quaid have a tattoo?
No
Fitness, workout and diet
Dennis Quaid stay fit and active by working out regularly. He used to run for about 35 years and realized it was not good for his knees and joints. He turned into cycling and yoga as well as visiting the gym.
