Jason Statham Biography 2025 Age, Born, Family, Salary, Net Worth And More

Jason Statham born 26 July 1967 is an English actor, producer, former model, and diver. He is best known for playing tough, gritty characters in action films and is often credited with helping to revive the action genre in the 2000s and 2010s. By 2017, his films had grossed over £1.1 billion ($1.5 billion), making him one of the most commercially successful actors in the industry. Statham’s early interests included Chinese martial arts, kickboxing, and karate, which he practiced recreationally while working at local market stalls. A skilled footballer and diver, he was part of the British national diving team and competed for England in the 1990 Commonwealth Games. His athleticism also led to a successful modeling career, with campaigns for brands like French Connection, Tommy Hilfiger, and Levi’s.

Jason Statham Biography 2025

Statham’s work at market stalls, particularly in the streets of London, led to his casting in Guy Ritchie’s crime films Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) and Snatch (2000). These roles helped launch his film career, leading to him starring as Frank Martin in the Transporter trilogy (2002-2008). Following this success, he appeared in a range of heist and action films, such as The Italian Job (2003), Crank (2006), War (2007), The Bank Job (2008), The Mechanic (2011), and Mechanic: Resurrection (2016). He also became known for his roles in The Expendables series (2010-2023) and as Deckard Shaw in the Fast & Furious franchise, including the 2019 spin-off Hobbs & Shaw.

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Jason Statham Biography Details

Born 26 July 1967 (age 57)

Shirebrook, England
Occupations
  • Actor
  • producer
Years active 1993–present
Partner(s) Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
(2010–present; engaged)
Children 2

Jason Statham Early Life

Jason Statham was born in Shirebrook, England, to dancer Eileen and street vendor Barry Statham. His father also worked various jobs, including house painter, coal miner, and singer in the Canary Islands. Statham later moved to Great Yarmouth, where, unlike his father, he focused on martial arts rather than working in the market stalls. He grew up alongside footballer Vinnie Jones, who introduced him to the sport, and Statham played for his local grammar school. He also had a strong passion for diving, training daily to refine his skills. He was a member of the British National Swimming Squad for 12 years and competed in the 1990 Commonwealth Games in events like the 10-meter, 3-meter, and 1-meter dives. Reflecting on his time with the national team, Statham said it instilled discipline and focus, helping keep him out of trouble.

Statham was discovered by the modeling agency Sports Promotions while training at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in London. He went on to model for brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s, and French Connection, gaining attention for his rugged, “everyman” look. Despite his success in modeling, he continued to work as a street seller to make ends meet, often selling fake perfume and jewelry. Additionally, he made small appearances in music videos, including “Comin’ On” by The Shamen (1993), “Run to the Sun” by Erasure (1994), and “Dream a Little Dream of Me” by The Beautiful South (1995).

Jason Statham Filmography

Title Role Release Year
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels Bacon 1998
Snatch Turkish 2000
The Transporter Frank Martin 2002
The Italian Job Handsome Rob 2003
Crank Chev Chelios 2006
The Expendables Lee Christmas 2010
Furious 7 Deckard Shaw 2015
The Meg Jonas Taylor 2018
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw Deckard Shaw 2019
Expend4bles Lee Christmas 2025

Jason Statham Career Highlights

Aspect Details
Genres Action, Thriller, Comedy, Crime
Notable Roles Frank Martin (Transporter), Deckard Shaw (Fast & Furious), Lee Christmas (Expendables)
Highest Grossing Films Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw ($758 million), The Meg ($527.8 million)
Award Nominations Critics’ Choice Award (Best Actor in a Comedy for Spy)
Box Office Earnings Over £1.1 billion ($1.5 billion) in global earnings by 2017

Personal Life and Relationships

Aspect Details
Partner Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (Engaged, since 2010)
Children Two (son born in 2017, daughter born in 2022)
Residence Moved from California to London in 2020
Hobbies Wakeboarding, jet skiing, wind surfing, rock climbing
Advocacy Advocates for stunt performers at the Academy Awards

Jason Statham Impact on Action Cinema

Aspect Details
Action Star Persona Known for tough, uncompromising roles in action films
Stunt Performances Frequently performs his own stunts in action sequences
Film Industry Impact Seen as a successor to action legends like Schwarzenegger and Stallone
Inspirations Bruce Lee, Steve McQueen, Clint Eastwood, Paul Newman
Critics’ View Praised for his physicality, dedication, and charismatic presence in action films

Jason Statham Awards and Nominations

Award Film Category Year
Critics’ Choice Award Spy Best Actor in a Comedy 2015
Teen Choice Award Furious 7 Choice Movie: Villain 2015
Razzie Award Nomination Expend4bles Worst Picture 2025
Razzie Award Nomination Meg 2: The Trench Worst Actor 2025

Film Roles in the Fast & Furious Franchise

Film Role Year
Fast & Furious 6 Deckard Shaw 2013
Furious 7 Deckard Shaw 2015
The Fate of the Furious Deckard Shaw 2017
Fast X Deckard Shaw 2023
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw Deckard Shaw 2019

Jason Statham Production Ventures

Production Company Role Year Founded
Punch Palace Productions Founder, Producer 2022

Jason Statham Notable Partnerships

Partner Project Year
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Engagement 2016
Gal Gadot Wix.com Super Bowl Commercial 2017
Dwayne Johnson Hobbs & Shaw 2019

Jason Statham Net Worth

Jason Statham is a British actor who has a net worth of $90 million.

Jason Statham Summary

Jason Statham is a British actor, producer, and former diver, renowned for his roles in action films. He gained fame with Guy Ritchie’s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch, leading to a successful Hollywood career, including The Transporter series and Fast & Furious. Statham has also starred in The Expendables, The Mechanic, and Spy. Known for his tough-guy image and stunt-heavy roles, he has become one of the most bankable action stars of his generation. Beyond acting, he is involved in producing and has expanded his career into business with Punch Palace Productions.

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