Paul Bettany Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Movies, Marvel, Vision

Paul Bettany is an English actor acclaimed for his versatile performances in both independent films and major blockbusters. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Vision in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including the Disney+ series “WandaVision,” which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.

Bettany’s career breakthrough came with roles in “Gangster No. 1” (2000), “A Knight’s Tale” (2001), and “A Beautiful Mind” (2001). His compelling performances have solidified his status as a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.

Profile

• Full Name: Paul Bettany
• Stage Name: Paul Bettany
• Born: May 27, 1971
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Harlesden, London, England
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.91 m
• Parents: Thane Bettany and Anne Kettle
• Siblings: Sarah Bettany, Matthew Bettany
• Spouse: Jennifer Connelly (m. 2003)
• Children: Stellan Bettany, Agnes Lark Bettany
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $50 million

Early Life and Education

Paul Bettany was born on May 27, 1971, in Harlesden, London, England, to Thane Bettany, a dancer and actor, and Anne Kettle, a stage singer and theater teacher.

He had two siblings: an older sister, Sarah, and a younger brother, Matthew, who tragically passed away at the age of eight. Bettany left school at 16 and later attended the Drama Centre London to study acting.

He is of English ethnicity, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Paul Bettany began his acting career after studying at the Drama Centre London, where he trained for three years starting in 1990. He made his stage debut in the West End revival of An Inspector Calls and appeared in several Royal Shakespeare Company productions, gaining early recognition on stage and television, including a BBC role in Oliver Twist and a part in the series Sharpe.

He first gained mainstream attention with British films like Gangster No. 1 (2000) and A Knight’s Tale (2001). Bettany’s breakthrough continued with acclaimed roles in A Beautiful Mind (2001) and Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003), for which he earned a BAFTA nomination.

He also appeared in notable films such as Dogville (2003), Wimbledon (2004), and The Da Vinci Code (2006).

Bettany is widely known for his work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he voiced J.A.R.V.I.S. starting in Iron Man (2008) and later portrayed the character Vision in several films including Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) and Captain America: Civil War (2016).

He reprised Vision in the Disney+ series WandaVision (2021), earning a Primetime Emmy nomination for his performance. Beyond acting, Bettany made his directorial debut with Shelter (2014), which he also wrote and co-produced.

On television, he portrayed Ian Campbell in A Very British Scandal (2021) and played Andy Warhol on stage in The Collaboration (2022).

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @paulbettany

Personal Life

Paul Bettany married actress Jennifer Connelly in 2003 after meeting on the set of “A Beautiful Mind.” They have two children together: a son, Stellan, born in 2003, and a daughter, Agnes Lark, born in 2011.

Bettany is also the stepfather to Connelly’s son, Kai Dugan, from her previous relationship. The family resides in Brooklyn Heights, New York City.

Filmography

Selected Works:

• “Gangster No. 1” (2000)
• “A Knight’s Tale” (2001)
• “A Beautiful Mind” (2001)
• “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World” (2003)
• “Dogville” (2003)
• “Wimbledon” (2004)
• “The Da Vinci Code” (2006)
• “Iron Man” series (2008–2013) as the voice of J.A.R.V.I.S.
• “Avengers” series (2012–2019) as Vision
• “WandaVision” (2021) as Vision

Net Worth

Paul Bettany’s net worth is estimated at $50 million USD, a figure combined with his wife, Jennifer Connelly. His income primarily stems from his extensive acting career, including significant roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as other film and television projects.