Isabelle Fuhrman Biography: Movies, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Husband, Kids, TV Shows, Height

Biography

Isabelle Joyce Fuhrman is a gifted American actress born on February 25, 1997, in Washington, D.C.

Best known for her chilling role as Esther in the horror film Orphan (2009) and its prequel, Orphan: First Kill (2022), she began acting at the age of seven.

Fuhrman also appeared in The Hunger Games (2012) as Clove and starred in films like The Novice (2021). With a knack for creating intense and complex characters, she has built a diverse career in film and television, earning praise for her versatility and depth of character.

American actress
Isabelle Fuhrman
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Isabelle Joyce Fuhrman
Stage Name:	Isabelle Fuhrman
Born:	25 February 1997 (age 28 years old)
Place of Birth:	Washington, D.C., United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	The Westminster Schools, Buckley School, Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), Stanford University Online High School
Height:	160 cm
Parents:	Elina Fuhrman, Nick Fuhrman
Siblings:	Madeline Fuhrman
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Colin Ford (2012-2013), Joel Courtney (2014)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$3 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Isabelle Fuhrman was born on February 25, 1997, in Washington, D.C., and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia.

She began her acting career at a young age, discovered during a casting call for Cartoon Network while accompanying her older sister. Her ethnicity is mixed; her father was of Irish descent and adopted by a family of Russian Jewish heritage, while her mother is Russian Jewish from Soviet Moldova.

Her religion is not explicitly stated in public sources, though her family has a strong Jewish heritage. Her mother, Elina Fuhrman (née Kozmits), is a journalist, author, wellness activist, and founder of the vegan soup company Soupelina.

Her father, Nick Fuhrman (1963–2024), was a one-time Wisconsin primary candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, former Dane County Republican Party chairman, and business consultant.

She has an older sister, Madeline Fuhrman (born 1993), who is a singer and songwriter.

Fuhrman attended The Westminster Schools in Atlanta, the Buckley School in Sherman Oaks, California, for high school, and briefly studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London. She graduated from Stanford University Online High School in 2015.

Career

Isabelle Fuhrman began her acting journey at the age of seven after being discovered during a Cartoon Network casting call in Atlanta while accompanying her sister.

She rose to prominence in 2009 with her breakout performance as Esther in the psychological horror film Orphan, earning widespread praise for her chilling and mature portrayal of a troubled child.

Over a decade later, she returned to the role in the 2022 prequel Orphan: First Kill, once again impressing audiences with her ability to embody complex and unsettling characters.

In 2012, Fuhrman showcased her versatility in The Hunger Games, playing Clove, a ruthless tribute from District 2. Her career has since spanned a wide range of roles, including her award-winning performance in The Novice (2021) as a fiercely ambitious college rower, the Stephen King adaptation Cell (2016) alongside Samuel L. Jackson and John Cusack, and the thriller Escape Room: Tournament of Champions (2021).

On television, she has appeared as Tessa Johnson in Masters of Sex (2015) and Gretchen Dennis in The Whole Truth (2010). She has also lent her voice to popular animated series such as Adventure Time and The Cleveland Show, further expanding her creative range.

Beyond acting, Fuhrman has stepped into producing, most notably with The Novice, solidifying her reputation not only as a talented actress but also as a multifaceted storyteller in Hollywood.

Social Media

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Personal Life

Isabelle Fuhrman was born on February 25, 1997, making her 28 years old.

She stands at approximately 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall.

Fuhrman is currently single and has never been married.

She has no children. She was in a relationship with actor Colin Ford from 2012 to 2013 and a brief romance with Joel Courtney in 2014.

Net Worth

Isabelle Fuhrman‘s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million USD.

Her wealth primarily stems from her successful acting career, with notable roles in films like Orphan (2009), The Hunger Games (2012), and The Novice (2021).

Additional income is generated from brand endorsements, commercials, and modelling. Her net worth has grown steadily, reflecting her rising prominence in the film industry.

Filmography

Movies

• Hounddog (2007) – Grasshopper
• Orphan (2009) – Esther
• The Hunger Games (2012) – Clove
• The Between (2013) – Michelle
• All the Wilderness (2014) – Val
• Cell (2016) – Alice Maxwell
• 1 Night (2016) – Bea
• Dear Eleanor (2016) – Max the Wax
• Down a Dark Hall (2018) – Izzy
• The Novice (2021) – Alex Dall (also executive producer)
• Escape Room: Tournament of Champions (2021) – Claire
• Orphan: First Kill (2022) – Esther/Leena Klammer
• Sheroes (2023) – Ezra
• Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024) – Diamond
• Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2 (2024) – Diamond
• Unit 234: The Locksmith (TBA) – Laurie Saltair

TV Shows

• Justice (2006) – Grace O’Neil (Episode: “Pilot”)
• Ghost Whisperer (2008) – Gretchen Dennis (Episode: “Pieces of You”)
• The Whole Truth (2010) – Gretchen Dennis (Episode: “Judicial Discretion”)
• Pleading Guilty (2010, TV Movie) – Carrie
• The Cleveland Show (2011) – Girl (Voice, Episode: “Back to Cool”)
• Hitman: Absolution (2012) – Victoria (Voice, Video game)
• Adventure Time (2013) – Shoko (Voice, Episode: “The Vault”)
• Masters of Sex (2015) – Tessa Johnson (Recurring role, 7 episodes)

Short Films

• Children of the Corn (2009) – Additional Voices
• Sammy’s Adventures: The Secret Passage (2010) – Hatchling Shelly (Voice)
• Salvation Boulevard (2011) – Angie Vandermeer
• Don’t Let Me Go (2013) – Michelle

Stage

• Macbeth (2017) – Young Macduff (Lincoln Center Theater workshop)

Music Videos

• Halsey: Nightmare (2019) – Cameo appearance