Brian Geraghty Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Height, Chicago P.D.

Brian Timothy Geraghty, famously known as Brian Geraghty, is an American actor, is recognized for his roles in the Academy Award-winning film The Hurt Locker (2008) as Specialist Owen Eldridge, Jarhead (2005) as Fergus O’Donnell, and Flight (2012) as Ken Evans.

His television work includes a recurring role as Agent Warren Knox in HBO’s Boardwalk Empire (2013), Sean Roman in NBC’s Chicago P.D. (2014–2016), and Ronald Pergman in ABC’s Big Sky (2020–2022).

Profile

• Full Name: Brian Timothy Geraghty
• Stage Name: Brian Geraghty
• Born: 13, May 1975
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: Toms River, New Jersey, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Producer
• Height: 1.78m
• Parents: Dennis Geraghty and Mrs. Geraghty
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Girlfriends: Laura Ramsey (ex), Krysten Ritter (ex), Amber Kekich (ex), Genesis Rodriguez (rumored)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Brian Timothy Geraghty was born on May 13, 1975, in Toms River, New Jersey, to Dennis Geraghty and Mrs. Geraghty. Details about his siblings are not publicly available. Growing up in a coastal town, he developed a passion for surfing, even working as a surf instructor before pursuing acting.

He graduated from Toms River High School East in 1993 and later enrolled in the two-year conservatory program at The Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre in New York City, where he honed his craft. His ethnicity is Irish-American, and he has not disclosed his religious beliefs.

Career

Brian Geraghty’s acting career began with a small role in The Sopranos (1999) as a counter boy in the episode “Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti,” a nod to Michael Imperioli’s Goodfellas character. He landed guest roles on Law & Order (1999) and Ed (2001), alongside commercial work for FedEx and Pizza Hut.

His film debut came in 2002 with Petty Crimes (aka Aller simple pour Manhattan), followed by small roles in Town Diary (2002) and Stateside (2004). His breakthrough came in 2005 as Fergus O’Donnell in Jarhead, where his intense face-off with Jake Gyllenhaal earned critical attention.

Geraghty’s role as Specialist Owen Eldridge in The Hurt Locker (2008), directed by Kathryn Bigelow, solidified his reputation, with the film winning the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture. That same year, he starred in the indie drama Easier with Practice (2009), showcasing his range in character-driven stories.

Other notable films include Bobby (2006), The Guardian (2006), We Are Marshall (2006), and Flight (2012), where he played a co-pilot opposite Denzel Washington. His television work expanded with a chilling role as a womanizing banker in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2010) and as Agent Warren Knox in Boardwalk Empire (2013), a role that highlighted his ability to portray complex, morally ambiguous characters.

From 2014 to 2016, Geraghty played Sean Roman in Chicago P.D., appearing in 47 episodes and reprising the role in crossovers with Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. In 2018, he portrayed Theodore Roosevelt in TNT’s The Alienist, earning praise for his depiction of the historical figure.

His role as Ronald Pergman in Big Sky (2020–2022) and Zane Davis in the Yellowstone prequel 1923 (2022–2025) further showcased his versatility. Recent projects include Briarpatch (2020) with Rosario Dawson and Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019) with Zac Efron.

Geraghty’s ability to balance mainstream and indie projects, combined with his commitment to authentic performances, has made him a respected figure in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @briangeraghty

Personal Life

Brian Geraghty is not married and has no children. He has been linked to actresses Laura Ramsey, Krysten Ritter, and Spanish model Amber Kekich. Since 2020, he has been rumored to be dating actress Genesis Rodriguez, his co-star in The Fugitive (2020), though neither has confirmed the relationship.

An avid surfer, Geraghty enjoys skydiving and rock climbing, reflecting his love for adventure. Based in Los Angeles, he maintains a private life, rarely sharing personal details, though his Instagram occasionally features posts about his projects and surfing.

Filmography

• Petty Crimes (2002)
• Jarhead (2005)
• Art School Confidential (2006)
• The Guardian (2006)
• Bobby (2006)
• We Are Marshall (2006)
• An American Crime (2007)
• The Hurt Locker (2008)
• Easier with Practice (2009)
• The Chameleon (2010)
• Flight (2012)
• Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019)
• Faith (2019)
• Blindfire (2020)

Net Worth

Brian Geraghty has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His income primarily comes from his roles in films like The Hurt Locker, Jarhead, and Flight, as well as television series such as Chicago P.D., Boardwalk Empire, and Big Sky.

Additional earnings stem from his appearances in over a dozen national commercials and occasional producing credits, contributing to his financial success in the entertainment industry.