Gijs Blom Biography: Net Worth, Age, Awards, Movies, Height, Wife, TV Shows, Nationality, Ethnicity, Career

Gijsbrecht Thijmen Matthias Blom also known as Gijs Blom is a Dutch actor and filmmaker best known for his performances in Boys (Jongens), The Forgotten Battle, The Letter for the King, Dead & Beautiful, Fallen, and The Kollective.

He rose to prominence after starring in the coming-of-age drama Boys, earning a Golden Calf Award nomination for Best Actor.

He later gained international recognition for portraying Prince Viridian in Netflix’s The Letter for the King, a performance that earned him a Daytime Emmy Award nomination.

Gijs Blom
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Gijsbrecht Thijmen Matthias Blom
Stage Name:	Gijs Blom
Born:	January 2, 1997 (age 29 years old)
Place of Birth:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nationality:	Dutch
Ethnicity:	Dutch
Height:	5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Marloes van den Heuvel and Mr. Blom
Occupation:	Actor, Director
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early Life and Education

Gijs Blom was born on January 2, 1997, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. He is the son of Dutch stage actress Marloes van den Heuvel, while details about his father have not been publicly disclosed. He’s the only child of his parents.

Blom developed an interest in acting at an early age and began performing in stage productions as a child, including the musical Ciske de Rat.

He later studied at the Academy of Theatre and Dance at the Amsterdam University of the Arts, graduating with a degree in theatre in 2021.

Career

Gijs Blom began his professional acting career in theatre before making his feature film debut in Sonny Boy (2011).

His breakthrough came in 2014 when he starred as Sieger in Boys (Jongens), a critically acclaimed coming-of-age drama that earned him a Golden Calf Award nomination for Best Actor.

He followed this success with leading roles in Nena, Painkillers (Pijnstillers), Silk Road, and Dead & Beautiful, establishing himself as one of the Netherlands’ most talented young actors.

Gijs Blom achieved international recognition in 2020 when he portrayed Prince Viridian in Netflix’s fantasy series The Letter for the King, earning a Daytime Emmy Award nomination.

The same year, he starred as Marinus van Staveren in the acclaimed World War II film The Forgotten Battle, which became one of Netflix’s most-watched international films.

He has since appeared in productions such as Fallen, Invasion, and The Kollective, while continuing to work in both Dutch and international film and television.

Awards and Nominations

• Sir Peter Ustinov Award – Best Young Actor for Painkillers (Pijnstillers) (Winner).
• Golden Calf Award – Best Actor for Boys (Jongens) (Nominee).
• Daytime Emmy Award – Outstanding Younger Performer in a Children’s Program for The Letter for the King (Nominee)

Social Media

• Instagram: @gijsblom

Personal Life

Gijs Blom, 29 years old, stands 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall. He is currently single and does not have any children.

He currently lives in Amsterdam, Netherlands. There is no public information about his past relationships.

Outside acting, he enjoys music, photography, travelling, climbing, snowboarding, windsurfing, and spending holidays with family and close friends.

Net Worth

Gijs Blom has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. His income comes from acting in films and television series, directing, endorsements, and other entertainment-related ventures.

His successful performances in both Dutch and international productions have contributed significantly to his career and financial success.

Filmography

Film

• Sonny Boy (2011)
• Boys (Jongens) (2014)
• Nena (2014)
• Painkillers (Pijnstillers) (2014)
• Dead & Beautiful (2021)
• The Forgotten Battle (2020)
• Invasion (2024)

Television

• The Letter for the King (2020)
• Fallen (2024)
• The Kollective (2025)
• Suspects
• Silk Road (TV Film)