Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson Biography: Movies, Awards, Parents, Siblings, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Age, Wiki, Instagram, Height

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson is an Icelandic strongman, actor, and professional boxer. Best known for his role as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones, Hafþór has won multiple titles, including the 2018 World’s Strongest Man.

Profile

• Full Name: Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson
• Stage Name: Hafþór Björnsson
• Born: November 26, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Reykjavík, Iceland
• Nationality: Icelandic
• Occupation: Strongman, Actor, Professional Boxer
• Height: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
• Parent: Björn Jónsson, Ragnheiður Margret Juliusdottir
• Siblings: Hafdís Lind Björnsdóttir, Bryndís Björg Björnsdóttir
• Spouse: Kelsey Henson
• Children: Stormur Magni Hafþórsson, Theresa Líf
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson was born on November 26, 1988, in Reykjavík, Iceland. He is 37 years old. He was raised in Iceland by his parents, Björn Jónsson and Ragnheiður Margret Juliusdottir. Hafþór has two sibling, a sister named Hafdís Lind Björnsdóttir and a brother named Bryndís Björg Björnsdóttir.

Growing up, he was introduced to sports early, particularly basketball, where he showed considerable promise. His father, Björn Jónsson, was a former basketball player, which influenced Hafþór‘s initial interest in the sport.

Hafþór is of Icelandic ethnicity, and while specific details about his religious practices are not widely publicized, he is generally believed to follow Christianity, which is common in Iceland.

For his education, Hafþór attended school in Iceland, though his academic pursuits were more focused on sports rather than formal education. His passion for athletics eventually led him to abandon his basketball career due to injuries, after which he shifted his focus to strength training, marking the beginning of his successful strongman career.

Career

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson‘s career began in basketball, where he was a promising young player. However, after a series of ankle injuries, he transitioned into strength sports, ultimately becoming one of the most renowned strongmen in the world.

His rise in the strongman world was rapid, and he won his first major title in 2010 when he was crowned Iceland’s Strongest Man. Hafþór went on to dominate the world of strongman competitions, securing victories in prestigious events such as Europe’s Strongest Man and the Arnold Strongman Classic.

In 2018, Hafþór reached the pinnacle of his strongman career by winning the World’s Strongest Man competition, a title he successfully defended in subsequent years. He is widely regarded as one of the best strongmen of his generation.

Beyond strongman, Hafþór achieved international fame through his acting role as Gregor “The Mountain” Clegane in the hit HBO series Game of Thrones. His portrayal of the towering and terrifying character solidified his place in pop culture. His massive size and intimidating presence on-screen made him an iconic figure in the series.

In addition to his strongman and acting career, Hafþór ventured into boxing in 2020, facing fellow strongman Eddie Hall in a highly anticipated match. His boxing career has added a new dimension to his already impressive resume, and he continues to gain recognition as an athlete in multiple fields.

Hafþór also maintains a strong presence on social media, where he shares content related to fitness, strength training, and his personal life, further establishing his influence across various platforms.

Awards and Nominations

• World’s Strongest Man (2018) – Winner
• Europe’s Strongest Man (2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019) – Winner
• Arnold Strongman Classic (2018, 2019, 2020) – Winner
• Multiple Icelandic Strongman titles
• Nominated and praised for his role as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @thorbjornsson
• Facebook handle: Hafthor Bjornsson – The Mountain
• Twitter handle: @ThorBjornsson_

Personal Life

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson is married to Canadian fitness model Kelsey Henson. The couple tied the knot in 2018 and welcomed their first child together, a son named Stormur Magni, on September 26, 2020. They later announced they were expecting their second child together in October 2023.

Hafþór also has a daughter named Theresa Líf from a previous relationship. Standing at 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm), Hafþór is one of the tallest and most imposing athletes in the world.

Filmography

• Game of Thrones (2014–2019) as Ser Gregor “The Mountain” Clegane
• Kickboxer: Retaliation (2018)
• Phantom Punch (Short film)
• Various appearances in strongman-related documentaries and TV shows

Net Worth

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson has an estimated net worth of around $10 million. His income primarily comes from his strongman competitions, where he has earned prize money from titles such as the World’s Strongest Man and the Arnold Strongman Classic.

Additionally, he has made money through his acting career, particularly for his iconic role as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones. He also generates income from boxing matches, with his boxing debut bringing in substantial earnings.

Beyond these career ventures, Hafþór earns from social media, with a popular YouTube channel where he shares fitness and lifestyle content. He also engages in brand endorsements with companies like Monster Energy and has his own business ventures, including Icelandic Mountain Vodka and a yogurt brand called Thor’s Skyr