Jordan Nagai Biography: Age, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows

Jordan Nagai is an American former child voice actor best known for voicing the enthusiastic Wilderness Explorer Russell in Disney Pixar’s acclaimed film Up (2009).

He enjoyed a brief but memorable acting career in the late 2000s and early 2010s before stepping away from the industry. He is recognized for bringing charm and authenticity to young characters in animation and has since pursued a career in science and healthcare.

Jordan Nagai
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Jordan Nagai
Born:	5 February 2000 (age 26 years old)
Place of Birth:	Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Nagai
Siblings:	Hunter Nagai
Occupation:	Former Child Voice Actor
Net Worth:	$500,000

Early Life and Education

Jordan Nagai was born on February 5, 2000, in Los Angeles, California, to Mr. and Mrs. Nagai. He grew up in Los Angeles with his older brother Hunter Nagai.

Nagai attended a Japanese school where a flyer for the Up audition first appeared. He completed his education at Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Healthcare Management. His ethnicity is Japanese American, and his religion is unknown.

Career

Jordan Nagai began his career by chance when he accompanied his older brother Hunter to an audition for Russell in Pixar’s Up. At just seven years old, his energetic personality caught the attention of the casting team, leading to his selection for the role despite not originally planning to audition.

He voiced Russell in the 2009 film, which became a major success, and also contributed to related projects like the video game and shorts.

His early work expanded to other voice roles, including Charlie in an episode of The Simpsons and additional voices for Schoolhouse Rock! projects. In 2014, he voiced Johan in the English version of the animated film Beyond Beyond.

These experiences marked the extent of his acting career, which spanned from 2009 to 2014.

Jordan Nagai retired from acting after his childhood roles to focus on academics. He has pursued studies and work in biology and healthcare management, including undergraduate research at Washington University.

His iconic performance as Russell continues to resonate with audiences worldwide and remains a highlight of his legacy in animation.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jordan.nagai

Personal Life

Jordan Nagai maintains a private personal life focused on his education and career transition out of acting. He has not publicly shared details about romantic relationships.

After retiring from voice work, he dedicated himself to university studies and exploring interests such as hiking and music.

Filmography

• Up (2009)
• Dug’s Special Mission (2009)
• Up: The Video Game (2009)
• The Simpsons (2009)
• Beyond Beyond (2014)

Net Worth

Jordan Nagai has an estimated net worth of around $500,000. His income primarily came from his voice work in Up and related Disney projects, including residuals and royalties from the film’s enduring popularity, supplemented by earnings from other voice roles during his short career.