Josh Gad Biography: Writer, Wife, Height Age, Net Worth, Children, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Songs & Albums

Josh Gad is an acclaimed American actor, comedian, and singer known for his versatility across film, television, and theater.

Born on February 23, 1981, in Hollywood, Florida, he gained worldwide recognition for his voice role as Olaf in Disney’s Frozen franchise and his performances on Broadway, including The Book of Mormon.

Gad has earned praise for his comedic timing, vocal talent, and ability to bring both humor and heart to his roles.

Profile

• Full Name: Joshua Ilan Gad
• Stage Name: Josh Gad
• Born: February 23, 1981
• Age: 44 years old
• Birthplace: Hollywood, Florida, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Comedian, Singer
• Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
• Parents: Sam Gad, Susan Gad
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Ida Darvish
• Children: Cooper Gad, Ava Gad
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $20–25 million

Early Life And Education

Josh Gad was born on February 23, 1981, in Hollywood, Florida. He is the son of Sam Gad and Susan Gad.

Information about his siblings is not publicly documented. He is of Jewish ethnicity and was raised in a Jewish household.

From a young age, Gad displayed a talent for performing arts, including acting, singing, and comedy.

He attended Nova Middle School and Nova High School in Florida.

Later, he studied musical theater at the University of Miami, where he honed his skills in acting, singing, and stage performance, laying the foundation for his multifaceted career.

Career

Josh Gad began his professional acting career in theater, gaining recognition for his roles on Broadway.

He achieved widespread acclaim for originating roles in musicals such as The Book of Mormon, which won him a Tony Award nomination.

Gad transitioned to film and television, becoming widely known for voicing Olaf in Disney’s Frozen (2013) and its sequel.

His voice work became iconic, earning him international fame and numerous accolades.

He has appeared in films such as Beauty and the Beast (2017 live-action), The Wedding Ringer, Marshall, and Pixels, and on television shows like 1600 Penn and Avenue 5.

In addition to acting, Gad has co-produced projects, written content, and hosted award shows, demonstrating his versatility in the entertainment industry.

Josh Gad’s career continues to thrive with new film and television roles, theater projects, and voice acting, establishing him as a respected, multi-talented performer in Hollywood.

Awards and Nominations

• Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical (The Book of Mormon)
• Multiple Annie Awards nominations for voice acting

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @joshgad
• Facebook handle: Josh Gad
• Twitter handle: @joshgad

Personal Life

American actor, comedian, and singer Josh Gad is married to Ida Darvish.

The couple has two children: Cooper Gad and Ava Gad. Regarding his height, Josh Gad stands at 5 feet and 7 inches tall which is approximately 170cm.

There is no other information about any of his previous or current romantic relationships.

Filmography

Selected Films:

• Frozen (voice of Olaf)
• Frozen II (voice of Olaf)
• Beauty and the Beast (2017)
• The Wedding Ringer
• Pixels
• Marshall

Net Worth

Josh Gad has an estimated net worth of US$20–25 million, earned through his work in Broadway theater, voice acting for major animated films, live-action films, television, writing, and producing.

His versatility and global popularity continue to contribute to his financial success.