Matt Doran Biography: Wife, Age, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Siblings

Matthew James Doran, known professionally as Matt Doran, is an Australian television and film actor best known for his early breakout as Damian Roberts in the long-running soap opera Home and Away (1991–1996) and memorable supporting roles in major Hollywood productions, including Mouse in The Matrix (1999) and Elan Sleazebaggano in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002).

A versatile performer with credits in critically acclaimed films like The Thin Red Line (1998), he has maintained a steady career across Australian and international projects while also working behind the camera as a cinematographer and director.

Matt Doran
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Matthew James Doran
Stage Name:	Matt Doran
Born:	30 March 1976 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Nationality:	Australian
Height:	1.82 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Doran
Siblings:	Mark Doran
Spouse:	Teri McPhillips
Relationship:	Married
Children:	1
Occupation:	Television and film actor
Net Worth:	$1-3 million USD

Early Life and Education

Matthew James Doran, born on 30 March 1976 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, grew up in Sydney. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Doran and has a brother, Mark Doran.

He studied acting for two years at the Australian Film and Television Academy (also known as AFTRA), graduating in 1991 after winning awards for Best Performance and Most Improved Student. His ethnicity is Caucasian, and his religion is unknown.

Career

Matt Doran began his career as a teenager, landing his first lead role in the 1990 film Pirates’ Island at age 14. He rose to prominence as a core cast member on Home and Away playing Damian Roberts from 1991 to 1996, which established him as a recognizable face in Australian television, before transitioning to international film work.

Major achievements came with roles in high-profile productions, including Private Coombs in Terrence Malick’s The Thin Red Line (1998), Mouse in The Matrix (1999), and the death stick dealer Elan Sleazebaggano in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002). He continued with Australian films and series such as Macbeth (2006), Lilian’s Story, Redfern Now, and later projects like Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan (2019) and Intersection (2020), while expanding into cinematography and directing.

Matt Doran‘s later work reflects sustained versatility across acting, behind-the-camera roles, and independent productions in both Australia and the United States. His contributions to iconic sci-fi and war films, alongside consistent television presence, have cemented his place in Australian entertainment while influencing cross-border industry projects.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @mattdoran_

Personal Life

Matt Doran is married to Teri McPhillips. The couple has one son. He has spoken about balancing family life with his career, including a period of working as a builder alongside acting to support his young family, and splits his time between Australia and the United States.

Filmography

• Pirates’ Island (1990)
• The Thin Red Line (1998)
• The Matrix (1999)
• Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
• Macbeth (2006)
• Found Footage (2011)
• Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan (2019)
• Intersection (2020)

Net Worth

Matt Doran has an estimated net worth of $1-3 million USD, primarily earned through his decades-long acting career in television soaps, major Hollywood films, and Australian productions. Additional income sources include occasional building work, cinematography, directing, and real estate investments.