Scott Foley Biography: Parents, Siblings, Age, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, TV Series, Films, Wife, Children

  Scott Kellerman Foley is an accomplished American actor, director, and screenwriter. He is recognized for his roles in TV series such as Felicity (Noel Crane), The Unit (Sergeant First Class Bob Brown), and Scandal (Jake Ballard).

He also appeared in Scream 3 as Roman Bridger and is set to reprise the role in Scream 7.

Foley has appeared on popular shows like Dawson’s Creek, House, Scrubs, and Grey’s Anatomy.

In addition to acting, he directed episodes of Felicity and Scandal and made his feature film writing and directing debut with Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife (2013).

Profile

• Full Name: Scott Kellerman Foley
• Stage Name: Scott Kellerman Foley
• Born: 15 July 1972
• Age: 52 years old
• Birthplace: Kansas City, Kansas, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actor, director, and screenwriter
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parents: Hugh Foley, Connie Foley
• Siblings: Sean Foley
• Spouse: Marika Domińczyk (m. 2007), Jennifer Garner (m. 2000–2004)
• Children: Malina Foley, Keller Foley, and Konrad Foley
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $7 million

Early Life And Education

Scott Kellerman Foley was born to Hugh and Connie Foley on July 15, 1972, in Kansas City, Kansas. His father, an international banker, relocated the family to Japan and Australia during Scott’s childhood before they settled in St. Louis, Missouri, when he was 15. Tragically, his mother passed away from ovarian cancer that same year.

Foley has a younger brother, Sean. He attended Ladue High School and later graduated from Clayton High School in Missouri. He is of Caucasian descent, and his ancestry includes English, German, Irish, Scottish, and Portuguese roots.

Career

Scott Foley began his acting career in the mid-1990s with guest appearances on popular television series such as Dawson’s Creek and House.

His breakout role came in 1998 when he was cast as Noel Crane in the critically acclaimed drama Felicity. This role brought him early recognition and showcased his talent for portraying emotionally nuanced characters.

Following Felicity, Foley took on more serious roles, most notably as Sergeant First Class Bob Brown in The Unit’s military drama (2006–2009), demonstrating his adaptability and depth as an actor. He also continued to make notable guest appearances on shows like Scrubs and Grey’s Anatomy.

Foley’s career reached new heights with his role as Jake Ballard in the political drama Scandal (2014–2018), created by Shonda Rhimes. His portrayal of the complex and conflicted character earned him critical acclaim and broadened his appeal among television audiences.

The show’s widespread popularity helped solidify Foley’s position as a leading figure in contemporary television, earning him recognition in the industry and among fans.

In addition to his television work, Foley has made a mark in film. He played Roman Bridger in Scream 3 (2000), a memorable role in the iconic horror franchise, and is slated to reprise the role in Scream 7.

He wrote, directed, and starred in the dark comedy Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife (2014), expanding his creative pursuits and marking his debut as a feature filmmaker. These ventures underscore Foley’s diverse talents and continued evolution as a multifaceted artist in the entertainment industry.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @scottkfoley
• Facebook handle: Scott Foley
• Twitter handle: @scottkfoley

Personal Life

Scott Kellerman Foley has been married twice. His first marriage was to actress Jennifer Garner, whom he wed on October 19, 2000, after meeting her on the set of Felicity. The couple separated in March 2003, and Garner filed for divorce in May.

In 2006, Foley became engaged to Polish-born actress Marika Dominczyk, and they were married in a private ceremony in Hawaii in June 2007. They have three children together: daughter Malina (born November 2009) and sons Keller (born April 2012) and Konrad (born November 13, 2014).

Filmography

Film:

• Scream 3 (2000)
• Self Storage (2000, short)
• Stealing Time (2001)
• Below (2002)
• Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife (2014)
• Mr Maple Leaf (2014, short)
• Naked (2017)
• La Dolce Villa (2025
• Scream 7 (2026, filming)

Television:

• Sweet Valley High (1995)
• Dawson’s Creek (1998)
• Felicity (1998–2002)
• Scrubs (2002–2009)
• A.U.S.A. (2003)
• House (2005)
• The Unit (2006–2009)
• Cougar Town (2009–2010)
• Grey’s Anatomy (2010–2012)
• True Blood (2011–2012)
• The Goodwin Games (2013)
• Scandal (2013–2018)
• Undateable (2015–2016
• Whiskey Cavalier (2019)
• The Big Leap (2021)
• The Girls on the Bus (2024)

Net Worth

Scott Kellerman Foley’s estimated net worth is $7 million, primarily derived from his successful acting career in television and film. He gained recognition through prominent roles in series like Felicity, Scandal, and The Unit, appearing in over 250 episodes.

Additionally, Foley earns income from directing and producing projects like Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife, endorsements, and royalties from syndicated shows.