Todd Phillips Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Height, Parents, Daughter, Girlfriend, Awards, Films

 Todd Phillips, a bold American filmmaker, has left an indelible mark on Hollywood with his knack for blending raunchy comedy with deep human stories.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, he grew up on Long Island, fueled by a love for 1970s and 1980s comedies that shaped his unique voice.

From his early, gritty documentaries to blockbusters like The Hangover trilogy and the groundbreaking Joker, Phillips has proven his versatility, earning both commercial success and critical acclaim.

Profile

• Full Name: Todd Philip Bunzl
• Stage Name: Todd Phillips
• Born: December 20, 1970
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor
• Height: 183 cm (6’0”)
• Religion: Jewish (Reform)
• Parents: Peter Bunzl, Lorette Phillips
• Siblings: Jill Ginsberg (sister)
• Spouse: None
• Children: Juliet Phillips (daughter)
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $200,000,000

Early Life

Todd Phillips was born Todd Philip Bunzl on December 20, 1970, in Brooklyn, New York, to Peter Bunzl, a filmmaker, and Lorette Phillips, who worked multiple jobs, including as a dentist’s office receptionist and bartender.

His parents divorced when he was young, and at age 16, Todd and his mother and sister changed their last name from Bunzl to Phillips, distancing themselves from his father’s lineage. As a teen, he was captivated by punk rock, attending shows by GG Allin, which later inspired his first documentary. His early exposure to film and chaos fueled his creative drive, setting the stage for his career.

Education

Todd Phillips attended New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, studying film, but dropped out before graduating due to financial constraints and his focus on independent projects.

Career

Todd Phillips began his career with documentaries, directing Hated: GG Allin and the Murder Junkies (1993) while at NYU, a provocative look at the punk rocker’s chaotic life, funded by his credit cards. He co-directed Frat House (1998) with Andrew Gurland, winning the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance, though HBO shelved it due to allegations of staged scenes.

His third documentary, Bittersweet Motel (2000), followed the band Phish on tour. Transitioning to narrative films, he directed Road Trip (2000) with Ivan Reitman’s Montecito Picture Company, a cult hit.

He followed with Old School (2003), starring Will Ferrell and Vince Vaughn, and Starsky & Hutch (2004) with Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson. Phillips contributed to Borat (2006) as a writer, earning an Oscar nomination, though he left as director due to creative differences.

His biggest success came with The Hangover (2009), a $35 million comedy that grossed $480 million, becoming the highest-grossing R-rated comedy at the time, followed by The Hangover Part II (2011) and Part III (2013).

He directed Due Date (2010) with Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis, War Dogs (2016) with Jonah Hill and Miles Teller, and the psychological thriller Joker (2019), starring Joaquin Phoenix, which won the Golden Lion at Venice and grossed over $1 billion.

Awards & Nominations

• 1998: Sundance Film Festival – Grand Jury Prize (Documentary) for Frat House (Won)
• 2007: Academy Awards – Best Adapted Screenplay for Borat (Nominated)
• 2009: Golden Globe Awards – Best Picture (Musical or Comedy) for The Hangover (Won)
• 2009: Broadcast Film Critics Awards – Best Comedy for The Hangover (Won)
• 2010: ShoWest Convention – Director of the Year (Won)
• 2020: Academy Awards – Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay for Joker (Nominated)
• 2020: Golden Globe Awards – Best Director for Joker (Nominated)
• 2020: BAFTA Awards – Best Film, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay for Joker (Nominated)
• 2020: Venice Film Festival – Golden Lion for Joker (Won)
• 2020: Palm Springs Film Festival – Creative Impact in Directing Award (Won)
• 2020: Writers Guild of America – Best Adapted Screenplay for Joker (Nominated)
• 2020: Danish Film Awards – Best English Language Film for Joker (Won)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @toddphillips1

Personal Life

Todd Phillips, 54, is a private individual who has never married but has a daughter, Juliet, born around 2011, with a former partner whose identity is not public. He has been linked to Alexandra Kravetz (2013–2016), Juliana Shiao (2011), and Paris Hilton (2011), but his current relationship status is unclear, with reports suggesting he is dating someone privately.

Standing at 183 cm and weighing around 75 kg, Todd has blonde hair and brown eyes. Raised in a Jewish family, he identifies with Reform Judaism and values his cultural roots. Based in Los Angeles, he enjoys a low-key lifestyle, avoiding the Hollywood spotlight.

Net Worth

Todd Phillips’s net worth is estimated at $ 200 million. His wealth comes from directing, producing, and writing films like The Hangover trilogy, which earned him $50 million from profit shares, and Joker, which grossed over $1 billion. Additional income stems from producing A Star Is Born and Project X, as well as his work with Green Hat Films, founded in 2008.

Filmography

Documentaries:

• Hated: GG Allin and the Murder Junkies (1993) – Director, Writer, Producer
• Frat House (1998) – Co-Director, Writer, Producer
• Bittersweet Motel (2000) – Director, Writer, Producer

Films (Directed):

• Road Trip (2000) – Director, Writer
• Old School (2003) – Director, Writer, Producer
• Starsky & Hutch (2004) – Director, Writer
• School for Scoundrels (2006) – Director
• The Hangover (2009) – Director, Producer
• Due Date (2010) – Director, Producer
• The Hangover Part II (2011) – Director, Producer, Writer
• The Hangover Part III (2013) – Director, Producer, Writer
• War Dogs (2016) – Director, Producer
• Joker (2019) – Director, Writer, Producer
• Joker: Folie à Deux (2024) – Director, Writer, Producer

Films (Other Roles):

• Borat (2006) – Writer, Uncredited Director
• All the King’s Men (2006) – Producer
• Project X (2012) – Producer
• A Star Is Born (2018) – Producer

Acting Roles:

• Road Trip (2000) – Foot Lover
• Old School (2003) – Gang Bang Guy
• The Hangover (2009) – Mr. Creepy
• Due Date (2010) – Barry
• The Hangover Part III (2013) – Mr. Creepy