Trevor Morgan Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Career

Trevor John Morgan, known professionally as Trevor Morgan, is an American actor, director, and writer celebrated for his early roles as a child actor in major films like The Sixth Sense, The Patriot, and Jurassic Park III.

Beginning his career at age five with commercials, Morgan gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of emotionally complex characters, notably in the critically acclaimed indie film Mean Creek.

Profile

• Full Name: Trevor John Morgan
• Stage Name: Trevor Morgan
• Born: 26, November 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Writer
• Height: 1.84m
• Parents: Lisa Morgan and Joe Borrasso
• Siblings: Three older half-siblings, Joey Morgan
• Spouse: Paulina Olszynski (m. 2024)
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Trevor John Morgan entered the world on November 26, 1986, in Chicago, Illinois, to Lisa Morgan and Joe Borrasso, who ran MbM Studios, a talent development and production company.

He grew up with three older half-siblings and a younger brother, Joey Morgan, also an actor, who passed away in 2021.

At age five, his family relocated to Orange County, California, where he began appearing in commercials for brands like McDonald’s and Cheerios.

In 1997, they moved to Los Angeles to support his budding acting career.

Morgan attended a filmmaking course at the University of Southern California to hone his skills behind the camera.

Of Irish and Italian-American descent, he keeps his religious beliefs private.

Career

Trevor Morgan kicked off his acting career at age five, appearing in commercials and even gracing a Life cereal box.

His first major break came at age 11 with the 1997 film Family Plan, followed by a role as Cody in Barney’s Great Adventure (1998).

His breakthrough arrived with a five-episode arc on ER (1994–1998) as Scott Anspaugh, a terminally ill child, earning him a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.

His ability to handle emotionally intense roles caught the attention of directors, leading to roles in The Sixth Sense (1999) as a bully opposite Haley Joel Osment and The Patriot (2000) as Mel Gibson’s son, Nathan Martin.

Morgan’s career soared when Steven Spielberg handpicked him for the lead role of Eric Kirby in Jurassic Park III (2001), showcasing his ability to carry a major blockbuster.

He earned critical acclaim for his role in Mean Creek (2004), which premiered at Sundance and won him a Special Distinction Award at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Throughout the 2000s, he balanced mainstream and indie projects, appearing in The Glass House (2001), Brotherhood (2010), which won the Audience Award at SXSW, and Vampire (2011), a Sundance nominee.

His television work included guest roles on Touched by an Angel, CSI: Miami, and Ghost Whisperer, demonstrating his versatility across genres.

Morgan shifted focus to writing and directing, producing short films like the award-winning Margaret and the Moon (2016) and 10 Hours (2018), which explores a ride-share driver’s unlikely friendship.

In 2018, he returned to Chicago to launch Back Home, Inc., a production company dedicated to original content.

He starred alongside Toni Braxton in Faith Under Fire (2018) and continues to work on projects like a documentary on journalism and his first narrative feature, Best Thing.

His influence as a former child actor who successfully transitioned to behind-the-scenes roles highlights his lasting impact in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @trevormorganactor

Personal Life

Trevor Morgan married actress Paulina Olszynski on September 21, 2024, and they have one child.

He maintains a private personal life, focusing public attention on his work and creative endeavors.

A close friend of actors like Haley Joel Osment and Michael Angarano, Morgan enjoys a down-to-earth lifestyle, with interests in classic cars and real estate investments in California.

Filmography

• Family Plan (1997)
• Barney’s Great Adventure (1998)
• The Sixth Sense (1999)
• The Patriot (2000)
• Jurassic Park III (2001)
• The Glass House (2001)
• Mean Creek (2004)
• Local Color (2006)
• Brotherhood (2010)
• Faith Under Fire (2018)

Net Worth

Trevor Morgan boasts an estimated net worth of $3 million.

His wealth stems primarily from his acting roles in high-profile films like Jurassic Park III and The Sixth Sense, as well as television appearances on shows like ER.

Additional income flows from his directing and writing projects, including short films and his production company, Back Home, Inc.