Ted Griffin Biography: Net Worth, Wife, Movies, Height, Children, Controversy, Ethnicity, Awards

Theodore Mac Cauley Griffin best known as Ted Griffin is an American screenwriter, television creator, and producer who achieved widespread recognition for writing the blockbuster heist film Ocean’s Eleven.

His sharp storytelling style, ability to manage ensemble casts, and talent for blending humor with suspense established him as one of Hollywood’s most respected screenwriters.

He further strengthened his reputation through acclaimed projects in both film and television, including psychological thrillers, crime dramas, and original television series.

Beyond his credited work, he has also contributed to numerous major studio productions as a script consultant and story developer.

Ted Griffin
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Theodore Mac Cauley Griffin
Stage Name:	Ted Griffin
Born:	December 21, 1970 (age 55 years old)
Place of Birth:	Pasadena, California, United States
State Of Origin:	California
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	White
Height:	1.75 meters
Religion:	Christianity
Siblings:	Nicholas Griffin
Spouse:	Sutton Foster
Relationship:	Divorced
Children:	Emily Dale Griffin
Occupation:	Screenwriter and Producer
Net Worth:	$USD 3 million

Early Life and Education

Theodore Mac Cauley Griffin is now at the age of 56 years old and was born on December 21, 1970, in Pasadena, California, United States.

He grew up alongside his brother, Nicholas Griffin, in a family with deep connections to the entertainment industry.

His maternal grandparents were film director William A. Seiter and actress Marian Nixon, exposing him to Hollywood’s creative legacy from an early age.

Ted Griffin completed his primary and secondary education in California before moving to New York for higher studies.

He attended Colgate University, where he studied English and became involved with fellow students who would later form the comedy group Broken Lizard. He graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.

Personal Life

Ted Griffin began a relationship with actress, singer, and Broadway performer Sutton Foster in 2013. Their relationship attracted considerable public attention due to Foster’s success on stage and television.

Ted married Sutton Foster on October 25, 2014, in Santa Barbara, California. After facing fertility challenges, the couple adopted a daughter, Emily Dale Griffin, in 2017 and spent several years raising their family together.

Ted Griffin‘s marriage ended after nearly a decade when Sutton Foster filed for divorce in October 2024.

Despite the separation, he has remained largely private regarding his personal affairs and has avoided extensive public discussion about the end of the marriage.

Career

Ted Griffin began his professional screenwriting career during the late 1990s.

He first gained industry attention through the dark comedy thriller Ravenous, which showcased his ability to combine unconventional storytelling with strong character development.

He reached mainstream success in 2001 when he wrote Ocean’s Eleven, the highly successful heist film directed by Steven Soderbergh and starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts.

The film became both a commercial and critical success, significantly elevating his profile within Hollywood.

Ted continued to build his reputation through projects such as Matchstick Men, Rumor Has It…, Killers, and Tower Heist. Although he was initially attached to direct Rumor Has It…, creative differences led to his departure from the director’s chair during production.

He expanded into television in 2010 when he created, wrote, and executive produced the critically acclaimed FX detective drama Terriers.

While the series lasted only one season, it developed a strong cult following and remains highly regarded among television critics and audiences.

Ted Griffin has also worked extensively behind the scenes as a script doctor, contributing story revisions and screenplay improvements to numerous studio productions.

His influence extends beyond his credited filmography, making him one of the more respected creative voices in modern Hollywood screenwriting.

Awards

• Primetime Emmy Award Nomination (2021), Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series

Net Worth

Ted Griffin has an estimated net worth of USD 3 million as of 2026. His wealth has been generated primarily through screenplay sales, production credits, television royalties, script consulting work, and long-term involvement in successful film and television projects.

Controversy

Ted Griffin faced professional controversy during the production of Rumor Has It… in 2005 when he was removed as director shortly after filming began due to creative disagreements and production concerns.

The incident attracted industry attention because the project represented his planned directorial debut.

Ted Griffin also received significant media attention following his divorce from Sutton Foster in 2024.

The separation became the subject of widespread entertainment news coverage due to public speculation surrounding Foster’s reported relationship with fellow performer Hugh Jackman.

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Filmography

• Best Laid Plans (1999)
• Ravenous (1999)
• Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
• Matchstick Men (2003)
• Rumor Has It… (2005)
• The Key to Reserva (2007)
• Killers (2010)
• Tower Heist (2011)
• Street of Dreams (2013)
• Solace (2015)
• Gone Hollywood (2019)