Freddie Freeman Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth, Parents, Baseball Career, Height, Twitter, Awards

Frederick Charles Freeman also known as Freddie Freeman is a legendary Canadian-American professional baseball first baseman known for his consistent hitting, elite defense, and leadership.

A nine-time MLB All-Star, he won the 2020 National League MVP with the Atlanta Braves, earned multiple Silver Slugger Awards, a Gold Glove, and three World Series championships (2021 with Braves, and others with Dodgers).

Renowned for his sweet left-handed swing and clutch performances, he transitioned to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2022, continuing to excel as one of baseball’s most reliable stars.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Frederick Charles Freeman
• Stage Name: Freddie Freeman
• Born: September 12, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Fountain Valley, California, United States
• Nationality: Canadian and American (dual citizen)
• Ethnicity: American
• Occupation: Professional Baseball Player (First Baseman)
• Height: 6’4″ (196 cm)
• Religion: Christianity (Salvationist)
• Parents: Frederick Freeman and Rosemary Freeman
• Siblings: Andrew Freeman and Phillip Freeman
• Spouse: Chelsea Freeman
• Children: Charlie, Brandon John, Maximus Turner
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $100 million USD

Early Life and Education

Freddie Freeman was born on September 12, 1989, in Fountain Valley, California, United States. He was brought up by his parents, Frederick Freeman (from Windsor, Ontario, Canada) and Rosemary Freeman (from Peterborough/Toronto area, Ontario, Canada), who moved to California for work.

He grew up in Villa Park/Orange County with two older brothers, Andrew Freeman and Phillip Freeman, in a family with deep Salvation Army roots as a sixth-generation Salvationist.

Tragedy struck when his mother died of melanoma skin cancer in 2000 when he was 10 years old; his father raised the family as a single parent.

He attended El Modena High School in Orange, California, where he starred as a first baseman, pitcher, and third baseman, hitting .417 in his senior year.

He was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the second round (78th overall) of the 2007 MLB Draft directly from high school. His ethnicity is American with Canadian heritage.

Career

Freddie Freeman debuted in MLB with the Atlanta Braves on September 1, 2010, after progressing through the minors. He became a cornerstone for the Braves, earning his first All-Star nod in 2011 and consistently hitting over .300 with power.

He won the NL MVP in 2020 (.341 AVG, 13 HR in shortened season), Silver Sluggers (2019–2021), and a Gold Glove (2018). He led the Braves to the 2021 World Series title.

In 2022, he signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he continued excellence, including a 50-double season in 2022 and strong contributions to further championships.

Through 2025, he maintains a career .300 AVG, over 367 HR, and elite on-base skills, playing for Team Canada internationally due to his heritage.

Awards and Nominations

• NL MVP (2020)
• World Series Champion (2021, and others)
• 9× MLB All-Star
• 3× Silver Slugger Award
• Gold Glove Award (2018)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @freddiefreeman
• X Handle: @FreddieFreeman5

Personal Life

Freddie Freeman is currently 36 years old and his height is 6’4″ (196 cm). He is married to Chelsea Freeman (née Goff), whom he met in 2011 while she attended the University of Central Florida; they wed on November 22, 2014.

They have three sons: Charlie (born 2016), Brandon John (born via surrogacy 2020), and Maximus Turner (born 2021). No past relationships are publicly detailed.

Freeman honors his late mother by wearing long sleeves in games and dedicates achievements to his family, emphasizing faith, fatherhood, and resilience after early loss.

Net Worth

Freddie Freeman’s net worth is estimated at $100 million USD. His income primarily comes from MLB contracts including his current six-year $162 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers (annual salary around $27 million, with deferrals); career earnings exceeding $285 million from salaries; endorsements and sponsorships; performance bonuses; and related baseball activities as a top MLB star.