Who is Jonathan Taylor Thomas?
Born on September 8, 1981, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, formerly known as Jonathan Taylor Weiss, is an American actor and director. He became famous for his portrayal of Randy Taylor on ‘Home Improvement’ and for voicing young Simba in Walt Disney Pictures’ 1994 film, ‘The Lion King.’ His stage name is an amalgamation of his actual first name, his actual middle name, and his brother’s middle name (Thomas). As a child star, Thomas had a successful career. He appeared in numerous films as an actor and voice artist and was nominated for many awards, but only won five of them.
Despite his self-imposed sabbatical from acting in the 2000s, he continued to make appearances in ‘Smallville’, ‘The Simpsons’, and ‘8 Simple Rules’. He made a brief return to television in 2013 for the fourth season of ‘Last Man Standing’, with the intention of reuniting with his ‘Home Improvement’ television parents, Tim Allen and Patricia Richardson.
| Real Name/Full Name | Jonathan Taylor Thomas |
| Date Of Birth | 8 September 1981 |
| Age | 44 years old |
| Birthplace | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Father Name | Stephen Weiss. |
| Mother Name | Claudine Gonsalves. |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Height | 5 feet 5 inch |
| Weight | 64 kg |
| Marital Status | Not Married |
| Siblings | Joel Thomas Weiss |
| Profession | Actor, and Director. |
| Net worth | $12 Million. |
Biography
Jonathan Taylor Thomas was born on 8 September 1981 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States. He grew up with his parents, Stephen Weiss and Claudine Gonsalves, along with his brother, Joel Thomas Weiss.
Thomas’s educational background includes graduating from Chaminade College Preparatory School in West Hills, California. He later attended Harvard University, where he studied philosophy and history. His academic achievements reflect his commitment to personal growth beyond the entertainment industry. Ethnically, Thomas is white, and he aligns with the Christian faith.
Personal Life
Jonathan Taylor Thomas has kept his personal life under wraps. No confirmed details of his relationships have been disclosed, even though he has been romantically linked to a few women in past. After stepping back from the spotlight, he has kept his personal affairs out of public view and has maintained a low-profile lifestyle.
Career
Jonathan Taylor Thomas appeared in several TV commercials during his early childhood. The US version of ‘The Adventures of Spot’ had him voice Spot from 1987 to 1993. In 1990, he made his acting debut playing the role of Kevin Brady on the TV series ‘The Bradys’, which itself was a spin-off of the 1970s show ‘The Brady Bunch’.
The following year, he went on to appear on the Fox sketch-comedy series ‘In Living Color’ and bagged the main role of Randy Taylor on the ABC sitcom ‘Home Improvement’, which made him a household name in the US. It also helped him earn roles in films, including a voice role as Young Simba in Disney’s blockbuster animated musical ‘The Lion King’, the titular role in ‘The Adventures of Pinocchio’, and lead roles in several films including ‘Man of the House’, ‘Tom and Huck’ and ‘Wild America’. He continued working on ‘Home Improvement’ until 1998, but then quit the show to attend school, travel, and take a break. Even though he left acting during his peak, he is still remembered fondly by fans.
Thomas has only been acting occasionally since leaving Home Improvement. During the early 2000s, he had a minor role on 8 Simple Rules, a different ABC sitcom, and appeared in Smallville on the WB in 2002 and 2004. In 2005, Thomas appeared in UPN’s high school detective drama Veronica Mars and was also featured on The E! True Hollywood Story’s episode on Home Improvement.
On March 22, 2013, Thomas guest-starred on the second-season finale of his third ABC sitcom, Last Man Standing, and again in the fourth episode of the third season on October 11, 2013, reuniting with Tim Allen, his TV father from Home Improvement. On January 10, 2015, he appeared in a small cameo on the 12th episode of Last Man Standing’s fourth season, reunited with his TV parents from Home Improvement, Tim Allen and Patricia Richardson.
He also played a role in live-action films. He was a member of the Disney cast for Man of the House, Tom and Huck, and I’ll Be Home for Christmas. Thomas has starred in live action films such as an adaption of The Adventures of Pinocchio (in which he played and voiced the titular character), Wild America, Speedway Junky, and Walking Across Egypt.
Filmography
Movies
- 1994 The Lion King (Voice)
- 1994 Pom Poko (Voice)
- 1995 Man of the House
- 1995 Tom and Huck
- 1996 The Adventures of Pinocchio (Voice)
- 1997 Wild America
- 1998 I Woke Up Early the Day I Died
- 1988 I’ll Be Home for Christmas
- 1988 The Emperor’s New Clothes: An All-Star Illustrated Retelling of the Classic Fairy Tale (Voice)
- 1999 Speedway Junky
- 1999 Walking Across Egypt
- 2000 Common Ground
- 2000 The Tangerine Bear: Home in Time for Christmas! (Voice)
- 2000 Timothy Tweedle the First Christmas Elf Timothy Tweedle TV movie
- 2001 An American Town
- 2005 Tilt-A-Whirl
- 2005 Thru the Moebius Strip
TV Series
- 1989–1993 The Adventures of Spot (Voice) (TV Series)
- 1990 The Bradys (TV Series)
- 1991 In Living Color (TV Series)
- 1991–1998 Home Improvement (TV Series)
- 1994 The Itsy Bitsy Spider (Voice) (TV Series)
- 1996 The Oz Kids (Voice) (TV Series)
- 2000 Ally McBeal (TV Series)
- 2000–2001 The Wild Thornberrys (Voice) (TV Series)
- 2002–2004 Smallville (TV Series)
- 2003 The Simpsons (Voice) (TV Series)
- 2004 8 Simple Rules (TV Series)
- 2005 Veronica Mars (TV Series)
- 2013–2015 Last Man Standing (TV Series)
Net Worth
The estimated worth of Jonathan Taylor Thomas is $12 million. His fortune was a result of his successful acting career in the 1990s, where he played outstanding roles in television and film. Despite his departure from acting, his works still resonate with fans, making him a beloved figure in the entertainment world.
