Jason Priestley is a Canadian actor and television director best known for his role as Brandon Walsh on the hit series Beverly Hills, 90210.
Born on August 28, 1969, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Priestley has significantly impacted the entertainment industry.
Profile
- Full Name: Jason Bradford Priestley
- Date of Birth: August 28, 1969
- Age: 54 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of Birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian and American
- Profession: Actor, television director
- Height: 1.73m
- Parents: Sharon Kirk (mother)
- Siblings: Justine Priestley (sister), Karin and Kristi (step-siblings)
- Spouse: Naomi Lowde
- Children: Ava Veronica Priestley (daughter), Dashiell Orson Priestley (son)
- Relationship Status: Married
- Net Worth: $20 million
Early Life & Education
Jason Bradford Priestley, 54 years old as of 2023, was born in North Vancouver, British Columbia, on August 28, 1969.
He was raised in a family with a strong connection to the entertainment industry. His mother, Sharon Kirk, was an actress and acting coach.
Jason has two known siblings. An immediate sister, Justine Priestley, and one half-sister, Karin and Kristi.
Priestley attended Argyle Secondary School in North Vancouver and graduated from there. He has an older sister, Justine Priestley, who is also an actress.
Growing up, Priestley developed a passion for acting, inspired by his mother’s involvement in the industry.
Personal Life
In terms of his personal life, Priestley has had two marriages. He first married make-up artist Ashlee Petersen in 1999, but the marriage ended in divorce just 11 months later in 2000. In 2005, he tied the knot with Naomi Lowde, a make-up artist.
The couple has two children together. Their daughter, Ava Veronica, was born on July 2, 2007, and their son, Dashiell Orson, was born on July 9, 2009.
Priestley’s family life is a significant part of his identity and has brought him much joy and fulfillment.
Career
Priestley’s career in the entertainment industry began at a young age, starting with commercials for companies like Fletcher’s Meats.
He debuted his television with a guest-starring role in the popular series Airwolf in 1987. He went on to appear in shows like 21 Jump Street and Quantum Leap before landing the iconic role of Brandon Walsh in Beverly Hills, 90210 in 1990.
The series catapulted Priestley to international fame and made him a household name. He also directed several episodes of the show.
After Beverly Hills, 90210, Priestley continued to work in television, appearing in shows like Tru Calling, Love Monkey, and Without a Trace.
He also took on film roles, including Love and Death on Long Island and Double Down. In recent years, Priestley has focused more on directing and helming episodes of various television shows such as 7th Heaven, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, and Private Eyes.
Net Worth
Jason Priestley’s net worth is estimated to be around $20 million.
Throughout his career, he has earned a substantial income from acting roles, directing projects, and various other ventures in the entertainment industry.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @jason_priestley
- Twitter handle: @Jason_Priestley
Filmography
- The Boy Who Could Fly
- Watchers
- Calendar Girl
- Tombstone
- Love and Death on Long Island
- Eye of the Beholder
- The Fourth Angel
- Cherish
- Cas & Dylan
- Zoom
- Enter the Dangerous Mind
- Dear Christmas
