What is Spencer Breslin's Net Worth?
Spencer Breslin is an American actor and musician with a net worth of $2 million. Breslin first gained recognition as a child star, appearing in over 50 commercials by the age of four. He starred in several notable films including "Disney's The Kid," "The Santa Clause 2," "Raising Helen," and "The Happening." Transitioning into adulthood, Breslin began writing music and performing with his band Broken Machine. He is the older brother of actress Abigail Breslin.
Early Life and Education
Born on May 18, 1992, in New York City, Spencer Breslin is the son of Kim, a talent manager, and Michael, a telecommunications consultant. With Austrian-Jewish and Irish descent from his father, and English and Irish roots from his mother, Breslin grew up alongside his siblings Ryan and Abigail, both of whom are also actors. The children were homeschooled by their mother in Manhattan.
Career Beginnings
Breslin was discovered by a talent scout at the age of three while playing in a New York City playground. He entered show business shortly thereafter, appearing in over 50 commercials before he turned four.
Film Career
Spencer Breslin's breakout role came in 2000 with "Disney's The Kid," where he portrayed the young Rusty Duritz, the younger version of Bruce Willis's character. Chosen from thousands of child actors, Breslin's performance garnered him widespread attention. His subsequent roles included voicing a Lost Boy in the 2002 Disney animated film "Return to Never Land" and playing Curtis the Elf in "The Santa Clause 2," alongside Tim Allen. In 2003, he co-starred in "The Cat in the Hat" with Mike Myers, playing the brother of Dakota Fanning's character. Breslin reunited with his real-life sister Abigail in the 2004 movie "Raising Helen" and appeared as Prince Jacques in "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement," starring Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews.
In 2006, Breslin worked again with Tim Allen in "The Shaggy Dog," "Zoom," and "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause." He later starred in M. Night Shyamalan's 2008 feature "The Happening" alongside Mark Wahlberg, and played the titular role in “Harold.” Additionally, Breslin voiced a character in the animated film "Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey," and appeared in films like "Born to Race," "Stuck in Love," "Perfect Sisters," and "Some Kind of Hate."
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Television Career
Breslin's television debut was in 1997 as the youngest son of Dan Aykroyd's character on the ABC sitcom "Soul Man." He later appeared in episodes of "Law & Order," "Trinity," and "Storm of the Century." In 2000, he starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie "The Ultimate Christmas Present," and subsequently appeared in "Robertson's Greatest Hits" and "Kate Brasher." In 2002, he voiced a character in the animated series "Teamo Supremo" and acted in "Mom's on Strike." Breslin also starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie "You Wish!" in 2003.
In 2004, Breslin played the intelligent son of John Goodman's character in the CBS sitcom "Center of the Universe," which was canceled after 10 episodes. He returned to TV in 2009 with a role in "Bless This Mess" and an appearance in "Bones." Breslin's television appearances have been sporadic since then.
Music Career
In 2012, Breslin released his debut album "Labor Day" through his record label, Acadian Recording. The folk rock album featured artists like Kevin Barker, Kyle Forester, Isobel Knowles, and included a spoken-word cameo by Jesse Eisenberg. Breslin also writes and performs with his band Broken Machine.
Personal Life
In 2017, Breslin married Australian activist Grace Tame, known for her advocacy for survivors of sexual assault. They later divorced at an undisclosed date.
