Simon Baker Biography

Simon Baker is a 53 years old Australian actor and director. He is best known for playing the lead role of Patrick Jane in the TV show The Mentalist and as Nicholas Fallin in The Guardian. Simon Baker has also acted in movies like The Ring Two, The Devil Wears Prada, and Land of the Dead.

The actor has been a part of various movies and tv shows throughout the years. Besides his personal life is also has been in the limelight. Let's discuss his wife, current relationships, net worth, and more in this article below:

Simon Baker's early life

Simon Baker was born on the 30th of July, 1969 in Tasmania, Australia. His parents are Barry and Elizabeth. He is of Australian nationality and his ethnicity is white.

Baker received his formal education from St. Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School and then he joined Ballina High School. He completed his secondary education there in 1986.

Instead of pursuing his higher education, Simon Baker began appearing in television shows and music videos at the end of the 1980s.

Simon Baker's career

The Australian artist then appeared on the television series, E Street in 1992 and made his feature film debut in L.A. Confidential, starring Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, and Guy Pearce, in 1997.

He made his directorial debut in 2002 when he directed an episode of The Guardian, in which has acted as well alongside Kathleen Chalfant.

Simon Baker's personal life

From the start of 1993, Simon began living together with Rebecca Rigg after being in love affairs for a few years. After being together for about five years, they finally got married in 1998. They have already welcomed three children together named Stella Baker, an actress, (b. 1993), Claude Baker (b. 1998), and Harry Baker (b. 2001). Even after being parents of three kids, the married pair divorced in 2020. 

The director started dating Laura May Gibbs after his separation from his wife, Rigg. However, the pair is yet to announce their wedding or further move. He took no time to date another lady after the separation from his 22 years long wife, Rigg, who is also an actress. 

Simon Baker's net worth

For his role in The Mentalist, Simon Baker earned a salary of $250,000 per episode, and his net worth is said to be around $30 million. Also, some online closets have revealed his net worth to be around $40 Million. His major earning source is his career as an actor and director. Further, he is one of the highest earnings actors. 

Australian actor cum director, Simon Baker with his friends posing for the camera
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 The artist lives a high-profile life without a doubt. He spends his earnings on vacations, a luxurious lifestyle, and branded clothes. Also, the man has named several properties in his name. Besides his movies and tv shows, the man makes a decent amount from his involvement in various brand endorsements and advertisements. 

Charity Works

Simon Baker has been involved in various charitable endeavors throughout his career. Here are a few examples of his charitable work:

1. The Butterfly Foundation: Baker has been an ambassador for The Butterfly Foundation, an Australian organization that supports people with eating disorders and body image issues.

2. Stand Up To Cancer: Baker participated in the Stand Up To Cancer telethon in 2008, which aimed to raise funds for cancer research and treatment.

3. R U OK?: He has also supported the R U OK? campaign, an Australian suicide prevention initiative that encourages people to have meaningful conversations and check in on the mental well-being of others.

4. Children's Hospital Los Angeles: Baker has been involved with fundraising efforts for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles, which provides healthcare services to children in need.

5. AIDS/LifeCycle: He has participated in the AIDS/LifeCycle event, a seven-day bike ride that raises funds and awareness for HIV/AIDS-related services.

Simon Baker Movies and TV Shows

Simon Baker is an Australian actor known for his roles in both movies and television shows. Here is a list of some of his notable works:

Movies:

1. L.A. Confidential (1997) - Officer Richard "White" Exley
2. Ride with the Devil (1999) - George Clyde
3. Red Planet (2000) - Chip Pettengill
4. The Affair of the Necklace (2001) - Rétaux de Villette
5. The Ring Two (2005) - Max Rourke
6. The Devil Wears Prada (2006) - Christian Thompson
7. Sex and Death 101 (2007) - Roderick Blank
8. The Killer Inside Me (2010) - Howard Hendricks
9. Margin Call (2011) - Jared Cohen
10. Breath (2017) - Sando

Television Shows:

1. E Street (1992-1993) - Constable Sam Farrell
2. Heartbreak High (1994-1996) - Tom Summers
3. The Guardian (2001-2004) - Nick Fallin
4. Smith (2006) - Jeff Breen
5. The Mentalist (2008-2015) - Patrick Jane (also served as producer and director for some episodes)
6. Breathless (2012) - Harry Sabatini (TV movie)
7. The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015-2020) - Himself (as a guest)
8. High Ground (2020) - Travis (also served as producer)
9. The Breaker Upperers (2020) - Jeremy (cameo)

Take a look at his Awards and Achievements

Simon Baker has received several awards and nominations throughout his career.

Simon Baker with his mother
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  Here are some of his notable awards and achievements:

1. Golden Globe Awards:

   • Nominee for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Drama for "The Mentalist" (2009, 2010)

2. Primetime Emmy Awards:

   • Nominee for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for "The Mentalist" (2010, 2011)

3. Screen Actors Guild Awards:

   • Nominee for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series for "The Mentalist" (2009, 2010)

4. Logie Awards (Australian television awards):

   • Winner of the Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality on Australian Television (2010)
   • Winner of the Silver Logie for Most Popular Actor for "The Mentalist" (2010, 2011)

5. Australians in Film Awards:

   • Winner of the Breakthrough Award (2012)

6. Australians in Film Heath Ledger Scholarship:

   • Mentor and supporter of the scholarship program

7. Walk of Fame:

   • Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2013)

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