Josh Brolin

Josh Brolin is an American actor whose career has spanned four decades, evolving from teen heartthrob to one of Hollywood’s most respected dramatic actors. Born in Santa Monica, California, Brolin is the son of actor James Brolin, though he initially resisted following in his father’s footsteps. He made his film debut in the classic 1985 adventure film The Goonies, which became a beloved cultural touchstone, before experiencing a period of relatively modest work in the late 1980s and 1990s.

Brolin’s career underwent a dramatic resurgence in the mid-2000s. His performance in the Coen Brothers’ No Country for Old Men (2007) was a turning point, leading to a string of critically acclaimed roles. He received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for Milk (2008), in which he portrayed real-life politician Dan White. He continued to take on challenging roles in films like W. (2008), where he portrayed President George W. Bush, and the Coen Brothers’ True Grit (2010).

Brolin’s biggest commercial success came through his roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He portrayed the villain Thanos in multiple Avengers films, most notably Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019), which became the second highest-grossing film of all time with nearly $2.8 billion worldwide. He also played Cable in Deadpool 2 (2018), further cementing his blockbuster appeal.

Beyond the MCU, Brolin has continued to deliver strong performances in films like Sicario (2015), Hail, Caesar! (2016), and the Dune franchise, where he portrayed Gurney Halleck. His ability to balance massive franchise work with serious dramatic roles has made him one of the most versatile actors of his generation, and his consistent output has built his net worth to an estimated $50 million.