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Frederic Forrest Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 4, 2026: By Josphat Gachie

Frederic Forrest is an American actor best known for playing Jay 'Chef' Hicks in the film Apocalypse Now.

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Best Known For:The film Apocalypse Now
Breakthrough:Received Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Rose in 1979

10 Quick Facts About Frederic Forrest

  • Full Name: Frederic Forrest
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The film Apocalypse Now
  • Date of Birth: December 23, 1936
  • Age: 89 years old
  • Place of Birth: Waxahachie, Texas
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Specialization: Actor
  • Net Worth: $5,000,000

Frederic Forrest Age

Frederic Forrest is about 90 years old as of 2026. Frederic Forrest was born in 1936.

Frederic Forrest Height

Frederic Forrest stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.

Education

He attended Texas Christian University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Radio and Television.

  • Texas Christian University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Radio and Television

Rise to Fame

Frederic Forrest rose to prominence for his role in the film Apocalypse Now.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Apocalypse Now and The Rose.

  • Film: Apocalypse Now (Jay 'Chef' Hicks, 1979)
  • Film: The Rose (Huston Dyer, 1979)

Awards & Achievements

  • NSFC Award for Best Supporting Actor — NSFC — The Rose

Frederic Forrest Net Worth

Frederic Forrest's net worth is estimated to be between $5,000,000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.

Frederic Forrest Family & Relationships

  • Father: Frederic Fenimore Forrest
  • Mother: Virginia Allie Forrest

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Frederic Forrest
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Deceased
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: December 23, 1936
  • Age: 89
  • Birthday: December 23
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Place of Birth: Waxahachie, Texas

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 10 in
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Frederic Fenimore Forrest
  • Mother: Virginia Allie Forrest
  • Marital Status: Divorced

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $40,000–$518,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $5,000,000
  • Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work

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