Geoffrey Rush is an Australian actor best known for playing David Helfgott in the film Shine.
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Best Known For:The film Shine
Breakthrough:Breakout film performance in Shine receiving critical acclaim and global awards recognition in 1996
10 Quick Facts About Geoffrey Rush
- Full Name: Geoffrey Rush
- Nationality: Australian
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The film Shine
- Place of Birth: Toowoomba, Queensland
- Birth Year: 1951
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Jane Menelaus
- Specialization: Actor
- Net Worth: $150,000-$10,000,000 (Estimated range)
Geoffrey Rush Age
Geoffrey Rush is about 75 years old as of 2026. Geoffrey Rush was born in 1951.
Education
He attended University of Queensland, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts.
- University of Queensland
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts
Rise to Fame
Geoffrey Rush rose to prominence for his role in the film Shine.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Shine, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, and The King's Speech.
- Film: Shine (David Helfgott, 1996)
- Film: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (Captain Hector Barbossa, 2003)
- Film: The King's Speech (Lionel Logue, 2010)
Awards & Achievements
- Academy Award for Best Actor — Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences — Shine
Geoffrey Rush Family & Relationships
Geoffrey Rush is married to Jane Menelaus.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Geoffrey Rush
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: Australian
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1951
- Place of Birth: Toowoomba, Queensland
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Jane Menelaus
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $35,000–$450,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $150,000–$10,000,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work
