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: $425K - $4.3M
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: $51K - $213K (Est)
- Net Worth: $425K - $4.3M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
