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Ian Lithgow Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 5, 2026: By Josphat Gachie

Ian Lithgow is an American actor best known for playing Leon in 3rd Rock from the Sun.

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Best Known For:The television show 3rd Rock from the Sun
Breakthrough:Cast as Leon, a recurring student of Dick Solomon, in the sitcom 3rd Rock from the Sun in 1996

10 Quick Facts About Ian Lithgow

  • Full Name: Ian Lithgow
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show 3rd Rock from the Sun
  • Date of Birth: February 3, 1972
  • Age: 54 years old
  • Place of Birth: Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Rachel Lithgow
  • Specialization: Actor
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Ian Lithgow Age

Ian Lithgow is 54 years old. He was born on February 3, 1972, and his zodiac sign is Aquarius.

Ian Lithgow Height

Ian Lithgow stands at a height of 6 feet 4 inches. This is approximately 193 cm.

Education

His educational background includes studies at Harvard University and Antioch University Los Angeles.

  • Harvard University
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts
  • Antioch University Los Angeles
    • Qualification: Master of Arts
    • Field of Study: Clinical Psychology

Career & Work

Ian Lithgow's career includes acting and entertainment roles with 3rd Rock from the Sun.

Organization: 3rd Rock from the Sun
Role: Actor (Leon)
Period: 1996–2001
Details: USA

Rise to Fame

Ian Lithgow rose to prominence for his role on the television show 3rd Rock from the Sun.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include 3rd Rock from the Sun and Girls.

  • TV Show: 3rd Rock from the Sun (Leon, 1996-2001)
  • TV Show: Girls (Man in Hallway, 2012)

Ian Lithgow Family & Relationships

Ian Lithgow is married to Rachel Lithgow.

  • Father: John Lithgow
  • Mother: Jean Taynton

Lesser Known Facts

  • He is the eldest son of renowned actor John Lithgow.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Ian Lithgow
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: February 3, 1972
  • Age: 54
  • Birthday: February 3
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
  • Place of Birth: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 4 in
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: John Lithgow
  • Mother: Jean Taynton
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Rachel Lithgow

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $39,000–$495,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $155,000–$10,350,000 (Estimated range)
  • Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work

Related Biographies

  • John Lithgow (Parent • Father)
  • Rachel Lithgow (Spouse • Wife)

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