Jeff Daniels is an American actor best known for playing Harry Dunne in the film Dumb and Dumber.
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Best Known For:The film Dumb and Dumber
Breakthrough:Starred in Woody Allen's critically acclaimed cinematic masterpiece The Purple Rose of Cairo in 1985
10 Quick Facts About Jeff Daniels
- Full Name: Jeff Daniels
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The film Dumb and Dumber
- Date of Birth: February 19, 1955
- Age: 71 years old
- Place of Birth: Athens, Georgia
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Rosemary Treado
- Specialization: Actor and Musician / Singer
Jeff Daniels Age
Jeff Daniels is about 71 years old as of 2026. Jeff Daniels was born in 1955.
Jeff Daniels Height
Jeff Daniels stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.
Education
He attended Central Michigan University, where he studied Theater.
- Central Michigan University
- Field of Study: Theater
Rise to Fame
Jeff Daniels rose to prominence for his role in the film Dumb and Dumber.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Dumb and Dumber, The Newsroom, and The Purple Rose of Cairo.
Television
- TV Show: The Newsroom (Will McAvoy, 2012-2014) — Won Primetime Emmy Award for Lead Actor
Film
- Film: Dumb and Dumber (Harry Dunne, 1994) — Co-starred alongside Jim Carrey
- Film: The Purple Rose of Cairo (Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd, 1985)
Awards & Achievements
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series — Academy of Television Arts & Sciences — The Newsroom
Jeff Daniels Family & Relationships
Jeff Daniels is married to Kathleen Rosemary Treado. He has 3 children, including Benjamin Daniels and Lucas Daniels.
- Father: Robert Lee Daniels
- Mother: Marjorie J. Daniels
- Siblings:
- John Daniels
- Children:
- Benjamin Daniels
- Lucas Daniels
- Rachel Daniels
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jeff Daniels
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: February 19, 1955
- Age: 71
- Birthday: February 19
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: Athens, Georgia
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 3 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: Robert Lee Daniels
- Mother: Marjorie J. Daniels
- Siblings: John Daniels
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Rosemary Treado
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Multiple Sources
Related Biographies
- Kathleen Rosemary Treado (Spouse)
- Robert Lee Daniels (Parent)
- Marjorie J. Daniels (Parent)
- Benjamin Daniels (Child)
- Lucas Daniels (Child)
- Rachel Daniels (Child)
