Age, Biography, and Wiki
Dave Franco, born David John Franco, is an American actor, voice actor, and filmmaker. He is the younger brother of actor James Franco. As of 2025, Dave Franco is 39 years old. His journey in the entertainment industry began with small roles in films and television series, eventually leading to more prominent roles that have established him as a significant figure in Hollywood.
Occupation | Screenwriter |
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Date of Birth | 12 June 1985 |
Age | 40 Years |
Birth Place | Palo Alto, California, U.S. |
Horoscope | Gemini |
Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
- Height: 5' 8.4" (173 cm)
- Specific details about his weight are not widely available.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Dave Franco is married to actress Alison Brie. The couple started dating in 2015 and got married in 2017. They have been together for several years and are known for their private and supportive relationship.
Franco has also starred in Fright Night (2011), Now You See Me (2013) and its sequel Now You See Me 2 (2016), Neighbors (2014) and its sequel Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016), Nerve (2016), The Disaster Artist (2017), and Day Shift (2022). In 2020, he made his directorial debut with The Rental, starring his wife Alison Brie.
Franco's father was of Portuguese (from Madeira) and Swedish descent. Franco's mother is Jewish (of Russian Jewish descent); her parents had changed the surname from "Verovitz" to "Verne". Franco's paternal grandmother, Marjorie (Peterson) Franco, is an author of young adult books. Franco's maternal grandmother, Mitzie (Levine) Verne, owned the Verne Art Gallery, a prominent art gallery in Cleveland, and was an active member in the National Council of Jewish Women. Franco grew up in California with his two older brothers, James and Tom, both of whom are also actors.
Franco started dating actress Alison Brie in 2012. In August 2015, the couple became engaged. On March 13, 2017, representatives for the couple confirmed that they had married in a private ceremony. Franco is Jewish.
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Husband | Alison Brie (m. 2017) |
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Dave Franco's net worth is estimated at around $10 million, primarily earned from his successful film and television career. His income is derived from starring roles in blockbuster films and television series, as well as potential endorsement deals and other business ventures.
Career, Business, and Investments
Dave Franco's career in the entertainment industry includes notable roles in films like "21 Jump Street," "Now You See Me," "Neighbors," and "The Disaster Artist." His breakthrough came with a starring role in the ninth season of the TV series "Scrubs." In addition to acting, Franco made his directorial debut with the film "The Rental" in 2020, which starred his wife Alison Brie.
As for business ventures, there is no public information about Dave Franco having significant investments or business ventures outside of his film career.
David John Franco (born June 12, 1985) is an American actor and filmmaker. He began his career with small roles in films such as Superbad (2007) and Charlie St. Cloud (2010). Following a starring role in the final season of the comedy series Scrubs (2009–2010), Franco had his film breakthrough with a supporting role in the buddy comedy film 21 Jump Street (2012).
He studied at the University of Southern California, and originally envisioned himself as a high school teacher teaching creative writing, until his brother James Franco's manager guided him to a theater class when he was a sophomore, where he started learning acting skills. Franco first became interested in film-making while working at a video rental store when he was 14; he was paid in free movie rentals as he was under the legal working age.
Franco's 2014 roles included the Seth Rogen comedy Neighbors and a cameo appearance in 22 Jump Street. For the former, Franco won an MTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Duo, alongside Zac Efron. Their pre-planned skit during their acceptance speech, involving both of them dressed as Robert De Niro characters and squeezing each other's crotches, sparked media backlash. In 2015, he co-starred with Vince Vaughn and Tom Wilkinson in the comedy Unfinished Business.
Social Network
While Dave Franco is active on social media, he maintains a relatively low profile compared to other actors. He uses platforms primarily for professional updates and interactions with fans.
Education
Information about Dave Franco's educational background is limited. However, he began his career early, which suggests a focus on acting and filmmaking from a young age.