Age, Biography, and Wiki
Jerry O'Connell was born in New York City. His early life and career are highlighted by his breakthrough role in the popular science fiction series "Sliders," where he portrayed Quinn Mallory. You can find more comprehensive details about his life and career on his Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | TV Show Host |
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| Date of Birth | 17 February 1974 |
| Age | 51 Years |
| Birth Place | New York City, NY, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
While specific details about his height and weight are not frequently updated, Jerry O'Connell is known for his tall and lean physique, common among actors in the entertainment industry.
| Height | 6 ft, 2 in |
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Dating & Relationship Status
O'Connell has been married to actress Rebecca Romijn since 2007. The couple shares a combined net worth of $20 million, which includes both of their professional earnings and assets.
O'Connell appeared in the 2009 thriller film Obsessed as "Ben", the best friend and co-worker of the film's protagonist Derek Charles (Idris Elba). He appeared in Eastwick on ABC, on which his wife Romijn starred in the series. He portrayed Derrick Jones in Alexandre Aja's Piranha 3D, which also stars Adam Scott and Elisabeth Shue.
In July 2021, CBS announced that O'Connell would be joining The Talk as a permanent co-host, replacing Sharon Osbourne. That same month, he hosted a test-run of a new syndicated version of Pictionary on Fox stations, which was successful enough to launch with a full season in fall 2022. He and wife Romijn hosted The Real Love Boat on CBS, in 2022.
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| Husband | Rebecca Romijn (m. 2007) |
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Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Jerry O'Connell's net worth is estimated at $20 million, shared with his wife Rebecca Romijn. This figure reflects his income from acting, directing, hosting, and other business ventures.
Career, Business, and Investments
Jerry O'Connell's career is marked by a mix of acting and hosting roles. He gained fame with "Sliders" and has appeared in notable films like "Stand By Me," "Jerry Maguire," and "Piranha 3D." Additionally, he has hosted game shows, including a version of "Pictionary" on Fox. O'Connell also has a recurring role in the animated series "Star Trek: Lower Decks."
In terms of business, while specific investments are not widely documented, O'Connell and his wife have significant real estate holdings. They own properties in New York and California, with one of their properties, a 16-acre mountaintop estate, valued at around $3 million.
O'Connell began his acting career at a young age. As a child, he did commercial work for Duncan Hines cookies. Shortly after turning eleven, he landed his first feature film role as the character Vern Tessio in Rob Reiner's Stand by Me. In 1987, O'Connell appeared in a commercial for Frosted Flakes. He starred in the Canadian science-fiction sitcom My Secret Identity from 1988 to 1991 as the teen hero who develops superhuman traits. During a summer break from NYU, Jerry starred in the feature film Calendar Girl alongside Jason Priestley and Gabriel Olds. He also appeared in the short-lived ABC sitcom Camp Wilder, with Jay Mohr and Hilary Swank, in 1992. During his junior year, O'Connell auditioned for the television pilot Sliders (also filmed in Canada). He was offered the role of Quinn Mallory in the series, which ran for three seasons on Fox and two seasons on the Syfy Channel. He served as producer during his fourth season, and is credited with writing and directing several episodes.
O'Connell is a regular and commonly recurring guest on the Barstool Sports podcast Pardon My Take, where he discusses his passion for fantasy football and his fandom for the show. He maintains the official position of Fantasy Football Expert for the show. As of January 2025, O'Connell's role as general manager of PMT's fantasy team is in jeopardy due to results of the 2024 season. Jerry played an all time prank April 1, 2025 on Max from PMT.
Social Media
O'Connell is active on social media platforms, where he often engages with fans and shares updates about his life and projects. Recently, he posted about learning to play the saxophone, showing his creative side beyond acting.
O'Connell has since gone on to star in such films as Jerry Maguire, Body Shots, Mission to Mars, Tomcats, Scream 2, and Kangaroo Jack. O'Connell also guest-hosted in the late 90s on the late night talk show Later. O'Connell has also tried his hand at screenwriting and sold his first screenplay, for First Daughter, to New Regency in 1999. The film was released in 2004 by 20th Century Fox-based Davis Entertainment. O'Connell served as executive producer and received a "story by" credit on the film, which starred Katie Holmes and Michael Keaton.
Education
Jerry O'Connell attended New York University, where he studied film and television production. His educational background laid the foundation for his future roles in the entertainment industry.
In summary, Jerry O'Connell's diverse career and successful partnerships have contributed to his substantial net worth and enduring presence in the entertainment industry.
He is of half Irish, one quarter Italian, and one quarter Polish ancestry. O'Connell's paternal grandfather was from County Cork, Ireland while his maternal grandmother was from Belfast, Northern Ireland. His maternal grandfather was Charles S. Witkowski, the 34th mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey. O'Connell was raised in Manhattan with his younger brother, actor Charlie O'Connell. As a teenager, he attended Manhattan's Professional Children's School. He attended New York University from 1991 to 1994, majoring in film. While there, he studied screen writing and competed on the fencing team, serving a stint as captain of the sabre squad. He graduated in 1995.