Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 28/10/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Latest News about Joaquin Phoenix
04/02/2026
Pedro Pascal was cast in Todd Haynes' gay romance film De Noche, taking over the lead role after Joaquin Phoenix exited the project in August 2024. Pascal's casting was reported in February 2026, with filming scheduled to begin in March 2026. Phoenix's departure had been a notable change to the film's lead casting.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Joaquin Rafael Phoenix |
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| Birth Name | Joaquin Rafael Bottom |
| Early Credit Name | Leaf Phoenix |
| Known For | Dark and unconventional screen roles, including Commodus in Gladiator, Johnny Cash in Walk the Line, and Arthur Fleck in Joker |
| Overview | American actor known for immersive performances. He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and raised in Los Angeles after his family relocated there. He began as a child actor alongside his brother River Phoenix. |
Personal Life
| Lifestyle | Vegan since childhood |
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| Activism | Animal rights activist |
| Privacy | Known for keeping his personal life private |
Relationships & More
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Family
| Father | John Bottom |
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| Mother | Arlyn Dunetz |
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Career
| Debut | Child role in the television series Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1982-83 season) |
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| Other Work | Has also directed music videos and produced films and television |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Appeared with his brother River in the 1984 ABC Afterschool Special Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia | |
| 2. Became an avid break dancer | |
| 3. Retreated from acting for a period following his brother River's death in 1993 | |
| 4. Played the role of Jesus Christ in a film, according to a critical profile of his career |
