Edward Norton Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft |
Weight | 79 kg |
Date of Birth | August 18, 1969 |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Eye Color | Blue |
Edward Norton is an American actor and filmmaker who is best known for portraying roles such as Eric Byer in The Bourne Legacy, Henckels in The Grand Budapest Hotel, Bruce Banner / Hulk in The Incredible Hulk, Eisenheim in The Illusionist, Will Graham in Red Dragon, and Derek Vinyard in American History X. He has also appeared in a variety of other TV shows and films such as Primal Fear, Everyone Says I Love You, Fight Club, Frida, The Italian Job, After the Sunset, Kingdom of Heaven, Man from Plains, Pride and Glory, Moonrise Kingdom, Collateral Beauty, The French Dispatch, Modern Family, and many more. For his acting skills, Edward has been honored with numerous awards such as the Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Critics’ Choice Movie Award.
Born Name
Edward Harrison Norton
Nick Name
Ed

Sun Sign
Leo
Born Place
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Nationality
Education
In 1987, Edward graduated from Wilde Lake High School in Columbia.
Further, he went to Yale University and studied History. In 1991, Norton graduated with his Bachelor of Arts degree.
Occupation
Actor, filmmaker, activist
Family
- Father – Edward Mower Norton Jr. (Marine Lieutenant, Environmental Lawyer, and Conservation Advocate)
- Mother – Lydia Robinson “Robin” (née Rouse) (English Teacher) (Died of brain tumor in 1997)
- Siblings – Molly Norton (Younger Sister), Jim Norton (Younger Brother)
- Others – James Rouse (Maternal Grandfather) (Entrepreneur, Founder of The Rouse Company and a couple of others), Patty Rouse (Maternal Step-Grandmother)
Manager
Endeavor Talent Agency
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft or 183 cm
Weight
79 kg or 174 pounds
Girlfriend / Spouse
Edward Norton dated –

Race / Ethnicity
White
Edward has English, Irish, German, and Scots-Irish (Northern Irish) ancestry.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Different voice
- Often plays characters with dual personalities

Brand Endorsements
Edward has appeared in commercials for Independent Film Channel (1998), Droid by Motorola (2013), etc.
Edward voiced the commercials for fantasy football website, DraftKings (2015), and Yokohama tyres.
He was seen in print ads for PRADA designer phone.
Norton was seen in PSA for The ONE Campaign.
Edward has also endorsed Verizon.
Religion
Episcopalian
Best Known For
Playing Mike Shiner in the Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014).
First Film
Edward debuted with the 1996 neo-noir crime-thriller film Primal Fear for his supporting role as Aaron Stampler / Roy. He was nominated for 4 awards as a supporting actor and won all the 4.
First TV Show
In 2000 and 2013, Edward voiced the role of Devon Bradley and Reverend Elijah Hooper in Fox’s animated sitcom The Simpsons in 2 episodes.
As an actor, Norton has appeared as himself in the pilot episode of Comedy Central’s short-lived TV series Stella in 2005.
Personal Trainer
To play Derek Vinyard in the American History X (1998) film, he underwent a circuit workout, which he performed three times a week targeting his full body. It was aimed to increase his muscular growth.
Here are 5 exercises which he did during each workout session –
- Chest Press – 3-5 sets; 3-8 reps
- Squats – 5 sets; 3-8 reps
- Military Press – 3 sets; 3-8 reps
- Pull-ups – 2-3 sets; 8-10 reps
- Hyperextensions (for back) – 1-2 sets; 15 reps each
Edward also ate protein-rich diet. Protein-rich diet also helps in shedding off excess fat.
Edward Norton Favorite Things
- Films – Ruggles of Red Gap (1935), The Cruise (1998), The King of Comedy (1982), Tampopo (1986), Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (1966)
- Actors – Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Joseph Conrad, Ernest Hemingway, J. D. Salinger, Tom Wolfe
- Musicians – Radiohead, Elliott Smith, Red Hot Chili Peppers, R.E.M., Tom Waits
Source – IMDb, AceShowBiz
Edward Norton Facts
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