Brandon Routh Wife, Age, Height, Weight, Net Worth
Brandon Routh is an American actor best known for portraying Superman/Clark Kent in the 2006 film Superman Returns and later as Ray Palmer/The Atom in the Arrowverse series DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. He has maintained a steady career in film and television for more than two decades.
Brandon James Routh was born on October 9, 1979, in Des Moines, Iowa, and grew up in nearby Norwalk. he is 47 years old. He is the third of four children of Ronald Routh, a carpenter and jazz drummer, and Catherine (née Lear) Routh, a teacher and jazz singer. His siblings include sister Sara Routh.
Routh began his career with modeling and early television guest roles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including appearances on Odd Man Out, Gilmore Girls, and Undressed.
His breakthrough came when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in Bryan Singer’s Superman Returns (2006). The role brought him international recognition. He followed with supporting and leading parts in films such as Zack and Miri Make a Porno (2008), Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010, as Todd Ingram), and Dylan Dog: Dead of Night (2011).
On television, he had a recurring role as Daniel Shaw on Chuck (2010–2011). He joined the Arrowverse as Ray Palmer/The Atom, appearing on Arrow, The Flash, and as a series regular on DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (2016–2020). He notably reprised his Superman role in the 2019–2020 “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover. Later credits include guest and recurring roles in shows such as With Love, Quantum Leap, and the animated Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (reprising Todd Ingram). He has continued working in film and television into the mid-2020s.
Brandon Routh Wife
Routh married actress Courtney Ford on November 24, 2007. The couple welcomed a son, Leo James Routh, in 2012. Ford filed for divorce in January 2025 citing irreconcilable differences; the divorce was finalized later that year. As of mid-2025, Routh has been linked to actress Rachael Leigh Cook.
Physical Appearance
Height
6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
Eye Color
Brown
Hair Color
Dark brown (with some gray in later years)
Body Type
Athletic / lean
Other
Tall stature that suited the Superman role
Brandon Routh Net Worth
Routh’s net worth typically range from approximately $2 million to $3 million.
FAQs
When was Brandon Routh born and how old is he?
He was born on October 9, 1979, and is 47 years old
Is Brandon Routh married?
He was married to Courtney Ford from 2007 until their divorce in 2025. As of 2025–2026 he has been linked to Rachael Leigh Cook.
Does Brandon Routh have children?
Yes. He has one son, Leo James Routh, born in 2012.
