Forest Whitaker Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Boyfriend, Net Worth

Forest Whitaker is an American actor, filmmaker, and activist renowned for his powerful, transformative performances. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in The Last King of Scotland (2006) and has built a distinguished career spanning more than four decades.

Forest Steven Whitaker III was born on July 15, 1961, in Longview, Texas, United States. he is 65 years old. His nationality is American, and his zodiac sign is Cancer.

He is the son of Laura Francis (née Smith), a special education teacher, and Forest E. Whitaker Jr., an insurance salesman. The family moved to the Los Angeles area (including Carson and South Central) when he was young. Whitaker has siblings, including brothers Kenn and Damon, who have also worked as actors.

Personal Details

Full Name	Forest Steven Whitaker III
Profession	Actor, filmmaker, activist
Date of Birth	15 July 1961
Age	65 years
Birthplace	Longview, Texas, USA
Nationality	American
Zodiac Sign	Cancer
Friends	Catherine Ritchson
Parents	Laura Francis Smith and Forest E. Whitaker Jr.
Spouse	Keisha Nash (m. 1996; div. 2021)
Children	3 (plus stepdaughter from marriage)

Career

Forest Whitaker made his film debut in Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982). He gained early notice with roles in The Color of Money (1986), Platoon (1986), and Good Morning, Vietnam (1987). His performance as jazz legend Charlie Parker in Clint Eastwood’s Bird (1988) earned him the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival.

He continued with critically acclaimed work in films such as The Crying Game (1992), Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1999), and Panic Room (2002). His career-defining role came as Idi Amin in The Last King of Scotland (2006), for which he won the Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Actor.

Later highlights include The Butler (2013), Arrival (2016), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), and Black Panther (2018). He has also directed films such as Waiting to Exhale (1995) and Hope Floats (1998), produced projects supporting emerging filmmakers, and maintained a steady presence in both film and television.

Forest Whitaker Wife

Forest Whitaker married actress Keisha Nash in 1996; they divorced in 2021. The couple has two daughters together (including actress True Whitaker). He has a son, Ocean, from a previous relationship, and Nash brought a daughter, Autumn, into the marriage. Whitaker is known for his commitment to social causes, peace-building, and youth initiatives, including work connected to UNESCO and African development efforts. He practices yoga and holds a black belt in karate.

Physical Appearance

Height	6 feet 2 inches (188 cm)
Eye Color	Dark brown
Hair Color	Bald / Gray (when present)
Body Type	Solid / Athletic build

Forest Whitaker Net Worth

Forest Whitaker’s estimated net worth is commonly cited around $25 million by secondary sources. His income has come from a long career in film and television, directing and producing, and related professional activities. Exact verified figures are not publicly available.