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Jodie Foster

Jodie Foster is an American actress, director, and producer born in Los Angeles on November 19, 1962.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jodie Foster (born Alicia Christian Foster on November 19, 1962) is an American actress, director, and producer. She began her career as a child actor and became one of Hollywood's most acclaimed performers, winning two Academy Awards and many other major honours. Foster has also directed several feature films and television episodes.

Early life and acting career

Jodie Foster was born Alicia Christian Foster in Los Angeles and began acting at a young age. She became widely recognized for roles in films such as Taxi Driver before moving into adult leading roles.

Major film and television work

Foster is known for acclaimed performances in The Accused, The Silence of the Lambs, Contact, Panic Room, Nyad, and True Detective: Night Country. Her work has earned her multiple major awards across film and television, including Academy Awards for The Accused and The Silence of the Lambs.

Directing career

In addition to acting, Foster has directed feature films and television episodes. Her directing credits include Little Man Tate, Home for the Holidays, The Beaver, and Money Monster.

Personal life

Foster married photographer and actor Alexandra Hedison in 2014. She has two sons, Charles and Kit.

Key facts

  • She was born in 1962 and is best known for her work in film and television.
  • She began her career as a child actor and later became a leading actress.
  • She won Academy Awards for The Accused and The Silence of the Lambs.
  • She has also directed films including Little Man Tate, Home for the Holidays, The Beaver, and Money Monster.
  • She is married to photographer and actor Alexandra Hedison and has two children, Charles and Kit.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Jodie Foster?
Jodie Foster was born on November 19, 1962, which makes her 63 years old as of 2026.
What movies has Jodie Foster directed?
Her directing credits include Little Man Tate, Home for the Holidays, The Beaver, and Money Monster.
Is Jodie Foster married?
Yes. She has been married to Alexandra Hedison since 2014.
What happened to Jodie Foster's career?
Nothing ended it; she moved from child acting into a long-running career as a leading actress and later expanded into directing and producing.
Who are Jodie Foster's children?
She has two sons, Charles and Kit.
What is Jodie Foster's net worth?
Reliable, up-to-date net worth figures are not consistently published in authoritative sources, so an exact verified amount is not provided here.

References

  1. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Jodie-Foster
    Supports: Married to Alexandra Hedison.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000149/
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, spouse, and basic biographical details.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jodie_Foster
    Supports: Biography, awards, spouse, and career overview.
  4. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/jodie-foster
    Supports: Career overview, awards, spouse, children, and recent work.
  5. People — https://www.people.com/jodie-foster-golden-age-globes-8769565
    Supports: Recent career activity and children's names.
  6. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/jodie-foster/
    Supports: Spouse, birth date, and career description.