Morgan Freeman
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Morgan Freeman
Date of Birth: June 1, 1937
Place of Birth: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Height: 188 cm (6′2″)
Weight: ~79 kg (174 lbs)
Religion: Secular/humanist outlook
Nationality: American
Ancestry: African-American
Languages: English (native)
Marital Status: Previously married; private personal life
Children: Multiple, including Alfonso, Saifoulaye, Deena, Morgana
Occupation: Actor, Producer, Narrator
Education: Greenwood High School; acting training & theatre
Net Worth: $100M–$250M (public estimates, unverified)
Total Social Followers: FB 30M+ • IG 5M+
Businesses: Revelations Entertainment; Ground Zero Blues Club
Current Residence: Mississippi (Charleston region)
Number of Houses: Multiple (US)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Mississippi; discovered acting in school plays.
- Served in the U.S. Air Force before fully pursuing acting.
- Early work in theater and public television.
- Broke out with acclaimed performances in the 1980s.
- Developed a globally recognizable narration voice.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1989–1994: Driving Miss Daisy, The Shawshank Redemption.
- 1995–2005: Se7en, Million Dollar Baby (Oscar win), Batman Begins.
- 2006–2014: Invictus, Now You See Me franchise.
- 2010s–2020s: Numerous narrations for documentaries/series.
- Revelations Entertainment: Producing film/TV projects.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award; Golden Globes; SAG Awards; AFI honors.
- National Medal of Arts and industry lifetime recognitions.
- Global acclaim for distinctive narration and gravitas.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Obtained a private pilot license later in life.
- Converted parts of his ranch to support bee populations.
- Owns Ground Zero Blues Club celebrating Delta blues.
- Survived a serious car accident in 2008; continued acting.
- Often plays mentors, presidents, and authoritative figures.
- Portrayed “God” in the Bruce Almighty films.
- Co-founded Revelations Entertainment to develop content.
- Narrated high-profile documentaries and museum films.
- Known for impeccable diction and pacing in voice work.
- Advocates arts education and literacy initiatives.
- Appeared on stage long before his mainstream film success.
- Passionate about sailing and aviation hobbies.
- Supports hurricane and disaster-relief efforts in the South.
- Worked across genres: drama, thriller, action, heist.
- Regular collaborator with directors like Clint Eastwood.
- Featured in tech/AI documentaries as a narrator.
- Has a signature calm presence in interviews.
- Opened cultural venues to boost local communities.
- Frequently parodied/imitated for his voice in pop culture.
- Appears in commercials and PSAs with narrative authority.
- Encourages young actors to study theater foundations.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Morgan Freeman born?
June 1, 1937 (Memphis, Tennessee).
How tall is he?
About 188 cm (6′2″).
What is his most iconic film?
The Shawshank Redemption is frequently cited.
Did he win an Oscar?
Yes—Best Supporting Actor for Million Dollar Baby.
What is his company?
Revelations Entertainment (production company).
Is he also a narrator?
Yes—one of the most famous voices in narration.
Where does he live?
Mississippi region (Charleston) in the U.S.
Is he a pilot?
Yes—holds a private pilot license.
What charities does he support?
Arts education, disaster relief, community development.
What genres does he act in?
Drama, thriller, crime, action, biographical.
Has he played historical figures?
Yes—various real-life leaders and personalities.
Any notable collaborations?
Clint Eastwood, Christopher Nolan, and more.
What’s special about his voice?
Resonant timbre, clarity, and measured cadence.
Does he still act?
Yes—film, TV, and narration projects as of 2025.
What awards has he received?
Oscar, Golden Globes, SAG, and lifetime honors.