Jonah Hill biography, net worth, girlfriend, age, sister, family, height 2025

Jonah Hill Biography

Jonah Hill Feldstein is an actor, screenwriter for over a dozen feature films, director of the coming-of-age drama "Mid90s", producer, and Hollywood's most noticeably transformed comedian in recent years. He's earned two Oscar nominations: for playing Peter Brand in Bennett Miller's "Moneyball" and for his role as Donnie Azoff in Martin Scorsese's tragicomedy "The Wolf of Wall Street".

Childhood: Los Angeles

When Richard Feldstein and Sharon Lynn's second son was born in California, it was December 1983. The creative couple chose a biblical name for their boy – Jonah. While mom worked as a celebrity stylist and dad served as tour accountant for Guns N' Roses (teaching music management to their older son Jordan on the side), young Jonah was glued to The Simpsons, dreaming of living in their world.

After enrolling at Santa Monica High School, Jonah started writing his own stories about the beloved animated family as soon as he could hold a pen. Then, as a teenager, he watched Al Pacino in "Scarface" and "The Godfather" and decided he'd become a director like Brian De Palma and Francis Ford Coppola. His passion for cinema grew by the day.

Jonah Hill in his youth and at a mature age

The family's home in an upscale LA neighborhood was always buzzing with famous-name guests. Jonah's childhood best friend was Adam Levine, future Maroon 5 frontman, whose band the actor's brother Jordan produced for 15 years (Jordan died of a heart attack in December 2017). As a teen, Jonah also befriended Dustin Hoffman's kids.

Hill struggled with his weight for as long as he could remember. He's said he always felt fat and unattractive, never imagining he could fit in with the skater kids and hip-hop heads. But according to the actor, he didn't fully grasp how those teenage years marked his psyche until he made "Mid90s".

Young Adulthood: New York

After enrolling at The New School, a private liberal arts university in New York, Hill studied stage and screen acting while exploring other film and theater professions. The budding screenwriter cranked out one-act plays, sketches, and jokes, testing them on audiences at Black and White Bar, a popular East Village hangout for creative types.

His search for his calling might have dragged on if not for his friends Jake and Rebecca – who happened to be Dustin Hoffman's kids. They introduced their dad to the funny, quick-witted Jonah, and Hoffman, impressed by the young man's talents, recommended him for an audition in David O. Russell's philosophical comedy "I Heart Huckabees", where Hoffman himself played a lead role. Hill's part as Brett was small, but the newcomer got noticed.

Career: From Comedian to Director

Jonah's comedic actor persona stretched across many years. First came small roles in Judd Apatow's films "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" with Steve Carell, "Knocked Up" with Seth Rogen, and "Funny People" with Adam Sandler.

Funny People - Trailer

Alongside Morgan Freeman and Paz Vega, Hill appears in the dramatic comedy "10 Items or Less," and with Steve Zahn and Allen Covert in the adventure film "Strange Wilderness."

10 Items or Less – Trailer

For his lead role as Seth in the comedy "Superbad," the actor wins an MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance and receives his first nomination as Best Comedic Actor at the Teen Choice Awards. Following "Superbad," Jonah stars alongside Dylon Walsh and Danny DeVito in Hart Bochner's romantic drama "Just Add Water."

Hill's first dramatic work came with the role of Peter Brand in Bennett Miller's biographical sports drama "Moneyball," where he starred opposite Brad Pitt. The film is based on real events described by Michael M. Lewis. The Academy nominates the actor for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.

Jonah's comedic talent fully shines in "The Sitter," where his character Noah Griffith tries to wrangle three troublemakers. Together with Channing Tatum, the Hollywood comic delights fans with the crime comedy "21 Jump Street," in which he lands the lead role of bumbling cop Morton Schmidt. Though small but memorable, his role as a gang member allowed Hill to work with Quentin Tarantino's team on the western "Django Unchained".

21 Jump Street - Trailer

Jonah received just sixty thousand dollars for his work in Martin Scorsese's crime drama "The Wolf of Wall Street," while his friend and co-star Leonardo DiCaprio pulled in twenty-five million. But Hill later said that just being part of the legendary director's project was a blessing he would've done for free.

The Wolf of Wall Street – Trailer

Playing a New York Times reporter in Rupert Goold's "True Story," Jonah proved to both the filmmaking community and himself that he's not just a talented comic but a serious dramatic actor. His Michael Finkel keeps viewers on edge throughout the entire film.

Nevertheless, his next film was once again a comedy—"Hail, Caesar!" from the Coen Brothers. In it, Hill plays a lawyer searching for an actor who's gone missing from the set.

Jonah Hill in the comedy "Hail, Caesar!"

Next came Todd Phillips' crime comedy "War Dogs," where Jonah's on-screen partner was Miles Teller, followed by the 2018 biographical film "Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot" starring Joaquin Phoenix. Hill is virtually unrecognizable as therapist Donnie, leading group sessions in a lavish mansion. Another 2018 project saw him playing Owen Milgrim in the sci-fi series "Maniac," where he starred alongside Emma Stone.

In the early 2020s, the actor whose comedic heavy-set persona fans took for granted transformed over a couple of years into a trim yet equally charming heartthrob – the version audiences saw in "Maniac." Jonah himself explained his weight loss journey as health-focused, while jokingly adding that his girlfriend deserved more room in bed than his previous size used to take up.

The ever-upbeat Hill, who turned thirty-five in December 2018, is brimming with creative ideas and future plans. After releasing his directorial debut "Mid90s," he's working on new scripts, producing films, and taking on more than just comedy roles in major motion pictures.

Maniac | Official Trailer | Netflix

2019 promised a meeting with Jonah in Ezra Edelman's dramatic picture "Richard Jewell." Jonah also appeared in new comedies and adventures: alongside Matthew McConaughey and Snoop Dogg in "The Beach Bum."

2020 kicked off for Jonah with an unexpected cameo: he appeared in a Coca-Cola commercial aired during the Super Bowl, alongside Martin Scorsese himself.

Martin Scorsese and Jonah Hill in Coca Cola commercial

Hill then dove into filming Adam McKay's sprawling satirical comedy "Don't Look Up," where he played the son and chief of staff to the U.S. president portrayed by Meryl Streep. The film dropped in December 2021, and viewers saw Jonah in the role he does best: a somewhat self-absorbed but charming character.

Meryl Streep tenderly kisses Jonah Hill on the cheek, scene from the film — Jonah Hill and Meryl Streep in "Don't Look Up"

In November 2022, Netflix released the documentary "Stutz," directed by Hill himself. It was essentially a confessional about Jonah's relationship with his therapist Phil Stutz, who helped the actor manage his anxiety and find emotional balance.

The documentary turned out surprisingly candid: Hill didn't shy away from discussing his fears, how press tours and public events turned his dream job into a source of constant stress. Shortly before the film's release, Jonah even published an open letter explaining he'd no longer participate in promoting his projects for the sake of his mental health.

In January 2023, Hill returned to screens in the comedy "You People," which he co-wrote with director Kenya Barris. The film tackled interracial and interfaith relationships – a Jewish guy and a Black woman trying to navigate cultural conflicts within their families. The star-studded ensemble featured Eddie Murphy, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Lauren London, but at times the comedy, according to viewers, generated more cringe than laughs.

Jonah Hill in a red hoodie and Eddie Murphy in all black standing in a store — Scene from "You People"

Jonah Hill's Personal Life

Despite his open and jovial nature, Hill is a true gentleman when it comes to women and keeps his personal life private. Nevertheless, Hollywood considers Jonah a notorious heartthrob and links him to many beautiful women, including Dustin Hoffman's daughter and singer Rita Ora.

Hill had a serious four-year relationship with actress Jordan Klein that was heading toward marriage, but without explaining the reasons for their split to anyone, the couple broke up.

The actor dated his nutritionist Brooke Glazer for several months, then ever-present paparazzi spotted Jonah's new flame, with whom he was vacationing on the Mexican coast. The girl's name was Camille.

In mid-2017, US Weekly journalists discovered the identity of the mysterious brunette who appeared alongside the actor. His steady girlfriend became Erin Galpern, who inspired Jonah to work on his weight.

Jonah and Erin's relationship lasted until around early 2018, after which the couple split. No dramatic announcements, no public arguments—they simply went their separate ways.

In August of that year, Hill met Gianna Santos, a stylist and producer for fashion company KITH. In November, at the WSJ Magazine's Innovator Awards ceremony, Jonah thanked Gianna from the stage during his speech about his directorial debut "Mid90s."

Jonah Hill and Gianna Santos pose together on the red carpet — Jonah Hill and Gianna Santos

He said: "Once you focus on results, you've already lost. If I've learned anything, it's that the process is the reward," then looked at his table, where his producer, best friend, Proenza Schouler designers, the Olsen sisters sat "and my girlfriend Gianna."

In September 2019, Jonah proposed to Gianna. That same month, he purchased a home in Santa Monica—a 3,100-square-foot colonial-style mansion with four bedrooms—clearly preparing for their future together. Gianna started wearing an engagement ring around that time. But the fairy tale didn't last long. In October 2020, the couple split.

After Gianna, surfer Sarah Brady entered Hill's life, a relationship the actor made public in August 2021. By then, Jonah had gotten seriously into surfing, which apparently brought them together.

Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady pose in front of a Netflix backdrop — Jonah Hill and Sarah Brady

In summer 2023, some time after their breakup, an unpleasant incident occurred. Brady accused Hill of emotional abuse, publishing screenshots of their text exchanges to back up her claims. In one message, Jonah allegedly wrote that he couldn't continue the relationship if she kept surfing with men, posting photos in swimsuits, and hanging out with friends he didn't approve of.

By that point, the actor was already in a new relationship with Olivia Millar, owner of a vintage sustainable clothing store. In June 2023, the couple had a baby, but the parents haven't revealed either the sex or the name.

In 2023, Jonah officially dropped his birth surname Feldstein, keeping only his stage name.

Jonah Hill Now

Since 2023, Hill has been working on a new directorial project, the black comedy "Outcome" starring Keanu Reeves in the lead role. The actor plays a Hollywood star who's being blackmailed with footage from his past, forcing him to confront his demons.

Jonah Hill on set, collage of two photos — Jonah Hill in 2025

In March 2025, media outlets reported that Hill is planning to write, direct, and star in the comedy "Cut Off" for Warner Bros. The film will follow two wealthy heirs who get cut off financially by their parents.

Jonah Hill: latest news and articles

Tonya Moore

I liked the movie «Maniac» with Hill. We watched with a friend just the other day...

2021-04-26 18:19:51
Miguel Jose Alexander

How comedian Jonah Hill is cool! I always liked this guy, he is talented in my opinion

2021-04-05 18:08:49
Anthony Timothy Walker

Hill reminds me of someone. The actor from the movie «The Hangover» seems to be..

2021-04-04 22:15:59
Kimberly Cook

It`s so great to know that Hill is Adam Levine`s best friend! Both guys are very cool :))

2021-04-01 09:15:13
Barry Shelton

Interestingly, he was not named John, but Jonah. It turns out this is a biblical name.

2021-03-29 17:46:37

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