Jason Statham's Biography
Jason Statham is a Hollywood blockbuster star who's often called "the new Bruce Willis." His collaborations with director Guy Ritchie, who cast him as the lead in several films ("Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels," "Snatch," "Revolver"), launched his career. Statham later became synonymous with action franchises like "Crank" and "The Transporter." His net worth: $90 million.
Childhood
Jason was the second child born to a lounge singer and dressmaker who later became dancers. His father practiced gymnastics and boxing, raising his sons to be athletes.
The Troubled Past
In interviews, Jason has admitted to earning money through less-than-honest means in his youth. He made his first money selling counterfeit jewelry and perfume on the streets.


Jason Statham and Guy Ritchie: a brilliant tandem
The 1998 film was a massive hit. While some critics accused Guy Ritchie of copying Quentin Tarantino, most audiences embraced the film enthusiastically. It was a stunning debut for Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham, and two years later audiences witnessed their next collaboration, "Snatch."

The Best Films
After his double breakthrough success, Jason Statham became a worldwide sensation virtually overnight. He immediately jumped into three action films: "Turn it Up," "Ghosts of Mars," and "The One." While these films didn't match the success of his earlier hits, working alongside Ice Cube, Jet Li, and other notable actors significantly boosted his acting experience.

Another career-defining moment for Jason Statham came with the thriller "The Mechanic." Statham plays hired killer Arthur Bishop, who earned his nickname through his incredible accuracy and precision.


Surprisingly, Statham tried his hand at voice acting in animated films. He voiced Tybalt in the animated film «Gnomeo and Juliet».

Jason Statham's Personal Life
Despite his tough-guy screen persona, Jason Statham hasn't had a huge number of high-profile relationships. The actor dated fellow entertainer Kelly Brook for seven years starting in 1997. The couple seemed picture-perfect until Kelly met actor Billy Zane. They met on the set of «Three». Brook left Statham, reportedly breaking his heart. Though Brook and Billy have long since split, Jason reportedly still refuses his ex-girlfriend's attempts at reconciliation.
According to Zoomboola.com, in 2006, the actor began dating an art historian Alex Zosman. This relationship brought negative attention from the Hollywood star's fans. This is why Statham became more private about his personal life. Fans didn't immediately learn about their 2010 breakup.


On June 24, 2017, Statham became a father for the first time. Rosie gave birth to a cute boy Jack Oscar Statham.

Jason Statham Now
Perhaps one of the most recognizable actors in the thriller genre, Jason Statham keeps his fans happy with 1-2 new movies every year.
