Matt Leblanc: biography and personal life of an American actor

Matt Leblanc is known to the Russian audience on the series "Friends." However, in the creative piggy bank of this actor, there are many other film works. Would you like to study his biography? Find out if Matt Leblanc is married? Are you interested in the actor's photo too? Then we recommend that you read the contents of the article.

Biography

Matt Leblanc was born on July 25, 1967. He is a native of the American town of Newton , Massachusetts. In what kind of family was our hero brought up? His mother, Pet Grossman, was Italian. She received a technical education. Father, Paul LeBlanc, was engaged in business. He had Irish, French, English and German roots. This could not but affect the character of Matt. He has such qualities as romance, punctuality, responsiveness and resourcefulness.

Childhood

Our hero grew up an active and inquisitive boy. From an early age, he sought to explore the world in all its diversity. Matt liked to climb trees, feed dogs, catch butterfly nettle and much more.

At the age of 8 the boy had a big dream - to become a motorcycle racer. He even told his parents about this. Leblanc, Jr. thought that his father and mother would not understand him and condemn him. But everything happened exactly the opposite. Parents supported his son. A couple of years they took the motor sport section. The boy was happy to attend classes. The trainers predicted a bright future for him. Partly their words came true. Matt LeBlanc participated in youth competitions in motorcycle racing and repeatedly took prizes. But soon our hero lost interest in this sport.

Another lesson, which was successfully mastered by Leblanc, Jr., is carpentry. He always liked to create something with his own hands. In his school years, Matt even became the owner of the Golden Hammer Award. Father was proud of his son's success.

Choice of profession

In high school, the guy got carried away by the stage. He attended the local Theater of Culture and Arts. Matt liked being part of the big show. Loud applause of the audience inspired the guy to new achievements. Khudruk considered Leblanc one of the best students. Therefore, it is not surprising that our hero received the main role in the play "Jesus Christ Superstar".

In 1985, Leblanc graduated from high school. He did not want to leave his native Houston, but in this city there was not a suitable university for him. In the end, Matt picked up his suitcase and went to Boston. There the brunette filed papers with the Wentworth Technical Institute. He managed to pass the exams and enter the university. However, in this institution he studied for only 2 semesters.

Matt Leblanc: Filmography

When did our hero first appear on the screens? It happened in the late 80's. Matt LeBlanc (photo above) began with filming in commercials. And this was a kind of achievement. After all, not every American guy could go through hard castings. Young and unknown to anyone, LeBlanc advertised such products as a Coca-Cola drink, Levi's clothes, Heinz sauces and much more. For his work, Matt received decent fees. With this money the guy could afford expensive purchases. For example, branded things, a steep motorcycle and even a two-story house.

His film debut took place in 1988. Matt Leblanc was asked to star in the TV 101 series. He replied with consent. The contract with the young actor was concluded for one season.

Between 1989 and 1994, LeBlanc participated in the filming of television series and clips. His financial condition improved day by day. However, Matt dreamed of a big role.

"Friends"

In 1994, on a large American television channel, a new series was presented. He called himself "Friends." Matt Leblun got one of the main roles. The actor brilliantly got used to the image of Joey Tribbiani. The project was so successful that only 10 seasons were photographed (from 1994 to 2004).

Continuation of career

At some point, Leblanc realized that the series "Friends" had outgrown. He wanted to further develop his career. Producers and directors offered Matt a mutually beneficial cooperation.

Let us list his most brilliant works:

• Charlie's Angels (2000) - Jason Gibbons.
• "Saboteurs" (2001) - Rook.
• "Episodes" (series, 2011) - played himself.
• "Sick of Love" (2013) - Charlie Darby.

Matt Leblanc: personal life

A tall and handsome dark-haired man never had problems with lack of female attention. And when Matt got famous, the number of his fans increased dramatically.

In May 2003, the actor married a beloved girl - Melissa McConnay. Before that, the pair had met for almost 6 years. The couple dreamed of becoming parents. And God heard their prayers. In February 2004, Melissa gave birth to a daughter. The baby got a double name - Marina Pearl. A few months later it turned out that the girl had a rare mental illness. Melissa diligently looked after her daughter. Matt gave his wife moral assistance. Together with them also lived the children of Melissa from the first marriage - the son of Tyler and the daughter of Jesskin.

Unfortunately, the happy family life of the actor and his chosen one did not happen. In October 2006, the couple officially formalized the divorce.

Currently, our hero meets with actress Andrew Anders, known on the series "Joey."

Finally

We talked about where he was born, studied and how Matt Leblanc became popular. We wish this wonderful actor more vivid roles and family happiness!