Nathan Lane is a veteran American actor most famous for his comedy and dramatic roles. He has already worked in this industry for over 40 years now. His appearance in several movies, series, and stage shows has helped him garner love from his audiences.
Nathan has dedicated most part of his life to the film industry. His hard work paid off really well as he has been ruling hearts for over four decades. Talking about his personal life, he has been living happily with his family. So, let's find out more about him in the content below.
Early Life, Parents & Siblings
Nathan Lane was born on February 3 1956 in New Jersey, United States. His birth name given by his parents was Joseph Lane which he changed to Nathan Lane when entered Hollywood.
His parents are Daniel Joseph Lane and Nora Lane. His dad, who worked as a truck driver, was an alcoholic. He died due to alcoholism when Nathan was just 11 years old. His mother struggled to turn into a secretary from a housewife to look after the family and later on was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The disease became the cause that took away her life.
He has two elder brothers Daniel Lane jr and Robert Lane. The youngest of the three children, Nathan's name was kept after his uncle. Nathan attended a Catholic school in New Jersey as his parents were Catholic. He was even voted the best actor in 1974 by his school.
Career Wiki
Later on, he was accepted to St.Joseph University in Philadelphia with a scholarship. Unfortunately, the scholarship program didn't cover enough funds so he decided not to join the college and work for a year to earn money.
He struggled long enough in New York but even though he was in his struggling days he didn't doubt his passion for a slight second. He was always focused on becoming an actor since childhood.
He started off with stand-up comedy and later on made a broadway debut in 1983 with the musical Merlin. He has done dozens of broadway musicals and shows in his career.
Talking about his work credits, he voiced Timon in The Lion King, and appeared in the movies like The Birdcage, Mouse Hunt, and The Producers.
His other acting credit includes Mad About You, 30 Rock, The Good Wife, The Gilded Age, and many more.
Over the years, Nathan has won several awards like Emmy Award, Oliver Award, Tony Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award. He also has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Is Nathan Lane Married?
Nathan, who is openly gay, had difficulties coming out to his family. When 21-year-old Nathan opened up about his sexuality to his mom, she had a very harsh reaction. According to him, his mom said, "I'd rather prefer you dead" when he confronted that he is gay.
Even though everything was hard back then for the LGBTQ community, he came out in public in 1999.
Nathan is now married to his longtime partner turned husband Devlin Elliot. Devlin is a theatre producer and writer with whom he has been in a relationship for over 18 years.
At the age of 60 Nathan Lane turned his relationship with the 43 years old writer and producer Devlin Elliott into marriage. The couple tied the wedding knot in the year 2015.
They have been in love for a long time and after passing all the criticisms, negative comments, and judgments, they have been now happily married for the past seven years. They can be seen together attending different functions and events.
The couple doesn't have any children as of now but we can surely not deny the fact that the couple might be adopting a baby in near future and turning their family of two into three or four maybe. Even if the couple has not said anything about the children we hope to see them with one or two at least.
Nathan Lane's Net Worth
Nathan Lane has seen all the struggles and highs and lows in this industry during his 40 years of acting. His career has helped him garner fame and also some fortune. Talking about his net worth, it is estimated to be more than $25 million now.
Nathan was recently seen in Pictures From Home.
