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John Cusack

Later Career Highlights

In Roland Emmerich’s 2009 disaster film 2012, Cusack played the lead role of a limousine driver who fights to save his family during global catastrophes. He portrayed Edgar Allan Poe in the 2012 psychological thriller The Raven, and in 2013, played a supporting role as Richard Nixon in Lee Daniels’ historical drama The Butler.

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In 2014, he starred as Stafford Weiss in David Cronenberg's Maps to the Stars, a Hollywood satire that further highlighted his versatility. He portrayed Beach Boys singer Brian Wilson in the biographical drama Love & Mercy, receiving praise for his nuanced performance. Additionally, between 2005 and 2009, Cusack contributed as a political blogger for The Huffington Post, where he shared his views on a range of social and political issues.

Personal Life and Interests

John Cusack is known for keeping his personal life private. He has not publicly confirmed any long-term relationships or marriages. His reserved nature has led to limited speculation about his personal affairs.

As of recent estimates, his net worth is approximately $20 million. In 2007, he was named one of the "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History" by Empire magazine. In 2008, a woman named Emily Leatherman was arrested for stalking him outside his office, an incident that received brief media attention.

Cusack is a trained kickboxer, having studied under world champion Benny Urquidez. He has attained level six proficiency in the Ukidokan Kickboxing system. A dedicated sports fan, Cusack frequently attends games and publicly supports both the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Cubs, further emphasizing his strong ties to his hometown.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 28 Jun, 1966
Age: 53 yrs
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Evanston
residence: Evanston
Education: New York University Tisch School of the Arts
Piven Theatre Workshop
Gender: Male
Description: American actor, producer, and screenwriter
Twitter Id: Johncusack
Net Worth 2021: 50 million
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Last Modified: Jul 23 2025
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