Biography of Brendan Fraser
The son of a Canadian travel executive who frequently moved his family, Brendan can claim affinity with Ottawa, Indianapolis, Detroit, Seattle, London and Rome. He describes this role as the one which dramatically altered his career. His early exposure to theatre, particularly in London, led him to Seattle’s Cornish Institute. He expresses a preference for playing “fish out of water” men.
Brendan Fraser trivia
- Former traffic school instructor.
- Lived with actress Lala Zappa/Sloatman when he was 16.
- When he was little, he asked his mom for a dog, and she tested him by making him walk an imaginary dog for a week. Ben only lasted for 5 days and didn’t get the dog.
- Grew up in Dallas, Texas, and has two brothers.
- Played the drums in a punk band with a few friends.
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