Matthew Broderick

Matthew Broderick is remembered best for his near perfect portrayal of Ferris Bueller in the 80s hit movie ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’. The actor started his career on Broadway with the play ‘Torch Song Trilogy’, which was huge success, bringing him critical acclaim as well as the leading role in the Neil Simpson play, ‘Brighton Beach Memoirs’. Matthew Broderick’s role in "Bright Beach Memoirs’ earned him his first Tony. Getting to know the real Matthew is something that fans always desire.

Genes that Matter

Matthew Broderick is a versatile actor who has had a successful career in Broadway, films as well as television. And why not? Both of Matthew’s parents were success stories in different areas related to acting and theatre. Matthew Broderick’s father, James Broderick was a noted actor, while his mother Patricia Broderick was a successful theatre director, and screen writer. The youngest of three siblings, Matthew definitely had the right genes for a successful acting career.

An Actor by Accident?

Though Matthew Broderick grew up in atmosphere where theatre and acting was constantly discussed, he was not too sure if he wanted to be an actor. Getting to know the real Matthew Broderick reveals that Matthew was a keen sportsman in his youth and was seriously considering a career in athletics. However a knee injury put an end to that dream. And Matthew Broderick became an actor.

The Loverboy

Matthew Broderick has had his share of ups and downs in relationships. After all, who doesn’t? Youth is the time to explore and Matthew took his time exploring before he met his true love. Matthew Broderick’s ex flames include actresses Jennifer Grey, Helen Hunt and Penelope Ann Miller.

The Love of Matthew’s Life

Matthew Broderick found true love in Sarah Jessica Parker, known for her role as Carrie Bradshaw in the hit HBO series ‘Sex and the City. After a long relationship, the couple tied the knot in May 1997 and are proud parents to three children today. Fourteen years is a long time for marriages to survive in Hollywood. Way to go, Sarah and Matthew. The couple’s first son James (named after Matthew’s dad) was born in 2002. The couple welcomed twin daughters through surrogacy in 2009.

Awards and Honors

Matthew Broderick has received numerous awards and critical appreciation for his roles both on Broadway as well as in films. Besides these professional honors, he has also been the recipient of several other awards and honors that give us a glimpse into who the real Matthew Broderick is. In 2009, Matthew received the Career Achievement Award from Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival. In 2006, he shared the no 92 spot with co collaborator Nathan Lane on the ‘Forbes 100 Most Powerful Celebrities List’. In 2000, he was elected GQ’s "Man of the Year ‘for theatre. Matthew Broderick is actively involved in Human Rights issues, for which he received the Human Rights Campaign’s "Ally for Equality" Award in 2007. An award that is probably more prized by Matthew than all his professional honors is the ‘Father of the Year’ Award by London’s premier men’s’ grooming company. This shows that Matthew Broderick is a hands on dad.

The real Matthew Broderick is just like you. A man who loves his family and wants earn a living to support them well, may be, luxuriously. A regular guy who loves his sports and supports the New York Mets