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Jason Momoa
Active Hollywood Cinema & Global Television
- FromHonolulu, Hawaii, USA
- Based inTopanga, California, USA
- Age47 years
- Active1999 – Present
- Updated
Jason Momoa – Biography
Jason Momoa – Full Information
- Full Name: Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa
- Popular Name: Jason Momoa
- Nickname: Jason
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Filmmaker
- Known For: Aquaman (DC Extended Universe), Game of Thrones, Dune, Stargate Atlantis
- Date of Birth: 01 August 1979
- Age: 46 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
- Hometown: Norwalk, Iowa, USA
- Nationality: American
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Current Residence: Topanga, California, USA
- Profession Category: Actor, Action Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 97 kg
- Eye Colour: Green
- Hair Colour: Dark Brown / Blonde highlights
Family
- Father: Joseph Momoa
- Mother: Coni Lemke
- Siblings: None (Only Child)
- Children: Lola Iolani Momoa (Daughter), Nakoa-Wolf Manakauapo Namakaeha Momoa (Son)
Education
- School: Norwalk High School, Iowa
- College: University of Hawaii
- Qualification: Studied Marine Biology / Wildlife Biology
Career Highlights
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 1999 | Made his television acting debut landing the lead role of Jason Ioane in Baywatch: Hawaii. |
| 2005 | Gained strong sci-fi genre recognition playing the fierce warrior Ronon Dex in Stargate Atlantis. |
| 2011 | Achieved global mainstream breakthrough as the intimidating Dothraki chieftain Khal Drogo in HBO’s Game of Thrones. |
| 2014 | Made his feature film directorial and writing debut with the independent drama film Road to Paloma. |
| 2016 | Debuted as Arthur Curry / Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe with a special cameo in Batman v Superman. |
| 2018 | Starred in the solo blockbuster Aquaman, which went on to gross over $1.1 billion globally. |
| 2021 | Portrayed the heroic master-at-arms Duncan Idaho in Denis Villeneuve’s sweeping sci-fi epic Dune. |
| 2023 | Received massive praise for playing the eccentric and theatrical villain Dante Reyes in Fast X. |
| 2025 | Starred as Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison in the highly anticipated live-action adaptation A Minecraft Movie. |
| 2026 | Expanded his action profile by starring opposite Dave Bautista in The Wrecking Crew and taking on the role of Lobo in Supergirl. |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 2011 | CinemaCon Awards | Male Rising Star | Conan the Barbarian & Game of Thrones | Won |
| 2012 | Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Game of Thrones | Nominated |
| 2017 | Canadian Screen Awards | Best Actor in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role | Frontier | Nominated |
| 2019 | MTV Movie & TV Awards | Best Kiss (shared with Amber Heard) | Aquaman | Nominated |
| 2024 | Critics’ Choice Super Awards | Best Villain in a Movie | Fast X | Nominated |
| 2026 | Film Independent Spirit Awards | Best Ensemble Cast in a New Scripted Series | Chief of War | Won |
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About Jason Momoa
What was Jason Momoa’s first big acting breakthrough?
While his earliest steady television role was on Baywatch: Hawaii, his true global breakthrough came in 2011 when he played the fierce warrior king Khal Drogo in the first season of HBO’s Game of Thrones.
What major superhero does he play?
He plays Arthur Curry, better known as the underwater superhero Aquaman, within the DC Extended Universe franchise movies.
What are his major film releases for 2026?
His 2026 film slate includes headlining the action film The Wrecking Crew alongside Dave Bautista, playing Blanka in Street Fighter, returning to Arrakis in Dune: Part Three, and playing the character Lobo in Supergirl.
Does he have any behind-the-scenes credits?
Yes, Momoa is also a writer, director, and producer. He co-wrote, directed, and starred in Road to Paloma (2014) and co-created the television streaming epic Chief of War.
What are his main athletic hobbies?
Known for his rugged physicality, he is an avid enthusiast of rock climbing, surfing, skateboarding, mountain biking, and martial arts.
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