Introduction
Jay Baruchel’s net worth was estimated at $6 million as of July 2022.
Jay Baruchel is a Canadian actor, director and screenwriter from Ontario.
Baruchel is most well-known for his voice role as Hiccup in the ‘How to Train Your Dragon franchise, and for his roles in comedy movies such as ‘Knocked Up’, ‘Tropic Thunder, ‘Fanboys’, ‘She’s Out of My League’, ‘Goon’ and, ‘This Is the End.
Early Life
Jonathan Adam Saunders Baruchel, a Canadian, was born in Ottawa, Ontario, on the 9th of April 1982.
Baruchel, the son of Robyne is a successful freelance writer. Serge Victor Baruchel works as an antique dealer.
Taylor Baruchel, his younger sister, is an actress. She is best known for her supporting roles in TV series and films like ‘The Point’, ‘Prom Wars, Love Is a Battlefield’, ‘Fred’s Head’, ‘The Foundation’, and ‘Let the Game Start’.
Career
Baruchel’s career began with his highly-praised performances, which attracted the attention of many filmmakers. His first major break came in 2000 when he was cast as Vic Munoz in Cameron Crowe’s comedy-drama film Almost Famous.
He was cast as the lead in a comedy series called “Undeclared” on FOX (2001-2002), where he was pictured alongside Seth Rogen and Monica Keena.
Baruchel got another big break in 2007, landing a key role in the comedy film “Knocked Up” by Judd Apatow.
He starred in the film alongside many renowned actors such as Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl.
A series of supporting roles in major movies followed this huge success. Ben Stiller, for instance, was cast as Kevin Sandusky in ‘Tropic Thunder (2008) alongside many other prominent actors such as Jack Black, Robert Downey Jr. and Ben Stiller.
Baruchel was a global star when he was cast in the role that made his name. Viewers of all ages loved his voice as Hiccup from the animated film “How to Train Your Dragon”.
Highlights
These are some of Jay Baruchel’s greatest moments:
- This Is The End (Movie, 2013)
- How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (Movie, 2019)
Three Life Lessons From Jay Baruchel
We now know all about Jay Baruchel and his success. Let’s look at the best lessons we can learn.
1. Listen
Learn to listen. Most people wait to be heard.
2. Get out
When you don’t feel like it, get out of bed.
3. Strive to Master
Find a few things you are good at and work hard to master them.
Favorite Quotes From Jay Baruchel
The No. 1 most important attribute for actors is to be malleable. You must be flexible and able to adapt your actions to the circumstances.
“Find something you’d do for free, and find a way that you can get paid to do it.” This has been my guiding principle.
My mom used to say to me as a young child, “You don’t have to hate what you do.” It doesn’t make you a bad person just because you see so many unhappy grown-ups.