Jay Baruchel is a Canadian comedian, director, actor, and screenwriter known for his versatile roles in both comedic and action films. He gained popularity for his portrayal of Hiccup Haddock in the How to Train Your Dragon series and has appeared in movies such as Knocked Up, Tropic Thunder, Trotsky, Fanboys, She’s Out of My League, and The Goon. Baruchel is also recognized for his performances in comedies like This Is the End and the action-adventure film The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.
Baruchel began his acting career at a young age, landing his first role at the age of 12. In 1996, he had one of his initial major roles on the local television series My Hometown. From 1997 to 1998, he co-hosted Popular Mechanics for Kids alongside Elisha Cuthbert. Baruchel gained further recognition when he was cast as Steven Karp in the comedy series Undeclared, created by Judd Apatow. The show featured notable talents such as Seth Rogen, Carla Gallo, Charlie Hunnam, and Monica Keena. He also made a brief appearance in Cameron Crowe’s Oscar-winning film Almost Famous and starred in Roger Avary’s The Rules of Attraction alongside James Van Der Beek.
In 2021, Baruchel hosted the first audio podcast documentary series called Highly Legal for Audible.ca. The series explored the political and economic history of marijuana legalization in Canada, as well as its aftermath. Baruchel and his wife, Rebecca-Jo Dunham, appeared in the music video for “Ouch,” the lead single from The Tragically Hip’s archived EP Saskadelphia, in the same year. He was also chosen as the host of LOL: Last One Laughing Canada, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video on February 18, 2022. Furthermore, Baruchel appears in the seventh installment of the revival of The Kids in the Hall.
Jay Baruchel Height, Weight, Age, Affairs, Husband, Biography
In 2023, Baruchel hosted a six-episode docuseries titled We’re All Gonna Die (Even Jay Baruchel) on Crave. The series explored potential risks that could lead to the end of the world. As the host, Baruchel engaged with scientists and other experts to discuss the viability of these risks and possible solutions to combat them.
Overall, Jay Baruchel has established himself as a versatile and talented actor in both comedic and dramatic roles. His contributions to film and television have garnered him a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.
Jay Baruchel Wiki Details
| Full Name | Jonathan Adam Saunders Baruchel |
| Nickname | Jay Baruchel, Jay |
| Date of Birth | 9 April 1982 |
| School | F.A.C.E. Elementary and Secondary School Roslyn Elementary School |
| Profession | Actor, Comedian, Director, Screenwriter |
Jay Baruchel Wiki Biodata
| Age | 40 Years (as in 2023) |
| Profession / Occupation | Actor, Comedian, Director, Screenwriter |
| Mother Tongue | Canada |
| Religion | Agnostic |
| Nation | Canidian |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Height / Weight | 6’0″ / 75 kg |
| First Film | Running Home (1999) |
| Debut | Movie: Running Home (1999) |
| Money Factor | 6 million/Movie (US Doller) |
Physical Appearance
| Height in Centimeters | 180cm |
| Height in Meters | 1.80 m |
| Height in Feet Inches | 6’0″ |
| Weight | 75 kg |
| Body Measurement | 38-30-14 |
| Chest Size | 38 inches |
| Waist Size | 30 inches |
| Biceps Size | 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Jay Baruchel Educational Qualification
| Education Qualification | Not Known |
| School | F.A.C.E. Elementary and Secondary School Roslyn Elementary School |
| College / University | Dawson College |
| Others | Not Known |
Jay Baruchel Family And Relatives
| Father | Serge Victor Haim Baruchel (Antique Dealer) |
| Mother | Robyn Ropell (Freelance Writer) |
| Brothers | None |
| Sisters | Taylor Baruchel |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Wife | None |
| Daughters | None |
| Sons | None |
| Girlfriends/ Affairs | Natasha Lund (2002) Sarah Lind (2004) Alison Pill (2011 – 2013) Rebecca-Jo Dunham (2018-Present) |
Jay Baruchel Favorite Things
| Favorite Colour | Not Known |
| Favorite Actor | Val Kilmer, Gary Oldman |
| Favorite Actress | Not Known |
| Favorite Food | St-Hubert’s Quarter Chicken Dinner with Fries and Gravy |
| Hobbies | Staying at Home, Watching Movies |
| Favorite Writer | Stephen King, Hugh MacLennan, Dylan Thomas |
| Favorite Destination | Montreal, Canada |
| Favorite Book | Hugh MacLennan’s Two Solitudes |
| Favorite Sport | Hockey, Football |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Net Worth
| Net Worth | 1 Million US Doller |