Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Television actor, Voice actor, Actor, Film producer
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Birthplace
Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Religion
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint
Languages
English
Children
2 children: Timothy Heder
Residences
Saugus
Education
South Salem High School, Brigham Young University
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Popularity
Tier B -- 59,084 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 27
Year context
Born in 1977 -- Star Wars released; Elvis Presley dies; Jimmy Carter was US president
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Career
Career spanning 19 years (2005-2024)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Snake
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (13)
AWARDS (1)
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Biography
Jonathan Joseph Heder (born October 26, 1977) is an American screenwriter, actor, and filmmaker. His feature film debut came in 2004 as the title character of the comedy film Napoleon Dynamite. He also starred in the films The Benchwarmers, School for Scoundrels, Blades of Glory, Mama's Boy, When in Rome, and as Roy Disney in Walt Before Mickey. He provided his voice talents in the animated films Monster House and Surf's Up, as well as the title character for the animated series Napoleon Dynamite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jon Heder?
Jon Heder is 48 years old, born on .
Where was Jon Heder born?
Jon Heder was born in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA.
What movies or shows has Jon Heder been in?
Jon Heder has 13 credits in our database. Notable titles include Waltzing with Brando (2025), Funny Thing About Love (2021), Walt Before Mickey (2015), Reality (2015), Woke Up Dead (2010).
What is Jon Heder known for?
Jon Heder is primarily known as an actor. Jonathan Joseph Heder (born October 26, 1977) is an American screenwriter, actor, and filmmaker. His feature film debut came in 2004 as the title character…
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