Josh Gad Height, Weight, Religion, Net Worth, Age, Biography

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Josh Gad (Joshua Ilan Gad)

Last Updated: 30 Jan, 2026 | Views: 21

Age: 44

Profession: Actor

Other Profession(s): Singer, Comedian

Higher Education: Carnegie Mellon University (BFA)

Josh Gad Religion, Birthday, Age

Date of Birth
23 Feb, 1981 (44 Years 11 Months 7 Days)
Birth Country
United States
Birth State/Province
Florida
Birth Place
Hollywood
Birth Sign
Pisces
Religion
Jewish
Nationalities
American

Josh Gad Early life, Education, Career, Awards, Achievements, Controversy, Unknown Facts

About (Profile/Biography):
Josh Gad is an American actor, comedian, and voice artist best known for bringing loud, lovable, and emotional characters to life. He was born on February 23, 1981, in Florida, and grew up with a strong love for theater and comedy. Josh became widely famous after voicing Olaf in Disney’s Frozen, where his warm humor and innocent energy made the snowman unforgettable. Before Hollywood fame, he earned respect on Broadway, especially for The Book of Mormon. Josh, often called “the human laugh track” by fans, is known for mixing heart with humor. He is also admired for being open, supportive, and proudly himself, both on and off screen. Beyond acting, Josh uses his voice for positivity, inclusion, and mental health awareness, making him relatable to audiences of all ages worldwide.
Early Life & Background of Josh Gad
• Josh was raised by a single mother, and he credits her strength and humor for shaping his personality, confidence, and emotional storytelling style from a young age.
• He attended Carnegie Mellon University, where Josh trained seriously in drama, helping him balance comedy with emotional depth in later film and theater roles.
Career Highlights of Josh Gad
• He gained Broadway fame as Elder Cunningham, where Josh’s awkward charm helped The Book of Mormon become a global theater phenomenon.
• As Olaf, he used his natural voice, laughter, and warmth, making the snowman one of Disney’s most emotionally loved animated characters.
Controversy Around Josh Gad
• Josh faced backlash in some countries for playing LeFou, Disney’s first openly gay character, yet he openly defended representation and inclusion in family films.
• He also received online criticism for political jokes, but Josh responded calmly, often choosing humor and empathy over public arguments.
Awards & Recognitions Received by Josh Gad
• Josh earned a Tony Award nomination for his Broadway role, marking him as a respected performer beyond mainstream film audiences.
• He shares a Grammy Award win for The Book of Mormon cast recording, celebrating his contribution to one of Broadway’s biggest successes.
Lesser-Known Facts About Josh Gad
• Josh is known among friends as “Gadget,” a nickname referencing both his last name and his love for tech, games, and pop culture trivia.
• He once considered becoming a lawyer, but Josh chose acting after realizing comedy helped him connect with people emotionally.

Josh Gad Weight, Height in inches, Eye Color

Height (Approx.)
In Centimeters 168 cm
In Meters 1.68 m
In feet & Inches 5'6"
Weight (Approx.)
In Kilograms 85 Kg
In Pounds 187 lbs
Eye Color
Black
Hair Color
Black

Josh Gad Family, Wife

Father's Name
Sam Gad
Mother's Name
Susan Gad
Spouse
Ida Darvish
Brother(s)
Jason Gad
Daughter(s)
Ava Gad

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