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Josh Hartnett Biography

Birth Name:Joshua Daniel Hartnett

Birth Place:Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Profession Actor, Producer

Fast Facts

Named the Sexiest Vegetarian Alive by PETA in 2003
Volunteers his time to charities that raise money and awareness, fighting against cancer, AIDS, poverty and hunger, supporting Dramatic Needs, American Foundation for AIDS Research, and Global Cool
Studied acting at the State University of New York - Purchase
Quote: "I never really considered acting as a career․ I kind of fell into it․ Originally, I wanted to be a painter․"
Quote: "We're all on a journey․ The average American switches profession four times․ I'm lucky to be in a business where I change the character I am playing every couple of months․"
Appears in the music video "Playground Love" by Air in 1999
Became the first male celebrity to campaign for Giorgio Armani Beauty by appearing in an ad for Emporio Armani's "Diamonds for Men" in 2008
Produced the music video "Pursuit of Happiness" by Kid Cudi in 2009
Turned down the chance to play the lead role in "Superman․"