Jonathan Crombie, a talented individual, was born on October 12th, 1966, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on a Wednesday, which marked the beginning of his remarkable journey. As the youngest sibling, with two older sisters, he was part of a loving family, with parents David and Shirley Ann, who played a significant role in his life.
Despite not initially intending to pursue a career in acting, Jonathan's life took an unexpected turn when he was discovered by casting director Diane Polley while performing in a high school production of "The Wizard of Oz". This chance encounter led to his casting as Gilbert Blythe in the iconic 1985 film "Anne of Green Gables" and its sequel, "Anne of Avonlea" (1987),a role that would forever be etched in the hearts of fans and cement his legacy.
Jonathan's educational background included graduating from the University of Toronto's Victoria College in 1995. Throughout his career, he was a regular performer at the prestigious Stratford Festival Theatre, showcasing his exceptional talent in various roles. One of his most notable performances was in the Canadian Stage Company's production of "Arcadia", where he played the character of Valentine Coverly and earned a Dora Mavor Moore Award nomination for Outstanding Performance in 1997.
Tragically, Jonathan's life came to an unexpected end on April 15th, 2015, due to a brain hemorrhage. His life was a remarkable 17,717 days, equivalent to 2,531 weeks, a testament to the impact he had on those around him.
