Simon Baker's career trajectory began to take shape in 1992, when he was honored with Australia's most esteemed Logie award, specifically recognizing his outstanding talent as the Most Popular Newcomer. This early recognition not only served as a catalyst for his future success but also marked the beginning of a new chapter in his life, as he made the decision to relocate to Los Angeles with his family. Little did he know that this move would ultimately lead to a career-defining moment, as he was swiftly cast in the critically acclaimed film L.A. Confidential, which went on to win the prestigious Academy Award in 1997.
Personal Details
Official Socials
BornJul 30, 1969 Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
Parents
- Barry Baker
- Elizabeth Labberton
Relatives
- Terri Baker (Sibling)
- Half Sibling (Half Sibling)
- Half Sibling (Half Sibling)
- Half Sibling (Half Sibling)
Biography
Career
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2025

The Narrow Road to the Deep North as Keith Mulvaney
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2023

Limbo as Travis Hurley
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2022

Blaze as Luke
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Roar as Adam
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Roar as Adam
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2020

High Ground as Travis
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2018

Here and Now as Nick
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2017

Breath as Sando
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2013

I Give It a Year as Guy
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2011

Margin Call as Jared Cohen
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2010

The Killer Inside Me as Howard Hendricks
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2009

Women in Trouble as Travis McPherson
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The Lodger as Malcolm
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Not Forgotten as Jack Bishop
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2008

The Mentalist as Patrick Jane
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2007

Sex and Death 101 as Roderick Blank
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The Key to Reserva as Roger Thornberry
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2006

Something New as Brian Kelly
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The Devil Wears Prada as Christian Thompson
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Smith as Jeff Breen
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2005

The Ring Two as Max Rourke
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Land of the Dead as Riley
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2004

Book of Love as David Walker
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2001

The Affair of the Necklace as Rétaux de Vilette
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The Guardian as Nick Fallin
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2000

Restaurant as Kenny
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Red Planet as Chip Pettengill
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Sunset Strip as Michael Scott
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1999

Secret Men's Business as Andy Greville
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Ride with the Devil as George Clyde
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1998

Judas Kiss as Junior Armstrong
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Love from Ground Zero as Eric
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1997

Most Wanted as Stephen Barnes
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L.A. Confidential as Matt Reynolds
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1993

E Street as Sam Farrell
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2010
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2017

Breath as Director, Screenplay