Early Life and Background

Andrew Garfield, who is a very talented and very versatile actor of his generation, was born August 20, 1983, in Los Angeles, California, USA. Though he was born in America, it is true that at the age of 3, his family moved to Epsom in Surrey, England, which is where he grew up. His father, Richard Garfield, worked in a swim school, and his mother, Lynn, was a teaching assistant. That which can be said of his upbringing is that it was very multicultural, which gave Andrew a unique mix of American and British influences, which in turn has formed his identity and artistic expression.

Growing up, Garfield was a very quiet and introverted child, which led to his early affinity for storytelling and performance.  From a young age, it was apparent in his dedication and passion for the craft that he was to break into the film industry.

Career Beginnings and Breakthrough

Andrew Garfield’s stage and TV debut put him on the map as a professional actor. In works such as Sugar Rush and Doctor Who he put forward to the public his emotional range and truth. But his breakout role was in 2007’s Boy A, which saw him play a youth out to reinvent himself after a rough go in life. The role won him critical success and a BAFTA for Best Actor, which in turn secured his place as a coming star.

Garfield broke into the Hollywood scene when he played Eduardo Saverin in The Social Network (2010), who was one of the co-founders of Facebook. He gave a very emotional and complex performance, which in turn got him international attention and also put him in contention for many awards, including a Golden Globe.

Spider-Man and Global Fame

Andrew, at which point in time he became a global star, is when he took on the role of Peter Parker/Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man (2012), which went on to also include its sequel in 2014, The Amazing Spider-Man 2. What Garfield brought to the character was a very human, emotional performance. Also, what we saw in his version of the character, which was different from what we had in the past, was a young, energetic take that, at the same time, was very real and connected with fans on a very deep level.

Back in theaters with Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland. His return was very well received by fans, which in turn brought to light that he still leaves a large impact on the character.

Versatile Roles and Critical Acclaim

After a while away from the superhero genres, Garfield took on complex roles in films like Hacksaw Ridge (2016) and Silence (2016). In Hacksaw Ridge, which saw him play real-life war hero Desmond Doss, we see Garfield begin his transformation into a respected actor, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. In 2021, he proved once again with his performance in Tick, Tick… Boom! which also got him an Oscar nomination and secured his status as one of Hollywood’s most trusted actors.

Garfield also has a large stage presence. In 2018, he starred in the play Angels in America at the National Theatre and also on Broadway, for which he won a Tony Award for Best Actor.

Age, Height, and Net worth

As of 2025, Andrew Garfield turns 42. At 5’10” (1.79 meters), he is of a lean yet athletic build, which plays into his screen presence. Over the years, what Garfield has brought in terms of talent and business acumen has added up to a great deal of wealth. In 2025, his net worth is reported to be between 18 and 20 million USD. Although very successful, Garfield is known to live quite modestly and to prefer what he terms quality over quantity in terms of press and fame.

Personal Life and Interests

Andrew Garfield has kept his private life private. From his past, he was in a long-term relationship with actress Emma Stone, who was a co-star from The Amazing Spider-Man, and in the end, they amicably went their separate ways. Also known for his philosophical approach, in which he puts forth his views on life, which include topics of mindfulness, spirituality, and the essence of living authentically.

Outside of acting, which is his profession, he is into surfing, reading, and the great outdoors.

Garfield, who is a very strong supporter of mental health problems and humanitarian causes, advocates for them through his communication with the world, exuding messages of kindness and understanding.

Legacy and Future Endeavors

In the year 2025, Andrew Garfield will not only win but also win over the spectators with his very own and clever performances and the way he does it.

On stage and screen, he puts out very real, smart, and passionate work in each of his roles. Also reported to be in a number of upcoming films and theater productions, Garfield’s development as an artist is an inspiring study of devotion and truth.

Andrew Garfield is a multi-talent; he is a storyteller, an artist, and a very present and inspirational person who touches the lives of millions around the globe.