Adrian Pasdar is best known for his compelling portrayal of Jim Profit, a darkly ambitious corporate executive with a sinister past, in the short-lived but cult-followed Fox drama Profit. His performance as a morally complex lead captured the attention of audiences and critics alike.
Pasdar also gained widespread recognition for his role as Nathan Petrelli in NBC’s acclaimed science fiction series Heroes. In the show, he played a pragmatic New York lawyer-turned-senator who possesses the power of self-propelled flight and shares a complicated relationship with his younger brother, Peter Petrelli.
In 1987, Pasdar played the central role of Caleb Colton, a young man turned vampire torn between his humanity and his new companions, in the cult-classic vampire western horror film Near Dark. He later appeared in the 1999 crime drama Carlito's Way: Rise to Power as Frank Frankie Taglialucci, the son of an imprisoned mob boss.
Pasdar also starred as Declan Dunn in the Canadian-American sci-fi drama Mysterious Ways. In the series, he portrayed an anthropology professor determined to investigate unexplained phenomena after surviving a near-death experience. In addition, he had a recurring role as district attorney Alex Rybak in the teen drama The Lying Game.
Beyond acting, Pasdar directed the 1999 crime thriller Cement, showcasing his abilities behind the camera in addition to his on-screen talents.
Adrian Pasdar is well-known in the animation world for voicing the character of Iron Man. His voice work spans several Marvel Entertainment series including Iron Man: Armored Adventures, Marvel Anime: Iron Man, Ultimate Spider-Man, and Avengers Assemble, further expanding his reach as a versatile voice actor.
Pasdar began his acting career in 1986 with a supporting role in the blockbuster film Top Gun, where he played Lieutenant Charles "Chipper" Piper alongside Tom Cruise. This debut set the stage for a career spanning nearly three decades, during which he established himself as a respected actor, director, and voice performer.
Born to an Iranian-American father and a mother of German-Polish descent, Pasdar holds American nationality and is of mixed ethnic heritage. He stands approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and is noted for his athletic build, distinctive voice, and charismatic screen presence.
Adrian Pasdar was married to Natalie Maines, lead vocalist of the Grammy-winning band The Chicks (formerly Dixie Chicks). The couple met in the late 1990s at the wedding of Maines' bandmate Emily Robison (née Erwin) to Charlie Robison. Pasdar served as a groomsman and Maines as a bridesmaid. Their storybook introduction led to a relationship that culminated in a Las Vegas wedding at the Little White Wedding Chapel in 2000.
The couple has two sons: Jackson Slade Pasdar, born in 2001, and Beckett Finn Pasdar, born in 2004. Though they announced their separation in 2017 and finalized their divorce in 2019, their union remains a notable chapter in both of their public lives.
Outside of acting, Pasdar is a member of the celebrity charity rock group Band From TV, where he plays the guitar. He values spending time with his family and indulging his passion for music when not working in front of or behind the camera. He also has two tattoos, reflecting his personal style and individuality.
| Birth Date: | 30 Apr, 1965 |
| Age: | 54 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Pittsfield |
| Education: | University of Florida Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor and director |
| Spouse: | Natalie Maines[2000-2017] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
