Jamie Dornan Net Worth 2024: How Much is the ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Actor Worth?

Jamie Dornan net worth is estimated to be around $14 million as of 2024. Jamie Dornan is a Northern Ireland actor, model, and musician born on May 1, 1982. He has won two Irish Film and Television Awards and has been nominated for a BAFTA and a Golden Globe. In 2020, The Irish Times named him one of Ireland’s top film actors.

Jamie Dornan started his career as a model in 2001 working with brands like Hugo Boss, Dior, Homme, and Calvin Klein. The New York Times called him “the Golden Torso” and Vogue listed him among the “25 Biggest Male Models of All Time” in 2015. He was also part of the folk band Sons of Jim until 2008.

He began acting in 2006 with Sofia Coppola’s film “Marie Antoinette.” He had small roles in independent films and TV shows including Sheriff Graham Humbert in “Once Upon a Time.” Dornan gained major recognition for his role as serial killer Paul Spector in “The Fall,” earning a BAFTA nomination.

His fame grew with roles like Christian Grey in the “Fifty Shades series,” Jan Kubiš in “Anthropoid,” Edgar Pagét in “Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar” and Pa in “Belfast” which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He also stars as Elliot Stanley/Eugene Cassidy in the thriller series “The Tourist.”

What is Jamie Dornan Net Worth in 2024?

Jamie Dornan is a Northern Ireland actor, model, and musician with a net worth of $14 Million as of 2024, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The main source of Jamie Dornan’s net worth mainly comes from his successful acting career. He’s best known for playing Christian Grey in the “Fifty Shades of Grey” film series, which brought him a lot of fame and money.

Besides acting, he also earns from modeling and his work as a producer. Dornan started as a model, which helped him get into acting, and his roles in various films and TV shows have added significantly to his wealth. His diverse entertainment career contributes to his overall net worth.

Jamie Dornan’s Early Life and Education

Jamie Dornan was born on May 1, 1982, in Holywood County Down Northern Ireland, and grew up near Belfast. His mother Lorna passed away from pancreatic cancer when he was 16. His father Jim Dornan an obstetrician who once considered acting died from COVID-19 complications on March 15, 2021. Dornan often mentioned how his father’s encouragement was a constant source of pride for him.

Dornan has two older sisters: Liesa who works for Disney in London and Jessica a fashion designer in Cornwall England. He is also a distant cousin of actress Greer Garson. Both of his grandparents were Methodist preachers.

He attended Methodist College Belfast where he was involved in rugby and drama. Dornan won his first acting award in a school pantomime as Widow Twankey. He also played Baby Face in “Bugsy Malone” and the Milkman in “Blood Brothers.”

Jamie Dornan was active in the Holywood Players drama group and participated in the Ballymoney Drama Festival. Additionally, he played rugby for Belfast Harlequins and the Ulster Rugby under-21 team but missed out on a professional career due to a viral infection.

Dornan started at Teesside University but left in 2002 to pursue acting in London skipping drama school. He initially worked in a pub in Knightsbridge before beginning his modeling career.

Jamie Dornan’s Career

Music

Jamie Dornan was part of the folk band Sons of Jim which he started with his school friend David Alexander. The band released songs like “Fairytale” and “My Burning Sun” through their label Doorstep Records. They even toured with Scottish singer KT Tunstall. However, the Sons of Jim split up in 2008.

Modelling

In 2001, Jamie Dornan joined Channel 4’s reality show “Model Behaviour” but was eliminated. Despite his initial reluctance, he was encouraged by his sisters to pursue modeling. He signed with Select Model Management and began working with brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, Aquascutum, Hugo Boss, and Armani.

Dornan became well-known in the fashion world with a 2005 Dior Homme fragrance campaign. He first appeared in Calvin Klein ads in 2004 alongside Natalia Vodianova. His notable Calvin Klein work includes jeans campaigns with Kate Moss in 2006 and Eva Mendes in 2010. In 2009, he also became the face of CK Free and judged its model competition.

He appeared in ads for Dolce & Gabbana, Zara, Banana Republic, and Levi’s Jeans. In 2006, The New York Times called him “The Golden Torso” and Vogue ranked him among the “25 Biggest Male Models of All Time” in 2015. In 2018, he became the face of Hugo Boss’s “Boss The Scent” and later starred in Loewe’s 2023 Fall/Winter campaign becoming their global ambassador in 2024.

Dornan worked with top photographers like Bruce Weber and Carter Smith but never did runway shows due to his unique walking style.

Acting career

Career beginnings

Jamie Dornan made his film debut in Sofia Coppola’s “Marie Antoinette” as Count Axel Fersen. Despite this start, he faced many unsuccessful auditions and appeared in films like “Beyond the Rave” and “Shadows in the Sun.”

Dornan mentioned that transitioning from modeling to acting was tough as many saw him only as a model. He tried hard to break into acting and even auditioned in Los Angeles. Although he initially wanted to pursue comedy he shifted focus away from it.

Jamie Dornan gained recognition for his role as the Huntsman/Sheriff Graham in the TV series “Once Upon a Time.” Even though his character was killed off, Dornan returned in the season finale and later as Graham in a flashback episode.

The Fall

His breakthrough came with the TV series “The Fall” where he played Paul Spector a serial killer. Dornan prepared for the role by researching serial killers and adopting a calm approach. His performance earned praise and awards marking a significant change in his career. He also appeared in “Flying Home” and “New Worlds.”

In 2013, Jamie Dornan was cast as Christian Grey in “Fifty Shades of Grey” replacing Charlie Hunnam. Released in February 2015 the film was a box office hit though critically panned. Dornan prepared by visiting a sex dungeon and despite the mixed reviews, he acknowledged the role opened many doors for him.

Dornan continued to expand his career with roles in independent films. In “The Siege of Jadotville,” he played Commandant Pat Quinlan. He also starred in “Anthropoid” and “The 9th Life of Louis Drax.” His performances in these films received varied reviews but he was recognized for his acting.

Transition to independent film roles

In 2018, Dornan appeared in “My Dinner with Hervé” and “A Private War.” Critics praised his performances in these films. He also took on roles in “Robin Hood,” “Death and Nightingales,” and “Untogether” with mixed reviews.

Dornan’s 2019 film Synchronic was well-received and he starred in “Endings Beginnings.” He also appeared in “Wild Mountain Thyme” where his performance received mixed reviews. However, his role in “Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar” was praised for its comedic elements.

Career expansion

In 2021, Jamie Dornan played a working-class father in Kenneth Branagh’s “Belfast.” His performance received critical acclaim earning him nominations for the Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice awards. The film itself was nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

Since then, Dornan has continued to evolve his career. He led the BBC thriller series “The Tourist” which became a top drama in the UK. He was also featured in “Heart of Stone” and “A Haunting in Venice.” His roles in these films were met with mixed to positive reviews.

Jamie Dornan’s Personal Life

Relationship

In 2003, Jamie Dornan met actress Keira Knightley during an Asprey photoshoot. They were together for two years before breaking up in 2005. In 2010, Dornan started dating English actress and singer Amelia Warner. They got engaged in 2012 and married in 2013. The couple has three daughters Dulcie, Elva, and Alberta Dornan. Dornan is an atheist and identifies as Irish. In 2022, he launched his own men’s clothing line called ‘Eleven Eleven.’

Amateur golf

Jamie Dornan is also an avid golfer. He has played in the pro-am at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship multiple times including 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 often with professional golfers like Danny Willett, Peter Uihlein, and Tyrrell Hatton. He also competed in the 2017 Irish Open and the J.P. McManus Pro-Am in 2022.

Jamie Dornan’s Awards

Jamie Dornan has received high praise for several films, according to Rotten Tomatoes. Some of his best-reviewed movies include “A Private War,” “Belfast,” “My Dinner with Hervé,” “Barb, and Star Go to Vista Del Mar,” “Synchronic,” “A Haunting in Venice,” “Anthropoid,” and “The Siege of Jadotville.” His standout TV roles are in “The Tourist,” “The Fall,” and “Once Upon a Time.”

Dornan has won two Irish Film and Television Awards, a Broadcasting Press Guild Award, and a People’s Choice Award. He’s also been nominated for a British Academy Television Award and a Golden Globe Award.

In 2023, Jamie Dornan was honored with an honorary Doctor of Arts degree from Queens University Belfast.

Jamie Dornan’s Charity

Jamie Dornan has supported several causes and organizations over the years. He was a patron of TinyLife a Northern Ireland charity that helps premature and vulnerable babies. In 2017, he joined a charity football match Game 4 Grenfell to aid victims of the Grenfell Tower fire in London.

In 2018, Dornan became a patron for Northern Ireland Pancreatic Cancer a charity focused on pancreatic cancer working with Pancreatic Cancer Action and the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund. Although he stepped down in 2021 due to a busy filming schedule he remains a strong supporter of the cause.

In 2020, Jamie Dornan participated in Save with Stories by reading a bedtime story to help raise funds for Save the Children’s Emergency Coronavirus Appeal. He also supported the Faster 5K Friday campaign for the Care Workers Charity which offers financial aid to care workers. Dornan has been involved in annual fundraising events like Red Nose Day and Children in Need and has supported emergency campaigns for children’s treatment.