Tobin Bell Biography

Tobin Bell born Joseph Henry Tobin Jr. is an American actor. Bell is famously known for his role of John Kramer/ Jigsaw in the central character of the Saw Franchise. He appears in the first eight films in the series, and also voices the character in the two video game adaptations, Saw (2009) and Saw II: Flesh & Blood (2010). His portrayal of Jigsaw has earned him five award nominations and two wins.

Bell is a life member of the Actors Studio. After years of work doing stand-ins and background work on films, he got his first major acting job in Mississippi Burning (1988) and eventually went on to star in made-for-television films and guest star in television shows throughout the 1990s. Before his breakthrough with Saw, Bell appeared in many notable and various films, including The Verdict (1982), Tootsie (1982).

Moreover, he was featured in Mississippi Burning (1988), False Identity (1990), Loose Cannons (1990), Goodfellas (1990), Ruby (1992), a narration role in Boiling Point (1993), The Firm (1993), In the Line of Fire (1993), Malice (1993), The Quick and the Dead (1995), Brown’s Requiem (1998), and a voice role in The Road to El Dorado (2000).

He is sometimes credited as Joseph Tobin in the various 1980s films such as Sophie’s Choice and Turk 182.

Tobin Bell Age

Tobin is 79 years old as of 2021. He was born on 7 August 1942, in Queens, New York, United States. In addition, Bell celebrates his birthday every 7 of August every year.

Tobin Bell Height and Weight

Joseph Henry stands at an average height of 1.79 meters tall. Furthermore, he weighs 78 kilograms. Tobin has brown eyes and blonde hair. His body measurements are not available.

Tobin Bell Education

Bell studied liberal arts and journalism in college, with the intention of becoming a writer and entering the broadcasting field. He also has an interest in environmental matters, holding a master’s degree in environmental science from Montclair State University as well as having worked for the New York Botanical Garden.

He credits hearing a seminar by Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy at Boston University with inspiring him to begin an acting career. Bell joined the Actors Studio where he studied with Lee Strasberg and Ellen Burstyn and joined Sanford Meisner’s Neighborhood Playhouse.

Tobin Bell Family, Parents, and Siblings

Bell was born in Queens, New York, and raised in Weymouth, Massachusetts. He was born to an English-born mother named Eileen Julia Bell Tobin, who was an actress who worked at the Quincy Repertory Company. Joseph H. Tobin, who was of Irish descent, built and established the radio station WJDA in Quincy, Massachusetts, in 1947 and once ran for mayor of Gloversville, New York. Bell has one sister and one brother.

Tobin Bell Wife and Children

Bell was married to Elizabeth. In January 2018, Bell’s wife, Elizabeth, filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage. The couple was blessed with two sons named Cooper Bell, Justin Bell.

Tobin Bell Salary

Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will be updated as soon as it has been made publicly available.

Tobin Bell Net Worth

Tobin has an estimated net worth of $16 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Tobin Bell Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Tobin.

Tobin Bell Wiki

• Full Names: Joseph Henry Tobin Jr.
  
• Popular As: Tobin Bell
• Gender: male
• Occupation / Profession: Actor
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity:  White
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Tobin Bell Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 79 years old as of 2021
• Zodiac Sign: Leo
• Date of Birth: August 7, 1942
• Place of Birth: Queens, New York, U.S.
• Birthday: August 7

Tobin Bell Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Known
• Height / How Tall?: 1.79 m
• Weight: 78 kg
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Blonde
• Shoe Size: Not Available
• Biceps Size: Not Available
• Chest Size: Not Available
• Hip Size: Not Available

Tobin Bell Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Joseph H. Tobin
• Mother: Eileen Bell Tobin
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Divorced
• Dating /Wife: Elizabeth
• Children: Cooper Bell, Justin Bell

Tobin Bell Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $16 million
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Actor

Tobin Bell Career

In 1982, Bell had a short uncredited scene in the Sydney Pollack film, Tootsie, playing a waiter at the Russian Tea Room. He told Movieline, “You know when you’re talking about Tootsie, it’s the tip of the iceberg because those other twenty-nine films I did aren’t even on IMDb.” He worked on The Verdict (1982) for two weeks as a courtroom reporter in the trial.

He recollected it being a “great opportunity” watching Sidney Lumet and Paul Newman, while also learning the technical aspect of acting. For every role he plays, starting with the initial reading of the script to the final shot of production, he keeps a journal of various questions about and motivations for his character. “I write all kinds of stream-of-consciousness things that help me.”

In 2004, Bell was cast as John Kramer / Jigsaw, an engineer-turned-serial killer who wants others to appreciate the value of life via twisted “games”, in the horror film Saw. The low-budget film was a box office success, spawning eight sequels: Saw II (2005), Saw III (2006), Saw IV (2007), Saw V (2008), Saw VI (2009), Saw 3D (2010), Jigsaw (2017), and Spiral (2021).

He provided his voice for the Jigsaw character in the Saw video game (2009) and its sequel, Saw II: Flesh & Blood (2010), to which he also provided his likeness. Even though Bell spent three weeks lying on a floor and had very few lines, his role was pivotal to the first film. For his role as “Jigsaw”, Bell received MTV Movie Awards nominations in 2006 and 2007 for “Best Villain”, won “Best Butcher” in the Fuse/Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, and was given the “Best Villain in a Film Series” title at the 2010 Chiller-Eyegore Awards. Although he considers his role in Saw to have been “a great blessing”, he hopes to soon have the opportunity to be cast against type.

In 2016, Bell starred as hermit Yo Ling on the soap opera Days of Our Lives, revealed to be John Black’s long-lost father. He starred as the voices of the villain Doctor Alchemy and the malicious speed god and main antagonist Savitar on the third season of The Flash, in an uncredited role.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tobin Bell

Who is Tobin?

Joseph Henry Tobin Jr. is an American actor. He appears in the first eight films in the series, and also voices the character in the two video game adaptations, Saw (2009) and Saw II: Flesh & Blood (2010). His portrayal of Jigsaw has earned him five award nominations and two wins.

How old is Tobin?

He was born on 7 August 1942, in Queens, New York, United States. In addition, Bell celebrates his birthday every 7 of August every year.

How tall is Tobin?

Joseph Henry stands at an average height of 1.79 meters tall.

Is Tobin married?

Bell was married to Elizabeth. In January 2018, Bell’s wife, Elizabeth, filed for divorce after 25 years of marriage. The couple was blessed with two sons named Cooper Bell, Justin Bell.

How much is Tobin worth?

Tobin has an estimated net worth of $16 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

How much does Tobin make?

Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable.

Where does Tobin live? 

Because of security reasons, Tobin has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Tobin dead or alive?

Tobin is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Tobin Now?

To get his latest updates, visit his official social media accounts listed below.

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