Joshua Jackson Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Joshua Jackson’s Net Worth and Salary?

With a net worth of $6 million, Joshua Jackson is a Canadian-American actor who gained fame as Pacey Witter on the popular teen drama “Dawson’s Creek” (1998-2003), a part that elevated him to household name status and teen idol status. Prior to this breakthrough role, he had already made a name for himself as a child actor, particularly with his appearances in “The Mighty Ducks” film trilogy during the early 1990s.

Following “Dawson’s Creek,” Jackson adeptly moved on to more mature roles, taking on the character Peter Bishop in the science fiction series “Fringe” (2008-2013). His performance in this series showcased his versatility as an actor while helping him to shed his earlier teen drama image. He subsequently took on important roles in Showtime’s “The Affair” (2014-2019) and the miniseries “Little Fires Everywhere” (2020).

In the past few years, Jackson has persisted in portraying multifaceted characters on television, including prominent roles in “Dr. Death” (2021), where he depicted the contentious real-life neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch, along with “Fatal Attraction” (2023), a series adaptation of the iconic film. His career also includes various independent films and stage performances, with a Broadway debut in “Children of a Lesser God” (2018), highlighting his adaptability across several artistic mediums.

Early Life

Born on June 11, 1978, in Vancouver, Canada, Joshua Jackson’s full name is Joshua Carter Jackson. He is the offspring of John and Fiona Jackson. His mother, a casting director originally from Ballyfermot, Dublin, Ireland, migrated to North America in the late ’60s. Jackson’s father, originally from Texas, left the family when Joshua was very young. He lived in California until the age of 8, after which he and his younger sister were raised by their mother in Vancouver. Jackson went to the Ideal Mini School before moving on to Kitsilano Secondary School.

Career

Jackson’s entry into the film industry began with a minor role in “Crooked Hearts” (1991). He then portrayed Charlie in a musical adaptation of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.” Shortly after associating with the William Morris Agency, Jackson auditioned for and secured the role of Charlie, an ambitious young hockey player in “The Mighty Ducks.” He gained iconic status when he starred as Pacey Witter on “Dawson’s Creek,” a WB series created by Kevin Williamson which aired from 1998 to 2003, also featuring future stars like Katie Holmes, Michelle Williams, and James Van Der Beek. During the show’s breaks, Jackson took part in numerous films, including “Cruel Intentions,” where he shared the screen with Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Phillippe. Additionally, he appeared in “The Skulls,” “The Safety of Objects,” and “The Laramie Project,” while making a cameo in “Ocean’s Eleven” around this time. In 2000, he guest-starred on “The Simpsons,” lending his voice to a character named Jesse Grass, a “hunky environmentalist” and romantic interest for Lisa Simpson in the episode “Lisa the Tree Hugger.” That same year, he was cast in the film “Gossip.” For his contributions on “Dawson’s Creek,” Jackson garnered three Teen Choice Awards for Favorite Actor and received nominations for the same honor each year.

Not long after concluding his role in “Dawson’s Creek,” Jackson secured lead roles in several films such as “Americano,” “Shadows in the Sun,” and “Aurora Borealis.” In 2005, he relocated to the United Kingdom, making his stage debut in London’s West End alongside Patrick Stewart in David Mamet’s two-hander “A Life in the Theatre.” The production met with considerable success, extending over a three-month run. Jackson’s next project was “Bobby,” directed by Emilio Estevez, his fellow “Mighty Ducks” co-star. He subsequently took on the lead role in

“Shutter.” In 2009, he not only starred in but also served as the executive producer for the Canadian independent film “One Week.” His performance in this role earned him a Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role.

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Later, Joshua took on the role of Peter Bishop in the science-fiction series “Fringe,” aired on the Fox network, which became the second-highest-rated new show during the 2008-2009 season. JJ Abrams, Roberto Orci, and Alex Kurtzman created the show. In 2010, he hosted the satirical event Pacey-Con, which took place across the street from the San Diego Comic-Con. Wearing a bowling shirt, he handed out fan fiction composed by “Dawson’s Creek” enthusiasts to attendees waiting in line at Comic-Con. Footage from this event was recorded for the humor website Funny or Die. In 2013, Jackson acted in “Inescapable,” featuring alongside Marisa Tomei.

From 2014 to 2018, Joshua portrayed Cole Lockhart in the acclaimed Showtime series “The Affair.” During breaks from filming this show, he appeared in the movie “Sky” and made guest appearances in episodes of “Gravity Falls,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” and “Years of Living Dangerously.” Marking his Broadway debut in March 2018, he played James Leeds in the stage adaptation of “Children of a Lesser God,” which ran until May that year. Joshua starred as defense attorney Mickey Joseph in the Netflix miniseries “When They See Us” in 2019. He co-starred with Kerry Washington and Reese Witherspoon in Hulu’s “Little Fires Everywhere” in 2020.

Personal Life

During the first two seasons of “Dawson’s Creek,” Jackson was romantically involved with his co-star Katie Holmes, who describes him as her first love. In 2006, Joshua started a relationship with German actress Diane Kruger. After a decade together, they separated in 2016. Joshua began dating British model and actress Jodie Turner-Smith in 2018. They tied the knot in December 2019 and welcomed their first child in April 2020. However, Turner-Smith filed for divorce in October 2023. In December 2024, she submitted a request in Los Angeles County Superior Court demanding Jackson pay $8,543 monthly in child support and $28,641 monthly in spousal support, plus retroactive payments dating back to their initial divorce filing. She also requested $250,000 for attorney’s fees.

A devoted fan of the Vancouver Canucks hockey team, Jackson faced legal trouble when he was arrested on November 9, 2002, at a hockey game involving the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, North Carolina, following a confrontation with a security guard. He faced charges of assault, public intoxication, and disruption, having a 0.14 blood alcohol content at the time. The assault charge was subsequently dropped, and Jackson agreed to participate in an alcohol education program and complete 24 hours of community service.

Real Estate

In 2014, Joshua and Diane acquired a home in West Hollywood, California, for $2.9 million. Once their relationship ended in 2017, they listed the extensively remodeled property for $6 million, ultimately accepting an offer of $5.8 million.

Joshua is the owner of his childhood home located in Topanga, California. In 2002, he purchased a 1.5-acre property in Topanga for $865,000, which sadly was destroyed in the 2025 Palisades Fire. Additionally, he has lived in Wilmington, North Carolina, and New York. His move to a new residence occurred in 2009.

Vancouver is the destination.