Leland Francis Fraser is the youngest son of famous actor Brendan Fraser and former actress Afton Smith. As parents, the former couple is huge on privacy. They ensured Leland and his siblings lived a sheltered and private life while growing up.
This is not to say that they have not experienced the perks of fame and fortune thanks to their parents. Most of what Leland has accomplished is believed to be thanks to his ties to his parents.
Here is all we know about him.
Who Is Leland Francis Fraser?
Leland Francis Fraser is Brendan and Smith’s youngest son. He was born May 2, 2006, at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Leland is a fashion model and is reportedly repped by Marilyn Agency NY. However, he is also said to enjoy music even though it is unclear if he will pursue a career.
He’s a member of the band known as “The Alligators” and is known to share videos of him singing and playing guitar on his Instagram page now and again. Leland prefers to fly under the radar. However, in November 2022, he made a rare public appearance at the New York premiere of “The Whale” alongside his father and brother Holden.
Leland has a close bond with his father and brothers, which has been showcased several times. During an appearance on “The Rachael Ray Show” in February 2010, his father described him as “a professional fire plug.”
He said: “He goes through brushes and briers and comes out on the other side scratched and smiling. It’s all good!”
Leland Francis Fraser’s Parents
He was born to Brendan and Afton. Brendan is an actor famous for his roles both on the big screen and on TV. He graduated from the Cornish College of the Arts in 1990 and rose to fame after starring in “Dogfight” in 1991.
After his breakout role, Brendan became more famous after securing roles in hit movies, including “George of the Jungle.” His former wife, Leland’s mother, is an American actress. She was born in Northport, Long Island, New York, USA.
Her career in acting kicked off in 1987, and since then, she has become famous for starring in movies, including “George of the Jungle,” “Fried Green Tomatoes,” and “Reality Bites.” The couple met in 1993, just as Brendan’s career kicked off. The meeting happened during an Independence Day barbecue hosted by Winona Ryder.
Brendan and Afton dated for four years before they eventually tied the knot on September 27, 1998. They were together for about a decade before finally calling it quits in 2008. Their union was blessed with three sons before it ended.
At the time of their split, Leland was just a toddler. The reason for their separation is unknown, but Brendan was ordered to pay $50,000 monthly for ten years in alimony and $25,000 monthly for child support.
They also had a legal battle over financial assets but remained committed to co-parenting their children through it all.
Leland Francis Fraser’s Height
Brendan Fraser’s youngest stands 6 feet 3 inches, or 191 centimeters. He weighs 60 kilograms and is known for his unique long brown hair and gray eyes.
Leland Francis Fraser Nationality
He has European ancestry, including Irish, Scottish, German, Czech, and French-Canadian heritage from his father’s side.
Leland Francis Fraser’s Siblings
He has two other siblings. Griffin Arthur is the eldest of the three and was born in 2002. He has autism spectrum disorder, which his father revealed in a 2018 interview.
Brendan Fraser and Smith welcomed their second son Holden on August 16, 2004.
Brendan Fraser on Being a Dad
During an interview in January 2009, Leland’s father shared some lessons he’d picked up as a father. He said fatherhood teaches him “how to love more and more every day.”
Brendan Fraser takes his job as a dad very seriously. He was able to maintain a great bond with his boys despite splitting from their mother, and that in itself is worthy of praise.