River Phoenix is the eldest brother of Rain Phoenix, Joaquin Phoenix, Liberty Phoenix, and Summer Phoenix. He was very fond to play the guitar. At 10 years of age he began his started his career in acting appearing in television advertisements. He is known for his appearance in the science fiction adventure picture Explorers as Wolfgang Müller in 1985 which was his film debut. He made his Television debut with Seven Brides for Seven Brothers as Guthrie McFadden in 1982. He has also appeared in the movie Stand by Me as Chris Chambers in 1986. Running on Empty as Danny Pope in 1988, My Own Private Idaho as Michael "Mikey" Waters in 1991,
River Phoenix parents are John Lee Bottom and Arlyn Phoenix. John Lee Bottom is his father name and Arlyn Phoenix is his mother name. He is the first child of his parents. River Phoenix mother was born to a Russian Jewish parents and his father is from California. River Phoenix mother relocated to California before giving birth to her daughter Rain and met Phoenix's father while hitchhiking. River Phoenix parents were married in 1969 and went on to serve as missionaries in South America with the Children of God. His sister Rain Phoenix began singing at the age of three, accompanied him on guitar. They used to perform on the streets of Caracas, Venezuela, while handing out Children of God fliers to passing by. The family decided to relocate to California in order for the children to pursue careers in the entertainment business. Rain Phoenix, River Phoenix and his siblings mostly did their street performances for large audiences of people. Arlyn accepted a position at NBC and did find an agent for the five Phoenix kids. During the audience warm-up act for the show Real Kids, River Phoenix performed with her sister rain in 1982. Following that, Rain Phoenix appeared in a number of television shows like the one in an episode of Amazing Stories in 1986 and Family Ties in 1987. Additionally in 1987, His sister Rain Phoenix won a role in the feature film Maid to Order, in which she co-starred with Ally Sheedy.
His sister Rain Phoenix returned to her musical roots when she was 15 years old, when she created the band Aleka's Attic with him. River Phoenix in collaboration with bassist Josh McKay, wrote the music and lyrics, with Rain Phoenix sang backup. Gainesville, Florida-based band got shows in and around their hometown. River phoenix career had taken off, and the band's activities were frequently put on hold to accommodate River's hectic schedule. Aleka's Attic got a development agreement with Island Records in 1988, and in 1989, Across The Way the band published the track on a benefit album for the animal rights organisation PETA. In the year 1991, they embarked on a tour of clubs and colleges along the East Coast. Rain Phoenix was on the set of River's tenth film, My Own Private Idaho, at the time.
His sister Rain Phoenix met director Gus Van Sant, which he suggested her who thought she'd be excellent for a role in his future project, a cinematic adaptation of Tom Robbins' cult novel, Even Cowgirls Get the Blues. River Phoenix was cast in the role. Rain Phoenix was cast in the role of Bonanza Jellybean, the show's top cowgirl, alongside Uma Thurman. Rain Phoenix is the founding member of the Los Angeles-based band Papercranes, which was created in 2003. She is also a highly gifted actress who has already acted in a number of films and television series.
River Phoenix began to feature in advertising for other companies as well starting with the ads for organisations such as Mitsubishi, Ocean Spray, and Saks Fifth Avenue. His first important appearance on television was in the television series "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers," which aired on "CBS" from September 1982 to January 1983.
He was nominated for the ‘Emmy Award'. He has appeared in many movies like The Mosquito Coast as Charlie Fox in 1986, A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon as Jimmy Reardon in 1988, Running on Empty as Danny Pope in 1990, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade as Young Indiana Jones in 1989, Dogfight as Eddie Birdlace in 1991. My Own Private Idaho as Michael "Mikey" Waters in 1991, Sneakers as Carl Arbogast in 1992, The Thing Called Love as James Wright in 1993, Silent Tongue as Talbot Roe in 1994, Dark Blood as Boy in 2012 which was his last movie.
He received the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead for his performance in My Own Private Idaho in 1991. In addition, he received the NBR Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Running on Empty in 1988. He also achieved Young Artist Award for Best Young Male Superstar in Motion Pictures for The Mosquito Coast in 1986, and many more.
The death of River Phoenix
River Phoenix death reason was Acute combined drug intoxication. At age of his death was 23 years and the reson of death was drug overdose. He died on October 31, 1993 and place of death was West Hollywood, California, U.S. His Resting place is Cremated; ashes scattered at family ranch which is located in Micanopy, Florida. River Phoenix started his career in the field of acting when he was 10 years of age in television commercials. Rain Phoenix travelled to Los Angeles with her brother Joaquin a few months after the film's completion in order to visit River Phoenix during a break from Dark Blood production.
How much is River Phoenix Net Worth?
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River Phoenix dating, relationship, Girlfriend, Wife
River Phoenix has dated and his girlfriend names are Samantha Mantis, Suzanne Solgot, and Martha Plimtpon.
He is not married so he dont have a wife.
River Phoenix Age and Height
| River Phoenix Age and Height | |
|---|---|
| Name | River Phoenix |
| Age | 23 Years |
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches |
River Phoenix Wiki and Biography
| River Phoenix Wiki and Biography | |
|---|---|
| Born and Real Name | River Phoenix |
| Nickname | River |
| Birthday | August 23, 1970 |
| Age | 23 Years |
| Profession | American actor, musician, and activist |
| Birthplace | Madras, Oregon, U.S. |
| Sun sign | Virgo |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Caste | Not known |
River Phoenix Height, Weight and Body Measurements
| River Phoenix Height, Weight and Body Measurements | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 72 kg |
| Body Measurements | Not known |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
River Phoenix Net Worth and Salary
| River Phoenix Net Worth and Salary | |
|---|---|
| Net Worth | $6 Million |
| Salary | Not known |
River Phoenix Education Qualifications, School and College
| River Phoenix Education Qualifications, School and College | |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualifications | N/A |
| School | N/A |
| College | N/A |
River Phoenix Professional Life
| River Phoenix Professional Life | |
|---|---|
| Profession | American actor, musician, and activist. |
| Movie Debut | Explorers as Wolfgang Müller in 1985 |
| TV Show Debut | Seven Brides for Seven Brothers as Guthrie McFadden in 1982 |
| Famous and well known | Actor |
River Phoenix Family Details/ parents/ family background?
| River Phoenix Family Details/ parents/ family background? | |
|---|---|
| Parents /Father | John Lee Bottom |
| Parents /Mother | Arlyn Phoenix |
| Siblings/ Brothers Name | Rain Phoenix, Joaquin Phoenix |
| Siblings/ Sisters Name | Jodean Bottom, Liberty Phoenix, Summer Phoenix |
| Wife | N/A |
| Children/Son's Name | N/A |
| Children/Daughter's Name | N/A |
River Phoenix Girlfriend/Wife/dating/Affairs?
| River Phoenix Girlfriend/Wife/dating/Affairs? | |
|---|---|
| Wife/Spouse Name | N/A |
| Dating /Girlfriend Name/Affairs | Samantha Mantis, Suzanne Solgot, and Martha Plimtpon. |
River Phoenix Marriage Details
| River Phoenix Marriage Details | |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Not Married |
| Wife/Spouse Name | N/A |
| Wedding dates/ Marriage date | N/A |
River Phoenix Home Address and Residence
| River Phoenix Home Address and Residence | |
|---|---|
| Home town | United States |
| House address | United States |
River Phoenix Social Media Websites
| River Phoenix Social Media Websites | |
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| N/A | |
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| Website | N/A |
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