Happy birthday, Brendan Fraser !

The Oscar winner turns 57 on Dec. 3, 2025, but his acting career began more than three decades ago in his early 20s. He broke through with comedies like Encino Man and George of the Jungle , but he showed his range in the 1992 drama School Ties opposite Matt Damon , Ben Affleck and more.

To celebrate the movie star's birthday, take a look at vintage photos from his early years in the industry.

He Has a Point

His strong features and signature smile date back to the beginning of his career!

Soul 'Ties'

In School Ties , he plays a new student at a preperatory school who is antagonized by his rival (Damon).

Premier Men

They might have been foes on screen, but off-screen, the two '90s up-and-comers became great friends. Fraser even cre

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