Scott Caan is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on August 23, 1976, in Los Angeles, California.
Caan is the son of actor James Caan and Sheila Marie Ryan, a former model and actress.
He began his acting career in the late 1990s and has since appeared in numerous films and television shows.
Some of his notable roles include Danny “Danno” Williams on the CBS series Hawaii Five-0, Turk Malloy in the Ocean’s Eleven film series, and Vincent in the 2001 film American Outlaws.
In addition to his acting work, Caan is also a writer, director, and photographer.
Scott Caan biography
Scott Caan is an American actor, writer, director, and photographer, best known for his roles in films such as the “Ocean’s Eleven” franchise and the television series “Hawaii Five-0.”
He was born on August 23, 1976, in Los Angeles, California, to actor James Caan and actress Sheila Ryan. He grew up in Beverly Hills and attended Beverly Hills High School.
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Caan began his acting career in the late 1990s, appearing in small roles in films such as “Nowhere to Go” and “Bongwater.”
He then had a breakthrough role in the sports comedy film “Varsity Blues” (1999), in which he played the character Tweeter.
This led to more prominent roles in films such as “American Outlaws” (2001) and “Gone in 60 Seconds” (2000).
In 2001, Caan wrote and directed his first film, “Dallas 362,” which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
He continued to act in films, including “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001), “Ocean’s Twelve” (2004), and “Ocean’s Thirteen” (2007), in which he played the role of Turk Malloy.
In 2010, Caan was cast as Detective Danny “Danno” Williams in the reboot of the television series “Hawaii Five-0,” which aired for 10 seasons until 2020.
He received critical acclaim for his performance and was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 2011.
Aside from his acting career, Caan is also a writer and photographer.
He has published two books of photography, “Scott Caan Photographs, Vol. 1” and “Vanity.”
He has also written several plays and screenplays, including the film “The Dog Problem” (2006).
Caan has been in several high-profile relationships over the years, including with actress and model Izabella Miko and actress Kacy Byxbee.
He has two children, a daughter named Josie James and a son named Casey, with Byxbee.
In addition to his work in entertainment, Caan is involved in several philanthropic efforts, including supporting the Surfrider Foundation and Heal the Bay, which focus on environmental conservation.
Profile Summary
- Name: Scott Andrew Caan (commonly known as Scott Caan)
- Date of birth: 23rd August 1976
- Place of birth: Los Angeles, California
- Sun sign: Virgo
- Mother: Sheila Ryan
- Father: James Caan
- Siblings: Tara, Alexander, Jacob, and James (all half-siblings)
- Famous family members: Ronnie Caan (producer)
- Ethnicity: German-Jewish
- Height: 5 feet and 5 inches
- Hair color: Blonde
- Profession: Actor, director, photographer, author
Scott Caan Career
Caan began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor, appearing in various films and television shows.
His first major film role came in 1997 when he appeared in the drama film “Bongwater.” He then went on to appear in several other films, including “Varsity Blues” (1999), “Gone in 60 Seconds” (2000), and “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001).
In “Ocean’s Eleven,” he played the role of Turk Malloy, a member of Danny Ocean’s gang, which included other A-list actors like George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Matt Damon.
Caan reprised his role in the sequels “Ocean’s Twelve” and “Ocean’s Thirteen.”
In addition to his film work, Caan has also been active in television. He has appeared in several popular television shows, including “Entourage,” “Hawaii Five-0,” and “NCIS: Los Angeles.” In “Hawaii Five-0,” he played the role of Detective Danny Williams, one of the main characters on the show.
He appeared in the series from 2010 to 2020, earning critical acclaim for his performance.
Apart from his acting work, Caan has also pursued a career in writing and directing.
He wrote and directed his first feature film, “Dallas 362,” in 2003.
He has also written several plays, including “The Trouble We Come From,” which was performed at the Black Dahlia Theatre in Los Angeles in 2006.
As a photographer, Caan has also made a name for himself, having his work exhibited in several galleries in Los Angeles and New York.
His photographs have also been featured in several magazines, including Vanity Fair and Rolling Stone.
Scott Caan’s career has been varied and successful. He has shown his versatility as an actor, writer, director, and photographer, and has earned critical acclaim for his work in each of these areas.
Scott Caan Movies and Tv Shows
Films:
- Bongwater (1998)
- Enemy of the State (1998)
- Varsity Blues (1999)
- American Outlaws (2001)
- Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
- Novocaine (2001)
- Dallas 362 (2003)
- Ocean’s Twelve (2004)
- Into the Blue (2005)
- Friends with Money (2006)
- Brooklyn Rules (2007)
- Ocean’s Thirteen (2007)
- Meet Dave (2008)
- Mercy (2009)
- A Beginner’s Guide to Endings (2010)
- Rock the Kasbah (2015)
- Book Club (2018)
- Just Another Dream (2021)
- Alert: Mission Person Unit (2023)
- One Day as a Lion (2023)
TV Shows:
- Entourage (2004-2011)
- Hawaii Five-0 (2010-2020)
- BoJack Horseman (2014-2020)
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2012-2019)
- Ballers (2015-2019)
- Magnum P.I. (2019)
What is Scott Caan’s Net Worth and Salary?
Scott Caan has a net worth of $16 million.
Personal Life
With his girlfriend Kacy Byxbee, Caan has a daughter named Josie.
Scott Caan Height, Weight, Age, Body Statistics
Scott Caan’s height is 5 feet and 5 inches. His weight is 64 kg. He has maintained a fit build over the years by being physically active. He often goes surfing and practices his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to keep fit.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Long face
