Edward Furlong

Edward Furlong

Musician · US · b. 1977

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Edward Furlong was born in Glendale, California, and is of Mexican descent on his mother's side.

He gained fame for his role as John Connor in the blockbuster film "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" at just 13 years old.

Furlong's tumultuous personal life includes a marriage to actress Rachael Bella and a custody battle over their son.

Biography

Early Life

Edward Walter Furlong was born on August 2, 1977, in Glendale, California. He is of Mexican descent on his mother's side and has described himself as "part Russian". Raised primarily by his mother, Eleanor Torres, and her then-husband Moises Torres, Furlong faced family challenges early on, including a custody battle that led him to live with his aunt and uncle. His childhood was marked by a tumultuous home life, which included a significant incident involving his tutor, Jacqueline Domac, who engaged in a romantic relationship with him when he was a minor.

Career

Furlong's career took off at the young age of 13 when he was cast as John Connor in the iconic film "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" (1991). Discovered by casting director Mali Finn, Furlong's performance earned him critical acclaim, including an MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance and a Saturn Award. Following this breakout role, he starred in several films throughout the 1990s, including "Pet Sematary Two" and "American Heart". He also made a notable appearance in Aerosmith's music video for "Livin' on the Edge".

Personal Life

Furlong's personal life has been marked by both relationships and struggles. He dated actress Natasha Lyonne and married actress Rachael Bella in 2006, with whom he had a son. Their marriage ended in a tumultuous divorce, complicated by allegations of substance abuse. Furlong has faced significant challenges with alcoholism and drug addiction, entering rehabilitation multiple times since 2000. Despite these struggles, he has continued to be a recognizable figure in the entertainment industry, with a legacy that includes both his early success and ongoing personal battles.

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Discography

Albums
The Happy Prince and My Grandfather's Favorite PoemsThe Happy Prince and My Grandfather's Favorite Poems1993

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君を強く抱きしめて君を強く抱きしめて1992

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Singles
君を強く抱きしめて君を強く抱きしめて1992

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Country

US

Born

1977-08-02

Instruments

voice

Identifiers & aliases
ISNI

0000000078397723

Description

American actor and singer

Extract from Wikipedia

Edward Walter Furlong is an American actor. He won a Saturn and an MTV Movie Award for his breakthrough performance at age 13 as John Connor in James Cameron's 1991 science fiction action film Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

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