Jason Bateman is an American film and television actor best known for his role as Michael Bluth on the television sitcom _"Arrested Development" . Their first child, Francesca Nora Bateman, was born in Los Angeles on October 28, 2006. The Batemans reside in Los Angeles, California.
Younger brother of actress Justine Bateman.
Son of Kent Bateman and his wife Victoria, a British flight attendant.
Son-in-law of composer/actor Paul Anka.
Became the DGAs youngest-ever director when he directed 3 episodes of "Valerie" (aka "The Hogan Family") at the age of 18 years.
He won the celebrity portion of the Long Beach Grand Prix in 1987.
Formed a Hollywood repertory stage company with his sister, Justine Bateman and their father, Kent Bateman. The trio produced the TV movie Can You Feel Me Dancing? , which starred both Jason and Justine.
Got into acting when, at age 10, he followed a friend to an audition for a role in an educational film and the director asked him to read for the lead.
Uncle of Justine Bateman s children, Duke and Olivia.
Had a surgery to remove a benign polyp from his throat (11 January 2005).
His wife Amanda Anka gave birth to their daughter Francesca Nora on 28 October 2006 in Los Angeles.
Attended, but never graduated from Pacific Hills School.
Ranked #60 on "The Greatest" {100 Greatest Kid Stars} .
A fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers and even wears Dodgers clothing in the 2008 film Hancock .
Hes cycling enthusiast and an avid runner that averages five miles a day. "Its my meditation time," he says. "I clear my mind and think about the day." He leaves the iPod at home, preferring his own thoughts for company.
Batemans film company is called - F+A Productions - after his daughter Francesca and wife Amanda.
As of July, 2011, had not had an alcoholic drink in about 10 years.
Described his "Saturday Night Live" hosting experience, in 2005, as "one of the best weeks of my life".
Started production company with Will Arnett in 2010 called DumbDumb, which creates short, comedic filmed advertising.
Jason and wife Amanda Anka welcomed their second daughter, Maple Sylvie Bateman, on Friday February 10, 2012.
Favorite film is There Will Be Blood .
His father, who is American-born, has English, Scottish, Swiss-German, Swedish, and Danish ancestry. His mother is British, from Shrewsbury, Shropshire, and also has Maltese ancestry.
Ex-stepson-in-law of Anna Anka.
Brother-in-law of Alexandra Anka , Anthea Anka , Alicia Anka, Amelia Anka.
Born on the same day as Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters vocalist Dave Grohl.
Good friend of Jennifer Aniston. since 1995. They have worked together in 4 movies: The Break-Up , The Switch , Horrible Bosses and Horrible Bosses 2.
By definition, gay is smart. I see plenty of macho heterosexual idiots,but nine times out of 10 you can have a great conversation if you find,a gay guy.
I would rather do three or four small parts every year as opposed to,some of the lower-hanging fruit that might get my name above the title.
My sense of humor lies a little closer to the middle.
I played a ton of team sports growing up, and team wins are just incredibly gratifying.
I just think technology is pretty amazing. Like all things that are great, you have to be responsible about how much you use it.
Not a lot of people get a second chance. And I think for a while there, my name kind of got in my way a bit, based on all of the television I was fortunate enough to do. But after a while, you sort of wear out your welcome in that genre, in that medium.
Not many get a chance to hit the career re-set button.
I think the Internet is a huge positive.
I remember my dad working with me on breaking down my script and writing out a back story for my character and all that stuff.
My father was a writer/director/producer, so instead of throwing a ball around, our bonding was going to see movies. And at an early age, I knew if I wanted to impress my dad, it was not going to be by throwing a ball real far. .
