
Justin Fonda is an actor and the son of American actor, director, and writer Peter Henry Fonda. Justin’s father Peter Fonda was a prominent figure in the counterculture of the 1960s. He is best known for his role in Easy Rider (1969). He wrote an autobiography, Don’t Tell Dad (1998). Justin is the grandson of American actor Henry Fonda and the brother of actress Bridget Fonda.
Justin Fonda: Bio Summary
Name | Justin Fonda |
Famous as | son of Peter Fonda, brother of Bridget Fonda |
Date of birth | July 9, 1966 |
Place of birth | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | N/A |
Parents | Peter Fonda and Susan Brewer |
Sibling | Bridget Fonda |
Occupation | Actor, cameraman |
How Old Is Justin Fonda?
Justin de Villers Fonda was born on July 9, 1966, in Los Angeles, California, U.S. He will be turning 57 years old on July 9, 2023. He is the son of Peter Henry Fonda (February 23, 1940 – August 16, 2019) and Susan Jane Brewer. His father was an actor, director, and screenwriter and his mother is an artist. He is not the only child of his parents. His sister is actress Bridget Jane Fonda (January 27, 1964).
Justin’s sister Bridget Fonda is known for her roles in The Godfather Part III, Single White Female, Singles, Point of No Return, It Could Happen to You, Jackie Brown, A Simple Plan, and Kiss of the Dragon. She is the wife of American film composer, singer, songwriter, keyboardist, and percussionist Daniel Robert Elfman. They have been married since November 29, 2003. The couple has a son called Oliver Elfman (2005).
Justin Fonda’s parents, Peter and Susan were married from October 8, 1961, until they divorced on April 15, 1974. After Justin Fonda’s parents separated, his father Peter Fonda married Portia Rebecca Crockett, former wife of author Thomas McGuane. Portia had a son Thomas Francis McGuane IV from her marriage to Thomas McGuane.
After Portia became the stepmother of Justin Fonda and his sister Bridget Fonda, she reportedly raised them with her son, in the Coldwater Canyon section of Los Angeles and Paradise Valley, south of Livingston, Montana. Justin’s paternal grandparents are American actor Henry Jaynes Fonda (May 16, 1905 – August 12, 1982) and Canadian-American socialite Frances Ford Seymour Fonda (4 April 1908 – 14 April 1950).
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Justin Fonda’s maternal grandmother, Mary Sweet, married businessman Noah Dietrich. His aunty Jane Seymour Fonda is an actress and activist. Justin is said to have attended Westlake School in his hometown and then attended New York University. His educational qualifications are not known. He is a cameraman. It is unknown if he has a wife and children or not.
Justin Fonda Is An Actor
Justin Fonda is an actor known for his role as Airline Attendant in Big Eden. He had an uncredited role as a Child in Commune in Easy Rider. He worked as an additional crew in The Ballad of Little Jo. He has also worked in the camera and electrical department of Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man, A River Runs Through It, Search and Rescue, F.T.W., The West, Mercy Streets, and Vertical Limit.
Justin Fonda’s Father Died In 2019

Justin Fonda’s father Peter Fonda died from respiratory failure caused by lung cancer. He died on August 16, 2019, in Los Angeles, California, U.S., at the age of 79. His family confirmed his death in a statement: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the news that Peter Fonda has passed away. [Peter] passed away peacefully on Friday morning, August 16 at 11:05 a.m. at his home in Los Angeles surrounded by family.”
“The official cause of death was respiratory failure due to lung cancer. In one of the saddest moments of our lives, we are not able to find the appropriate words to express the pain in our hearts. As we grieve, we ask that you respect our privacy. And, while we mourn the loss of this sweet and gracious man, we also wish for all to celebrate his indomitable spirit and love of life. In honor of Peter, please raise a glass to freedom.”
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Peter Fonda’s sister Jane Fonda said in a statement: “I am very sad. He was my sweet-hearted baby brother. The talker of the family. I have had beautiful alone time with him these last days. He went out laughing.”
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