History of Brendan Fraser in Timeline

Brendan Fraser is an American and Canadian actor who rose to prominence in the 1990s. He achieved his breakthrough with roles in "Encino Man" and "School Ties", followed by leading roles in comedies like "With Honors" and "George of the Jungle". Fraser gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Rick O'Connell in "The Mummy" film series. He also explored dramatic roles in films such as "Gods and Monsters", "The Quiet American", and "Crash", as well as fantasy roles in movies like "Bedazzled", "Inkheart," and "Journey to the Center of the Earth".

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2003: Sexual assault by Philip Berk

In 2003, Brendan Fraser was sexually assaulted by Philip Berk, the president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, at a luncheon.

2014: Berk acknowledges groping Fraser

In 2014, Philip Berk acknowledged in his memoir that he groped Brendan Fraser "in jest", after Fraser accused him of sexual assault in 2018.

2018: Public accusation of sexual assault

In 2018, Brendan Fraser publicly accused Philip Berk, the president of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, of sexually assaulting him at a luncheon in 2003. The stress from this event, along with other personal issues, led to a break in Fraser's career.

2018: Public statement on physical health issues

In 2018, Brendan Fraser publicly stated that he had undergone several surgeries over a seven-year period due to the physical demands of his stunt work in action and comedy roles. These surgeries included a partial knee replacement, a laminectomy, and vocal-cord surgery.

2018: GQ article and blacklisting speculation

In a 2018 GQ article, Brendan Fraser publicly alleged he was sexually assaulted by Philip Berk. He expressed uncertainty about whether this allegation led to his career stalling.

2018: Celebrity judge on Dancing Stars of Greenwich

Since 2018, Brendan Fraser has been a celebrity judge on the Dancing Stars of Greenwich annual charity gala, which raises money for Abilis, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with disabilities in Fairfield County, Connecticut.

2019: Sway in the Morning appearance

In 2019, Brendan Fraser appeared on the radio show Sway in the Morning and stated he did not believe the HFPA had significant power to blacklist him.

2022: Heart of Abilis Award

In 2022, Brendan Fraser and his former wife, Afton Smith, received the Heart of Abilis Award for their support and fundraising work for the Abilis charity.

2022: Refusal to participate in Golden Globes

In 2022, Brendan Fraser told GQ that he would not participate in the Golden Globe Awards if nominated for his role in 'The Whale' due to his history with the HFPA. He was nominated but did not attend, and lost the award to Austin Butler.

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