Childhood and Education Journey of Mark Ruffalo in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Mark Ruffalo, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Mark Ruffalo is an American actor known for his diverse roles, from early recognition in 'This Is Our Youth' and 'You Can Count on Me' to leading roles in romantic comedies like '13 Going on 30' and thrillers such as 'Zodiac'. He received a Tony Award nomination for 'Awake and Sing!' His international fame stems from his portrayal of Bruce Banner/Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with 'The Avengers' (2012), solidifying his position as a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

2000: Married Sunrise Coigney

In 2000, Mark Ruffalo married Sunrise Coigney.

December 1, 2008: Brother Scott found with gunshot wound

On December 1, 2008, Mark Ruffalo's younger brother, Scott, was found outside his home in Beverly Hills with a gunshot wound to the head. He died the following week, and the case remains unsolved.

2016: Supported Bernie Sanders in the 2016 election

In 2016, Mark Ruffalo supported Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders in the U.S. presidential election.

June 2017: Posted petition urging NBC to stop hiring white conservative commentators

In June 2017, Mark Ruffalo posted a petition on Twitter urging NBC to stop hiring white conservative commentators.

2017: Endorsed Jeremy Corbyn in the UK general election

In 2017, Mark Ruffalo endorsed Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn in the UK general election.

October 2019: Called for George W. Bush to be brought to justice

In October 2019, Mark Ruffalo tweeted that George W. Bush should be brought to justice for the crimes of the Iraq War.

2019: Signed letter supporting Jeremy Corbyn in the UK general election

In 2019, Mark Ruffalo signed a letter supporting Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn for the UK general election.

June 2020: Appeared in webinar conference for the Irish Green Party

In June 2020, Mark Ruffalo appeared in a webinar conference for the Irish Green Party to encourage members to accept the programme for government.

2020: Endorsed Bernie Sanders for president

In 2020, Mark Ruffalo endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders for president on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

November 2021: Criticized the Kyle Rittenhouse ruling

In November 2021, Mark Ruffalo criticized the not-guilty ruling in the case of Kyle Rittenhouse, stating that the people Rittenhouse shot were victims of murder.

March 2022: Expressed support for Ukraine and criticized Tucker Carlson

In March 2022, Mark Ruffalo expressed support for Ukraine during Russia's invasion and referred to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky as a hero. He also criticized Tucker Carlson.

April 2022: Urged voters to check voter ID requirements

In April 2022, Mark Ruffalo urged voters to check voter ID requirements in their states and cited VoteRiders as a resource.

October 2023: Signed open letter of Artists4Ceasefire

In October 2023, Mark Ruffalo signed an open letter of Artists4Ceasefire during the Israeli bombardment of Gaza.

October 2023: Independent analysis of West Park Presbyterian Church published

In October 2023, an independent analysis was published stating the West Park Presbyterian Church would be very expensive to repair, as Mark Ruffalo seeks to block the sale of the Church.

November 2023: Criticized Benjamin Netanyahu and supported protestors at the Academy Awards

In November 2023, Mark Ruffalo criticized the prime minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, for describing the civilian deaths during the Israeli attacks on Gaza as "collateral damage". He also supported protestors blocking the red carpet at the 96th Academy Awards.

November 2023: SAG-AFTRA signed open letter

In November 2023, Mark Ruffalo, alongside Susan Sarandon, Cynthia Nixon, and Rosie O'Donnell, signed an open letter from SAG-AFTRA and Sister Guild Members calling for a ceasefire and condemning the "industry's McCarthyist repression of members who acknowledge Palestinian suffering."

January 2024: West-Park temporarily withdrew its application to demolish the church

In January 2024, West-Park temporarily withdrew its application to demolish the church after Mark Ruffalo and others sought to block the sale.

September 2024: Signed open letter from SAG-AFTRA calling for a ceasefire

In September 2024, Mark Ruffalo, alongside other actors, signed an open letter from SAG-AFTRA calling for a ceasefire and condemning the repression of members who acknowledge Palestinian suffering.

2024: Endorsed Kamala Harris and the Green Party of British Columbia

In 2024, Mark Ruffalo endorsed Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and supported the Green Party of British Columbia in the provincial elections.

May 2025: Signed a letter criticizing the killing of Fatima Hassouna

In May 2025, Mark Ruffalo signed a letter criticizing the killing of Palestinian photojournalist Fatima Hassouna in an Israeli airstrike.

June 2025: New York Court of Appeals ruled the Center at West Park could be evicted

In June 2025, the New York Court of Appeals ruled that the Center at West Park could be evicted after Mark Ruffalo and others sought to block the sale.

September 2025: Pledged not to work with Israeli film institutions

In September 2025, Mark Ruffalo signed an open pledge with Film Workers for Palestine, committing not to work with Israeli film institutions "that are implicated in genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people."

September 2025: Signed Film Workers for Palestine boycott pledge

In September 2025, Mark Ruffalo signed the Film Workers for Palestine boycott pledge.

September 2025: Criticized Democratic Party Leadership

In September 2025, during a Zeteo interview with Mehdi Hasan, Mark Ruffalo criticized Democratic party leadership, specifically Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries.