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American actor Noah Wyle is well-known for his performances in film, television, and the stage. He is best known for his portrayal of Dr. John Carter in the medical drama series ‘ER,’ which depicted the inner workings of a fictional hospital’s emergency room (ER) and the critical issues encountered by the physicians and staff. Beginning his career in television, he ultimately branched out into film as well. His filmography features a supporting role in the Oscar-nominated legal drama “A Few Good Men.” The film depicted the court-martial of two United States Marines for the assassination of an officer. Over the course of his career, he has performed both minor and major roles in numerous television programs and films, establishing himself as a respected actor. In addition to his work in television and film, he is known for his philanthropic efforts. His time is frequently devoted to the non-profit organization Doctors of the World. He is also a spokesperson for the World Wildlife Fund and is well-known for his support of causes such as animal rights. He has been nominated for five Emmy Awards and three Golden Globes thus far in his career. He is a Prism Award and TV Guide Award winner.

Youth and Early Life

Noah Wyle was born on 4 June 1971 in Hollywood, California, to an electrical engineer and entrepreneur Stephen Wyle, and a registered orthopedic head nurse Marjorie Wyle. His mother was Episcopalian while his father was Jewish.

His parents divorced when he was a small child.  He attended the California Thacher School in Ojai. Later, he enrolled in a program in Theatre Arts at Northwestern University. Following graduation, he studied acting with Larry Moss. Throughout this period, he resided in a modest apartment on Hollywood Boulevard.

Noah Wyle’s Career

The 1991 drama film “Crooked Hearts” featured Noah Wyle’s first credited role. Michael Bortman served as director. The following film he appeared in was the Oscar-nominated legal drama “A Few Good Men.” The film, directed by Rob Reiner, was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The film was also successful commercially.

His acting career continued with roles in films such as “There Goes My Baby” and “The Myths of Fingerprints.”
The role of John Carter, a medical student, in the medical drama television series ‘ER’ launched Wyle’s television acting career.

The program broadcasted from 1994 to 2009 and was nominated for as many as twenty Emmys. It became the longest-running primetime medical drama in the history of American television, and Wyle was nominated for five Emmy awards for his performance.

In the 1999 biographical drama “Pirates of Silicon Valley,” directed by Martyn Burke, he portrayed Steve Jobs in the leading role. The film focuses on the competition between Steve Jobs and Bill Gates and its effect on the evolution of the personal computer. The film received favorable reviews from critics.

His next significant role was in the 2001 science fiction film Donnie Darko, which was not a commercial success but received critical acclaim. He portrayed Flynn Carsen in the 2004 television film “Librarian: Quest for the Spear.” The film was the first installment of the “Librarian” film franchise, directed by Peter Winther.

In ‘The Librarian: Return to King Solomon’s Mines’s (2006) and ‘The Librarian: Curse of the Judas Chalice,’ he reprised his role. (2008). During this time, he continued to appear in films such as ‘The Californians (2005), ‘Nothing But the Truth’ (2008), and ‘An American Affair’. (2009).

In 2011, he produced and starred in the science fiction television series ‘Falling Skies’. He portrayed a former history professor who becomes the second-in-command of a militia regiment whose members are fleeing Boston following an extraterrestrial invasion that ravages the planet. The program aired until 2015.

In 2013, he appeared in the Wayne Holloway-directed film Snake and Mongoose. He reprised his role as Flynn Carsen in the television series The Librarians from 2014 to 2018. It was the next installment in the ‘The Librarian’ film series. His subsequent films were titled “The World Made Straight” (2014), “Shot” (2017), and “Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House.” (2017).

Noah’s Major Opera

Steve Jobs was portrayed by Noah Wyle in the 1999 television film “Pirates of Silicon Valley,” which is undoubtedly one of his most significant works. In addition to Anthony Michael Hall as Bill Gates, the film featured Joey Slotnick, Josh Hopkins, Jeffrey Nordling, and John DiMaggio. The film was directed by Martyn Burke. The film received favorable reviews and won multiple accolades.

In addition, he is known for his portrayal in the 2001 science fiction film Donnie Darko. Richard Kelly wrote and directed the film, which featured Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Drew Barrymore, and Maggie Gyllenhaal. The film was a moderate financial success, grossing $7,5 million on a budget of $4.5 million. It received praise from critics. Empire Magazine has ranked it as one of the top 50 films of all time.

Noah’s Personal Life

Tracy Warbin, a makeup artist, was Noah Wyle’s first wife, whom he married in 2000. Their children are Owen and Auden Wyle. In 2010, the couple divorced. In 2014, he married Sara Wells. In 2015, they had a daughter named Frances Harper Wyle. He is a member of numerous organizations, including Doctors of the World, the World Wildlife Fund, and ADAPT.

Estimated Net Worth

American cinema, television, and stage actor Noah Wyle have a net worth of $25 million. Wyle is likely best known for portraying John Carter on the television series ER. From 1994 to 2009, he played this part, garnering millions of dollars and critical acclaim in the process.