Brian Austin Green, best known for his iconic role as David Silver in Beverly Hills, 90210, has made a name for himself both on and off the screen. As of 2024, the 50-year-old actor boasts an estimated net worth of $8 million. But beyond the fame, fortune, and Hollywood headlines, who really is Brian Austin Green? Let’s take a closer look at his career, relationships, and the winding road that brought him to where he is today.
Where Did Brian Austin Green Come From?
Born on July 15, 1973, in Los Angeles County, California, Brian was surrounded by music from an early age—his father, George Green, was a professional country musician. With creativity running in the family, it didn’t take long for Brian to gravitate toward the entertainment industry himself.
While attending North Hollywood High School, Brian later enrolled in the Hamilton High School Academy of Music, honing his skills in the arts. He added “Austin” to his name to distinguish himself from another actor with the same name—thus creating the name we know today: Brian Austin Green
How Did Brian Austin Green Become Famous?
Brian’s first taste of mainstream television came at the young age of 13, when he landed a recurring role on the primetime soap Knots Landing. But it was 1990 that truly marked a turning point in his life. Cast as the loveable yet sometimes awkward David Silver on Beverly Hills, 90210, Green found himself in the living rooms of millions of viewers every week.
Throughout the ’90s, the show’s success propelled him into guest roles on popular series like Growing Pains, Saved by the Bell, and Sabrina the Teenage Witch. His time on 90210 lasted a full decade—cementing his spot in teen drama history.
What Has Brian Austin Green Been Doing Since 90210?
After 90210 wrapped in 2000, Green shifted gears and focused on building a diverse acting resume. He popped up in Resurrection Blvd., The Twilight Zone, Las Vegas, and CSI. Around this time, he also met Megan Fox on the set of Hope & Faith, beginning one of the most talked-about relationships in Hollywood.
In the mid-2000s, he experienced a career boost when he joined Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. Initially a recurring role, Green’s performance led to a promotion as a series regular—proving he could handle action and drama beyond the teen genre.
Notable later roles include:
- Metallo in Smallville
- Keith Watson in Desperate Housewives
- Charlie in Anger Management (promoted to series regular in 2013)
Green also starred in Wedding Band and appeared on Happy Endings, showing off his comedic chops.
What’s the Real Story Behind Brian Austin Green and Megan Fox?
Brian’s love life has often been front and center in the media, and for good reason. After dating 90210 co-star Tiffani Thiessen in the early ’90s, and later Vanessa Marcil (with whom he shares a son), Brian began dating Megan Fox in 2004.
Their relationship was far from simple. They got engaged in 2006, broke it off in 2009, and married the following year in Hawaii. Despite filing for divorce in 2015, they reconciled briefly in 2016—before finally separating for good in 2020. Together, they share three children.
Brian has since moved on and is now in a relationship with professional dancer Sharna Burgess, with whom he welcomed another child in 2022.
How Does Brian Austin Green Spend His Money?
Over the years, Brian has made several high-profile real estate moves—especially during his time with Megan Fox. In 2009, the couple bought a Los Feliz home for $2.95 million, later selling it in 2014 for $3.75 million. As part of their separation process, they sold other properties, including one for $2.6 million and another for $1.299 million.
In 2016, after briefly rekindling their marriage, the couple bought a 2-acre estate in Malibu for $3.3 million. However, that dream home turned into a legal nightmare. Megan Fox filed a $5 million lawsuit against the seller, Cynthia Pett-Dante (Brad Pitt’s manager), citing severe undisclosed mold damage in the home.
What Is Brian Austin Green Doing Now?
Aside from parenting and occasional acting gigs, Brian has been exploring life in the public eye through reality television and podcasting. He appeared on Dancing with the Stars alongside partner Sharna Burgess and remains active in entertainment, though on a more selective basis.
Despite stepping back from constant TV appearances, his legacy from 90210 and his consistent work across major networks have kept him both relevant and financially stable.
