Elijah Jordan Wood, born on January 28, 1981, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is an American actor, producer, and DJ best known for his iconic portrayal of Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003).

From a young age, Wood displayed a natural flair for performance, beginning his career as a child model and actor before rising to international stardom.

His versatility has allowed him to thrive in diverse roles across film, television, and voice acting, while his passion for music and production has further cemented his status as a multifaceted entertainer.

Raised in a close-knit family, Wood’s journey in the entertainment industry has been influenced by his upbringing and the talents of his siblings.

Elijah is the second of three children born to Warren and Debra Wood, who ran a delicatessen in Iowa before relocating to Los Angeles to support Elijah’s budding acting career.

His older brother, Zachariah Nathaniel Wood, born in 1974, is a former actor turned video game producer.

Known as Zach, he briefly pursued acting, appearing in an episode of Baywatch, but shifted his focus to the gaming industry, where he has built a successful career.

Zach has worked with companies like Midway Games and currently serves as a senior producer at Arkane Studios, contributing to projects like Rumbleverse.