Matthew Fox is back on television for the first time since Lost ended, joining Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ Western family drama “The Madison” as Paul Clyburn. Here’s everything to know about his age, height, body measurements, net worth, and career.
Personal Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Matthew Chandler Fox |
| Date of Birth | July 14, 1966 |
| Age | 60 Years (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Actor |
| Platforms | Paramount+ (“The Madison”) |
| Known For | Lost (Jack Shephard), Party of Five (Charlie Salinger), “The Madison” (Paul Clyburn) |
| Net Worth | Estimated $20 million |
| Spouse | Margherita Ronchi (m. 1992) |
| Children | Two (Kyle and Byron) |
Body Measurements
| Measurement | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Measurements | Tall, athletic build (not publicly disclosed in detail) |
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Bio & Career
- Born July 14, 1966, in Abington, Pennsylvania, and later attended Columbia University, where he studied economics and met his future wife, Margherita Ronchi.
- Broke out playing Charlie Salinger on the family drama Party of Five (1994–2000).
- Became a global star as Dr. Jack Shephard on ABC’s Lost (2004–2010), earning Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy Award nominations.
- Film credits include We Are Marshall, World Trade Center, Alex Cross, and Bone Tomahawk.
- Returns to series television for the first time since Lost in Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ Western “The Madison” (2026), playing Paul Clyburn, Preston Clyburn’s brother — a season-one role.
- Has said he took the role because he wanted to “pop in and do something interesting” rather than commit to a long-running series again.
“The Madison” (TV Series): Full Cast & Crew
“The Madison” is a contemporary Western family drama created by Taylor Sheridan for Paramount+. The series follows the Clyburns, a New York family who relocate to Montana’s Madison River valley after a life-changing tragedy, as they rebuild amid the sweeping backdrop of the American West. It premiered March 14, 2026, quickly became Sheridan’s biggest series debut, and has already been renewed through Season 3.
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Michelle Pfeiffer | Stacy Clyburn |
| Kurt Russell | Preston Clyburn |
| Beau Garrett | Abigail Reese |
| Patrick J. Adams | Russell McIntosh |
| Elle Chapman | Paige McIntosh |
| Amiah Miller | Bridgette Reese |
| Alaina Pollack | Macy Reese |
| Ben Schnetzer | Van Davis |
| Kevin Zegers | Cade Harris |
| Rebecca Spence | Liliana Weeks |
| Danielle Vasinova | Kestrel Harris |
| Matthew Fox | Paul Clyburn |
| Najiah Knight | Kayla Harris |
| Tanc Sade | Dallas Reese |
| Malcolm Villaverde | Spur Lawton |
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Creator / Writer | Taylor Sheridan |
| Director | Christina Alexandra Voros |
| Composer | Breton Vivian |
| Executive Producers | Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Michael Friedman, Christina Alexandra Voros, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell |
| Network | Paramount+ |
Popularity
Latest News – Matthew Fox (2026)
- “The Madison” delivered Taylor Sheridan’s biggest series debut ever after its March 14, 2026 premiere, earning a renewal through Season 3.
- Fox has confirmed he will not return for Season 2, since his character Paul Clyburn dies in the Season 1 storyline — making his run on the show a single-season arc.
- In interviews tied to the premiere, Fox discussed why he keeps ending up in “flight tragedy” roles, drawing comparisons between Paul Clyburn’s plane crash arc and his years on Lost.
- The role marks Fox’s first major scripted TV series role since Lost concluded in 2010.
FAQs
Who is Matthew Fox?
Matthew Fox is an American actor best known for playing Jack Shephard on Lost and Charlie Salinger on Party of Five, who now plays Paul Clyburn in Paramount+’s “The Madison.”
How old is Matthew Fox?
He was born July 14, 1966, making him 60 years old as of 2026.
How tall is Matthew Fox?
He stands at 6 ft 2 in (188 cm).
What is Matthew Fox’s net worth?
His net worth is estimated at around $20 million.
Who does Matthew Fox play in “The Madison”?
He plays Paul Clyburn, the brother of Kurt Russell’s Preston Clyburn, in a season-one-only role on Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ series.
Is Matthew Fox on Instagram?
Fox does not maintain an active, verified Instagram account — the accounts most closely tied to his name have not posted in years, so no official handle is currently in regular use.
