Brittany Murphy Short biography
Brittany Murphy (1977-2009) was an American actress and singer who became a mainstream star in the mid-1990s. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, she moved to Los Angeles as a teenager to pursue acting, making her breakthrough in the 1995 film "Clueless." Murphy's diverse filmography included notable roles in "Girl, Interrupted," "8 Mile," "Just Married," and "Sin City." She was also a talented voice actress, lending her voice to characters in "King of the Hill" and "Happy Feet." At the time of her death in December 2009 at age 32, her net worth was US$10 million. Her passing was officially attributed to pneumonia, anemia, and drug intoxication.
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What is Brittany Murphy's rank among Actresses?
Currently # 23 among all Actresses.
When was Brittany Murphy's net worth last updated?
We last updated this estimate in November 2025.
What is Brittany Murphy known for?
She is best known as an actress.
What are Brittany Murphy's main income sources?
Brittany Murphy earns income primarily from Acting and Real Estate, as shown in our latest estimate above.
When did Brittany Murphy start her career?
Brittany Murphy's career ran from 1991 to 2009.
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