Ashton Kutcher is an American actor, producer, and entrepreneur known for his versatile career spanning television, film, and technology investments. Born on February 7, 1978, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Kutcher has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry and beyond.
Main Milestones
Birth
February 7, 1978
Ashton Kutcher was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Diane (née Finnegan) and Larry M. Kutcher. He has a twin brother, Michael, who has cerebral palsy and underwent a heart transplant at a young age.
Arrested for Burglary
October 10, 1994
Kutcher was arrested for burglary during his high school years, a challenging period that he later overcame.
University of Iowa
August 10, 1996
Kutcher attended the University of Iowa, where he studied biochemical engineering before dropping out to pursue a modeling career.
That '70s Show
1998-2006
Kutcher gained fame playing Michael Kelso in the hit sitcom "That '70s Show", which aired for eight seasons.
Dude, Where's My Car?
2000
Kutcher starred in the comedy film "Dude, Where's My Car?", which became a box office success.
Punk'd
2003-2007
Kutcher co-created and hosted the reality TV show "Punk'd", which originally aired on MTV.
What Happens in Vegas
2008
Kutcher starred in the romantic comedy "What Happens in Vegas", further establishing his film career.
Two and a Half Men
2011
Kutcher replaced Charlie Sheen on the popular sitcom "Two and a Half Men", signing a one-year contract worth nearly $20 million.
Jobs
2013
Kutcher played the role of Steve Jobs in the biopic "Jobs", showcasing his versatility as an actor.
The Ranch
2016-2020
Kutcher starred in the Netflix western comedy series "The Ranch", marking his return to television.
Venture Capital Investments
Ongoing
Kutcher has been actively involved in technology investments through his venture capital firm A-Grade Investments, which has invested in companies like Uber, Airbnb, Spotify, and SoundCloud.
