Boston Russell's biography: What is known about Kurt Russell’s son?

Boston Russell's biography: What is known about Kurt Russell’s son?

Boston Russell is an American film production assistant best known as the son of Kurt Russell, a Fast & Furious star, and Season Hubley, a veteran actress/singer. Kurt Russell’s son always tries to avoid the glitz and glamour of Hollywood but will never completely hide away from the public's prying eyes.

Boston Russell walking outdoors under the sun
Boston does not leverage his family's popularity, for he has zero interest in fame and its benefits. Photo: @BG004/Bauer-Griffin, @MJs_Smile (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Boston is his mother's only child, but his dad's first son.
  • His maternal grandmother was a writer.
  • Boston's paternal grandpa is a legendary Hollywood actor, while his paternal grandma was a dancer.
  • His stepmother is an actress and producer, while his siblings work in Hollywood as actors.

Boston Russell's profile summary

Full nameBoston Oliver Grant Russell
BirthdateFebruary 16, 1980
Age45 years (as of 2025)
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Zodiac signAquarius
OccupationFilm production assistant
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityWhite
Height5 feet 11 inches
Hair colorBrown
Eye colorBlue
Paternal grandparentsLouise Julia Crone and Bing Russell
Maternal grandparentsJulia Kaul and Grant Shelby Hubley
ParentsKurt Russell and Season Hubley
UncleWhip Hubley (actor)
Step-motherGoldie Hawn (actress)
Half-brotherWyatt Russell (actor)
Step-siblingsKate Hudson (actress) and Oliver Hudson (actor)
Net worth$1 million

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Boston Russell's biography

Boston Oliver Grant Russell is a California native born to acclaimed Hollywood actors Kurt Russell and Season Hubley (born Susan Hubley).

While he is a descendant of great actors, details about his educational qualifications are publicly accessible at the moment.

What is Boston Russell's age?

Born on February 16, 1980, Boston is 45 years old (as of 2025).

What is Boston Russell's disability?

Unconfirmed rumors had it that Boston had a disability when he was young. As a result, his mum withdrew from her acting career to attend to him.

Boston Russell wearing a hat and sun glasses
Facts about Boston Russell. Photo: @Axelle (modified by author)
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Who is Boston Russell's mother?

His mother, Season Hubley, is an American former actress. She was born on March 14, 1951, in New York City and is best known as Nikki in Hardcore, Priscilla Presley in Elvis, and Angelique in All My Children.

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Boston Russell's maternal grandparents are Julia Kaul (née Paine) and Grant Shelby Hubley, an entrepreneur, oil investor, and writer.

His mum's sisters, Sara Hubley Beeken and Julie Simpson-Levy, keep off the limelight, while her brother, Grant Shelby Hubley Jr. (better known as Whip Hubley), is a famous actor.

Who is Boston Russell's father?

His dad, Kurt Vogel Russell, is an American actor born on March 17, 1951, in Springfield, Massachusetts. He began his career as a child actor before transitioning to leading roles as an adult in various genres.

Kurt has appeared in over 100 films and series, with a prolific career spanning from classic television to major box-office hits and recent acclaimed roles, such as in the series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.

Key film roles include Escape from New York, The Thing, Big Trouble in Little China, Tombstone, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, while notable TV work includes his Emmy-nominated performance in the miniseries Elvis.

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Boston Russell's paternal grandparents, Louise Julia Crone (a former dancer) and Bing Russell (a veteran actor), worked in Hollywood. Bing gained over 150 credits from his acting career of over four decades.

His dad's older sister, Jill, is the mother of former professional baseball player Matt Franco. Boston's father has two more siblings, Jamie and Jody.

Who is Kurt Russell's ex-wife?

Season Hubley is Kurt Russell's only ex-wife. They got married in 1979 and finalized their divorce in 1983. Unlike many celebrity parents who choose careers for their kids, the two have never forced their son, Boston, to be in the limelight or stay away from it.

Boston's parents together in one picture and with him in another
Boston Russell's parents met on a movie set. Photo: @TheThingCollectorCommunity, @Donaldson Collection (modified by author)
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How did Boston Russell's parents meet?

Boston Russell's dad, Kurt, met his mother, Season Hubley, in 1979 while filming the Elvis movie, which was based on the life of late rock and roll music legend Elvis Presley.

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In the movie, Kurt was the lead character (Elvis), his then-wife, Season Hubley, played Elvis' wife, Priscilla, while Kurt's father, Bing, acted as Elvis' dad, Vernon Presley.

Kurt and Season were also featured together in the 1981 sci-fi film called Escape from New York. Season was a singer before venturing into acting from 1972 to 1998.

She was Kurt Russell's wife from 1979 to 1983. After this, the actress married David Hayball for about two years (1992-1994).

Boston Russell's blended family

Boston has a half-brother, Wyatt Russell, from his father's second marriage to Goldie Hawn. His stepmother is an American actress, producer, and singer.

Hawn married Boston's father after parting ways with her second husband, musician Bill Hudson. The two have been together since 1983, and their son, Wyatt, was a hockey player before joining Hollywood as an actor.

Goldie Hawn's first husband was dancer (later director) Gus Trikonis. They married on May 16, 1969, and separated on April 9, 1973. The two never had kids together.

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Boston's step-siblings, Kate Hudson (actress) and her brother Oliver Hudson (actor), are from his stepmom's previous marriage with Bill Hudson.

Boston has a good relationship with every member of his blended family, but has never worked on any project with them. However, unlike most of his relatives, Oliver is not an on-screen star.

Boston attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 4, 2017, in California, with Goldie, Kurt, and Kate
Boston has accompanied his dad, Kurt, stepmom Goldie, and step-sister Kate to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Photo: @Axelle (modified by author)
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What does Kurt Russell's son, Boston, do?

Boston works behind the scenes as a production assistant. One of his most successful projects is the 1996 Executive Decision film.

The movie was produced on a budget of $55 million and earned a $122.1 million global gross revenue. Boston also appeared in an episode of the 60 Minutes TV series documentary.

Is Boston Russell married?

Boston has been tight-lipped about his relationships. Since he has yet to reveal if he has ever had a special someone in his life, his dating life is a mystery to the public.

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Who is Boston Russell's wife?

Kurt Russell’s son has no publicly known wife.

How much is Boston Russell worth?

Details of Boston Russell's net worth remain unknown, but some sources estimate he is worth around $1 million. His mother, Season Hubley, is worth $4 million, while his dad, Kurt Russell, is worth $100 million. Boston's stepmother, Goldie Hawn, has an estimated net worth of $90 million.

Where is Boston Russell today?

Boston's most recent known public activity was a visit to Arlington, Massachusetts, with his father, Kurt Russell, in July 2025 for a historical event relating to their family history.

While his current location is not publicly disclosed, it is known that he has a career outside of entertainment and remains close to his family.

What is Boston Russell's height?

Kurt Russell’s son is 5 feet 11 inches tall. There is no current picture of Boston Russell online because he prefers to stay out of the spotlight. Where there are stock photos and images of him from public events on sites like Getty Images and Shutterstock, these images might not be recent.

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Boston Russell with his dad and brothers
Boston Russell has been spotted in public several times in the company of his dad and brothers. Photo: @Kevin Winter (modified by author)
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Facts about Boston Russell

Here are more facts about the family Boston Russell hails from:

  • His half-brother, Wyatt Russell, is married to actress Meredith Hagner, and they have two children: Buddy and Boone Joseph.
  • His aunt, Dinah Minot, is known for her roles in Wayne's World (1992), Black Sheep (1996), and Wayne's World 2 (1993).
  • Dinah has been married to Boston's uncle, Whip Hubley, since 4 June 1988, and they have three children.
  • His cousin, Matt Franco, is known for acting in The Rocketeer (1991).
  • His cousin, Phronsie Franco, acted in Hulk (2003), Prince of Darkness (1987) and The Cat in the Hat (2003).
  • His other cousin, Molly Hubley, acted in Kissing Strangers (2010) and Flipper (1995).

Despite having parents, grandparents, and siblings working in the entertainment industry, Boston Russell has not followed in their footsteps. He decided not to pursue an acting career and has managed to stay away from the public's attention for years.

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