Inside the life of Myles Jonathan Brando, the late legend's son

Inside the life of Myles Jonathan Brando, the late legend's son

Myles Jonathan Brando is best known as the son of legendary American actor Marlon Brando, famous for iconic films like The Godfather, A Streetcar Named Desire, and On the Waterfront. Unlike his father, Myles has chosen to keep a low profile and remain out of the public eye.

Marlon Brando in a tuxedo (L) and a black and white photo of the actor (R)
Marlon Brando in a tuxedo (L) and a black and white photo of the actor (R). Photo: @marlonbrandoestate on Facebook (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Myles Jonathan Brando is one of Marlon Brando's 11 children.
  • His mother, Christina Maria Ruiz, was Marlon's housekeeper.
  • Myles is of mixed ethnicity, with Guatemalan roots from his mother's side.
  • Myles Brando has chosen to stay out of the limelight.

Profile summary

Full name

Myles Jonathan Brando

Gender

Male

Date of birth

16 January 1992

Age

33 years old (as of 2025)

Zodiac sign

Capricorn

Place of birth

Los Angeles, California, USA

Current residence

United States

Nationality

American

Ethnicity

Mixed

Religion

Christianity

Hair colour

Brown

Eye colour

Brown

Mother

Christina Maria Ruiz

Father

Marlon Brando

Siblings

10

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Myles Jonathan Brando: Marlon Brando's son, who chose a private life

Myles Brando was born in Los Angeles, California, to Christina Maria Ruiz and Marlon Brando. He is an American national of mixed ethnicity with Guatemalan roots from his mother's side.

Myles' father, Marlon Brando, was a renowned actor, director, and film producer regarded as one of the greatest actors of all time. His mother, Christina Maria Ruiz, was his father's housekeeper, who later became his partner.

A back and white photo of Marlon Brando posing during the filming of The Men
Marlon Brando photographed by Ed Clark for Life magazine at his aunt’s home during the filming of The Men. Photo: @marlonbrandoestate on Facebook
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Myles Jonathan has one older biological sister, Ninna Brando, born in 1989 and a younger biological brother, Timothy Brando, born in 1994. Besides his biological siblings, Myles has eight other older half-siblings from his father's other relationships: Christian, Rebecca, Miko, Cheyenne, Simon, Raiatua, Maimiti, and Petra.

According to The New York Post, Myles Jonathan's mother, Maria Christina Ruiz, filed a $100 million lawsuit against his father, Brando, in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging breach of contract in 2002. She claimed that the award-winning actor had promised to support her forever, but abruptly stopped after their 13-year love affair.

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Marlon Brando passed away on 1 July 2004, at age 80. The cause of death was pulmonary fibrosis with congestive heart failure.

Why is Myles Jonathan Brando famous?

Marlon Brando posing for a photo
Myles Jonathan's father, Marlon Brando. Photo: @marlonbrandoestate on Facebook (modified by author)
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Myles Jonathan Brando is famous for being the son of the legendary actor, producer, and film director Marlon Brando. He is one of the actor's 11 children.

Myles' father, Marlon Brando, was one of the most famous actors in Hollywood. He began acting on Broadway in 1944, starring in the play Remember Mama.

Marlon Brando made his onscreen debut with the role of a wounded G.I. in the 1950 film The Men. The talented actor was featured in numerous films, including Viva Zapata!, Julius Caesar, Sayonara, Last Tango in Paris, and A Dry White Season.

In his six-decade acting career, Brando won numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and an Emmy Award. He also won a Primetime Emmy Award for his role in the miniseries Roots: The Next Generations in 1979.

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Where is Myles Jonathan Brando today?

Marlon Brando starring on A Streetcar Named Desire set
Marlon Brando starring as Stanley in A Streetcar Named Desire. Photo: @marlonbrandoestate on Facebook (modified by author)
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The whereabouts of the celebrity kid today are unknown. Unlike his famous father, Marlon Brando, Myles Jonathan Brando has kept his life away from the spotlight.

FAQs

  1. Who is Myles Jonathan Brando? He is the son of former American actor Marlon Brando.
  2. Who is Myles Jonathan Brando's mother? Jonathan's biological mother is Christina Maria Ruiz.
  3. What is Myles Jonathan Brando's age? Marlon's son is 33 years old as of December 2025. He was born on 16 January 1992.
  4. What is Myles Jonathan Brando's ethnicity? Myles Jonathan is of mixed ethnicity.
  5. Who are Myles Jonathan Brando's siblings? The celebrity kid has two siblings: Ninna Brando and Timothy Brando. Myles also has eight other half-siblings from his father's other relationships.
  6. Who is Myles Jonathan Brando's wife? Marlon Brando's son has kept his love life private, and it is unknown whether he is married.
  7. How old was Marlon Brando during The Godfather? Brando was 47 years old but transformed to appear older.

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Myles Jonathan Brando's life is a testament to the power of privacy, family, and individuality. Although his father, Marlon Brando, is among Hollywood's greatest, Myles has chosen a private, quiet life.

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Naomi Karina (Lifestyle writer) Naomi Karina has been a digital content writer for more than two years. She joined the Legit team in August 2022. She graduated Bachelor of Commerce from KCA University in 2012. She also holds a Higher Diploma in Human Resources from the IHRM and a Diploma in Marketing from Kenyatta University. She is a content creator who enjoys writing about various topics such as biographies, entertainment and business. In 2023, Naomi finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. She expanded her skills in 2024 by undertaking the Google News Initiative course.