Justin Theroux Facts: 9 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About 'The Girl on the Train' Star

You may know Justin Theroux as Mr. Jennifer Aniston, but he's his own person, y'all! You've seen him in movies, like "The Leftovers." Now, he's starring in the highly-anticipated movie, "The Girl on the Train." Here nine things you should know about Justin Theroux.

1. Home Grown

Theroux's mother, Phyllis, was a writer for the Washington Post, and his father, Eugene, was a corporate lawyer.

2. Higher Education

Theroux went to Bennington College in Vermont and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

3. On His Grind

Theroux spent his after-college years doing all the jobs. He was an actor, bartender, and a visual artist. He even painted murals around the cities he lived in.

4. Screenplay by ...

Theroux doesn't just act. He also co-wrote the movies "Zoolander 2," "Tropic Thunder," and "Iron Man 2."

5. Small World

Theroux turned down the chance to test for "Friends." While he doesn't regret missing out on a role, he could've met his dream girl much sooner.

6. A Day to Remember

Theroux proposed to his now-wife Jennifer Aniston on his birthday.

7. Animal Friends

Theroux is a vegetarian. 

8. Double Take

Theroux made a guest appearance in two episodes of "Sex and the City" -- "Shortcomings" and "The Monogamist" -- as different characters.

9. Dancing the Night Away

Theroux's mom reported his prom date to the Washington Post -- mostly because it was with Academy Award-nominee Rachel Grady.