Back in the 1990s, Brendan Fraser was the kind of actor whose face seemed to be everywhere. With his bright blue eyes, thick dark hair, wide smile, and athletic build, he became a familiar leading man in an era when audiences still rented their favorite movies on VHS.He could play a charming outsider, a romantic lead, or a wonderfully clueless hero without losing that boyish quality people loved. By 1997, George of the Jungle had taken his heartthrob reputation to another level, putting his muscular physique front and center.For much of the film, Fraser appeared wearing little more than a loincloth, swinging through the jungle and throwing himself into physical comedy. His appearance drew plenty of attention, and the movie helped establish him as one of Hollywood’s most appealing young stars.

Then, in 1999, came the role that would define his career for an entirely new generation. Fraser became Rick O’Connell in “The Mummy,” a brave, sarcastic adventurer whose battles with ancient creatures would turn him into an international action star.Opposite Rachel Weisz, who played Evelyn Carnahan, Fraser helped create one of the most beloved screen couples of that era. Their playful arguments, romantic moments, and dangerous adventures made the film a favorite that viewers would continue revisiting for decades.