The Man Behind The Mentalist: The Simon Baker Story

From a young Australian actor to one of television’s most unforgettable stars — this is the story of Simon Baker. 🇦🇺🎬 Long before he became Patrick Jane in The Mentalist, Simon Baker was building his career on Australian television with roles in E Street, Home and Away, and Heartbreak High. His journey eventually took him to Hollywood, where he appeared in films such as L.A. Confidential and The Devil Wears Prada before landing the role that changed everything. In 2008, Baker became Patrick Jane in The Mentalist. Over seven seasons, the charming, brilliant and deeply complicated character turned Simon Baker into an internationally recognized television star. But when The Mentalist came to an end, Baker chose a different path. He returned his attention to Australia, stepped behind the camera with Breath, and continued taking on very different roles in projects In this video, we follow Simon Baker’s journey from his early years in Australia to Hollywood, The Mentalist, Patrick Jane, and his life and career today. ⭐ Subscribe for more stories about legendary actors and the roles that made them famous. #SimonBaker #TheMentalist #PatrickJane #ThenAndNow #CelebrityStory #Hollywood #Actors #SimonBaker2026