Blue
David Duchovny had a dog named Blue that would join him on the set of The X-Files. Blue was a puppy of the dog that appeared in The X-Files episode, “Ice” and was adopted by Duchovny in 1993. Blue reportedly passed away in 2008.
Alien
In the 1990s, David Duchovny had a black cat named Alien, who was also known as Ableman.
This cat was originally named Alien because she hissed like the baby alien coming out of John Hurt’s chest. But a friend asked me her name and heard “Ableman,” so she became better known as “Ableman.”
@davidduchovny, Instagram, Oct 2019
Brick
David Duchovny had a rescue dog named Brick that he adopted in 2015, that was believed to be a Corgi-Shepherd mix. Brick was found as a puppy living under an L.A. Freeway. Brick passed away in June 2024, with Duchovny posting a heartbreaking poem dedicated to his furry sidekick.
David Duchovny
David Duchovny is an American actor, author, and musician, best known for his portrayal of FBI Agent Fox Mulder on the science fiction-thriller series The X-Files and as Hank Moody in the comedy-drama series Californication.
Duchovny’s career started in the late 1980s with appearances in low-profile commercials and small roles in films. He gained some attention with a part in Working Girl (1988) and later on series like Twin Peaks as DEA agent Denise Bryson. However, his major breakthrough came with The X-Files (1993), which became a defining part of 90s television culture. Throughout the series, Duchovny acted opposite Gillian Anderson as Agent Scully. After The X-Files, Duchovny starred in Californication (2007-2014), where he played a witty and troubled writer, earning him a Golden Globe for Best Actor.
His acting including working with directors like Richard Attenborough and David Fincher, and actors such as Brad Pitt and Téa Leoni, who was also his wife from 1997 to 2014.
In addition to his successful acting career, David Duchovny has also made notable contributions as an author and musician. He has published several books, including the well-received novel Holy Cow and Bucky Fcking Dent*. His writing often blends humor with introspection, showcasing his literary talent beyond the screen. Duchovny’s venture into the music industry includes his album Hell or Highwater.
