Michael Peña is an American actor and comedian. Michael Peña net worth of around $8 million. He is best known for his roles in films such as “Crash,” “Million Dollar Baby,” “End of Watch,” and “Ant-Man.”
| Last updated | 2023 |
| Net worth | $8 million |
| Date of birth | January 13, 1976 |
| Gender | Male |
| Profession | Actor and producer |
| Nationality | American |
Michael Peña early life
Michael Peña was born on January 13, 1976, in Chicago, Illinois, United States. His parents were immigrants from Mexico. He grew up in Chicago and attended high school at Marist High School in Chicago.
After high school, Peña attended Columbia College Chicago where he studied and performed in improvisational comedy.
He began his career as a stand-up comedian and later transitioned into acting, making his film debut in the early 2000s.
Michael Peña Career
Michael Peña began his career as a stand-up comedian, performing at various comedy clubs in Chicago. He made his film debut in the early 2000s, appearing in small roles in films such as “Gone in 60 Seconds” and “Training Day.”
He gained wider recognition for his role as Daniel Ruiz in the 2004 film “Crash,” which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Peña has since appeared in numerous films, including “Million Dollar Baby,” “End of Watch,” “Ant-Man,” “The Martian,” and “Fury.”
He has also had roles on television, including recurring roles on the shows “The Shield” and “American Dad!” In addition to his acting career, Peña has also lent his voice to several animated films and television shows.
Biography 2023
| Last updated | 2023 |
| Birth name | Michael Anthony Peña |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Date of birth | January 13, 1976 |
| Age | 47 |
| Occupation | Actor and producer |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Known for | Crash, American Hustle, The Martian, Ant-Man, End of Watch |
| Spouse(s) | Brie Shaffer (m. 2006) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Nicolasa Peña, Eleuterio Peña |
| Education | Triton College |
| Religion | Catholic |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Mexican |
| Awards | Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male (2005) |
| Notable work | Crash, American Hustle, The Martian, Ant-Man, End of Watch |