Mario Peebles is a well-known American actor and film director best known for directing the 1991 film NEW JACK CITY. Melvin Peebles was his father (filmmaker). He is not only involved in the direction, but he has also worked as an actor in a few films. Because of his direct work, he has a lot of money. His work can be seen in the films Panther, New Jack City, Delivery Boys, and Exterminator 2. He promotes education and environmental awareness through several reality shows.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Mario Van Peebles |
| Real Name/Full Name: | Mario Cain Van Peebles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 67 years old |
| Birth Date: | January 15, 1957 |
| Birth Place: | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Nationality: | Mexican |
| Height: | 1.78m |
| Weight: | 75 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Chitra Sukhu |
| Children/Kids (Son and Daughter): | Yes (Maya, Morgana, Makayla, Mandela, and Marley) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Is Mario Van Peebles Gay?: | No |
| Profession: | Film Director, Actor |
| Salary: | N/A |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $15 million |
| Last Updated: | 2024 |
Mario Van Peebles Biography
Mario Van Peebles was born in Mexico City on January 15th, 1957. Melvin Van Peebles and Maria Marx raised him. His mother was a German actress and photographer, and his father was a director and writer. He attended SAINT THOMAS MORE SCHOOL, where he received his diploma in 1974. He graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Economics in 1978.
Mario Van Peebles Age, Height, Weight
Mario Van Peebles Was born on January 15, 1957, He is 67 years old as of 2024. His height is 1.78m, and he weighs 73kg.
Career
Mario Van Peebles made his first screen appearance in 1968 in a drama titled ONE LIFE TO LIVE, and he later appeared in an action thriller film in 1971. In 1981, he appeared as an actor in THE SOPHISTICATED GENTS, and in 1984, he appeared as a villain in Exterminator 2. He appeared as a dancer in the film THE COTTON CLUB the same year.
He landed a role in the film RAPPIN in 1985. He has also appeared in DELIVERY BOYS. In 1986, he appeared in the film LAST RESORT. In 1987, he appeared in the films JAWS and THE FACTS OF LIFE DOWN UNDER. In 1988, he appeared in the SONNY SPOON show. In 1989, he directed the TV show TOP OF THE HILL, and in 1991, he acted in the film 21 JUMP STREET.
He appeared in one episode of X-FILES in 1997. He starred in and directed the film LOVE KILLS in 1998. In the year 2000, he appeared in an episode of MARTIAL LAW; in the year 2003, he worked in the film THE HEBREW HAMMER; and in the year 2010, he worked in two movies titled MULTIPLE TOUCHES OF SARCASM.
In 2011, he directed ALL THINGS FALL APART; in 2013, he directed NCIS as well as one episode of MONDAY MORNINGS; and in 2015, he directed THE LAST SHIP as well as two episodes of EMPIRE. In 2017, he appeared as an actor in four episodes of BLOODLINE and created the SUPERSTITION TV series.
Mario Van Peebles Achievements and Awards
His films have received accolades and recognition. He received BLACK REEL AWARDS for his work in the film BAADASSSS. He was nominated for the GIJON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, as well as for best director and actor. In 2005, he received several nominations for the INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS. He was also nominated for the NAACP IMAGE AWARDS in 2005.
Mario Van Peebles’s Net Worth In 2024
Mario Van Peebles’ net worth is estimated to be around $15 million as of February 2024, which he has amassed through his work as an actor and film director. He has worked on numerous reality shows, which have increased his wealth.
Mario Van Peebles’s Wife, Marriage
Mario Van Peebles was married to Lisa Vitello, but they divorced for various reasons. They also have two children. He is currently married to Chitra Sukhu, with whom he has three children.
