Danica McKellar, born in 1975, is a multifaceted American actress, author, and mathematics education advocate. She first rose to fame for her role as Winnie Cooper in the popular television series The Wonder Years, which aired from 1988 to 1993. Her talents, however, extend well beyond acting, encompassing notable accomplishments in the fields of education and writing.
Beyond her acting career, McKellar is well respected in mathematical circles. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she graduated summa cum laude. During her time at UCLA, she co-authored a peer-reviewed paper with Professor Lincoln Chayes and fellow student Brandy Winn. The paper, titled "Percolation and Gibbs States Multiplicity for Ferromagnetic Ashkin–Teller Models on Z²," was published in the Journal of Physics A and garnered attention for its significance in statistical mechanics.
Danica McKellar is also a successful author of several books aimed at making mathematics accessible and engaging for young students, particularly middle school girls. Her books, including titles like Math Doesn't Suck and Kiss My Math, have been well received for empowering students to overcome math anxiety and develop confidence in STEM subjects. McKellar has become a strong advocate for mathematics education and regularly speaks on the importance of math literacy.
In 2001, McKellar began dating composer Mike Verta. The couple married in 2009, and they welcomed a son, Draco, in 2010. However, the marriage ended in divorce in 2012, with the proceedings finalized in 2013. McKellar continues to prioritize her role as a mother and emphasizes the importance of family in her life.
| Birth Date: | 3 Jan, 1975 |
| Age: | 45 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | La Jolla |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress and writer |
| Twitter Id: | Danicamckellar |
| Spouse: | Danica McKellar |
| Net Worth 2021: | 6 million |
