Mark Ross Pellegrino was born on April 9, 1965, in Los Angeles, California. He comes from a diverse heritage—his father is of half Italian and half Russian descent, while his maternal grandmother was of Swedish ancestry. Raised in Southern California, Pellegrino began developing an interest in the arts early in life, eventually pursuing a career in acting.
Mark Pellegrino is an American film and television actor, widely recognized for his versatile roles in both mediums. He is best known for portraying Paul Bennett, Rita Morgan’s abusive ex-husband in the acclaimed television series Dexter. In addition to this role, Pellegrino has appeared in numerous other well-known television shows, including NYPD Blue, The X-Files, ER, Knight Rider 2010, Tales from the Crypt, Northern Exposure, Nash Bridges, The Practice, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Unit, Grey’s Anatomy, Criminal Minds, and Quantico.
One of his most prominent television roles has been his recurring performance as Lucifer in the long-running series Supernatural, a role he began in 2009 and for which he gained a dedicated fan following.
In addition to his television work, Pellegrino has built an impressive film resume. His movie appearances include roles in notable films such as The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Lethal Weapon 3, The Big Lebowski, A Murder of Crows, Mulholland Drive, Capote, The Number 23, and Bad Turn Worse. In 2018, he appeared in the political thriller Beirut, further showcasing his range as a film actor.
Beyond his acting career, Mark Pellegrino is an outspoken intellectual and philosophical activist. He identifies as an Objectivist and is a cofounder of the American Capitalist Party (ACP), a political organization rooted in the principles of individual rights and free-market capitalism. Through various media and public speaking engagements, he actively promotes Ayn Rand’s philosophical ideas.
Pellegrino extends his passion for acting into education as well. He serves as an acting teacher at Playhouse West, a respected acting school. Outside his professional commitments, he engages in a variety of athletic pursuits, including martial arts and kickboxing.
In his personal life, Mark Pellegrino has been married to Tracy Aziz since 2008. He is the stepfather to her daughter, Tess, and son, Misha.
| Birth Date: | 9 Apr, 1965 |
| Age: | 55 yrs |
| Occupations: | Film actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
