Mario Van Peebles is an accomplished actor and filmmaker, best known for his roles in “New Jack City” This movie cemented his place in the industry.
He has had a varied career that has showcased his talents in both acting and directing, making significant contributions to film and television over the years.
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- Full name: Mario Cain Van Peebles
- Date of Birth: January 15, 1957
- Age: 67
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor, film producer
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
- Parents: Melvin Van Peebles, Maria Marx
- Siblings: Max Van Peebles, Megan Van Peebles
- Spouse: Chitra Suhu van Peebles
- Children: Makaylo Van Peebles, Mandela Van Peebles, Marley Van Peebles, Maya Van Peebles, Morgana Van Peebles
- Marital status: Married
- Religion: None
- Ethnicity: German American
- Net worth: $12 million
Early life and education
Mario Van Peebles was born on January 15, 1957 in Mexico City, Mexico.
Today, he is 67 years old and the eldest son of filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles and photographer Maria Marx.
Due to his parents’ careers, he moved frequently in his early years, living in Paris, Morocco, Denmark, and San Francisco.
His diverse ancestry enables him to speak several languages fluently.
Van Peebles attended St. Thomas More School and later graduated from Columbia University in 1978 with a degree in economics.
Personal life
Mario Van Peebles married Chitra Sukhu and had five children: Makaylo, Mandela, Marley, Maya and Morgana.
Details about how he met his wife and their marriage are kept secret.
Profession
Mario Van Peebles began his acting career in 1968 in the TV series “You only live once” and received early recognition “Baadassss song by Sweet Sweetback” 1971.
In 1991, he starred in “New Jack City” A film he directed and starred in was a critical and commercial success.
Over the years, Van Peebles has directed and starred in a number of films and television series, including Black Panther, Ali, Empire and “Bloodline.”
He also made a significant contribution to television by directing hit TV series such as Damages, The Last Ship and “Being Mary Jane.”
Awards
- Nominated for the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor “Ali” (2001)
- Golden Leopard Award Nomination“Black Panther” (1995)
net worth
Mario Van Peebles’ net worth is estimated to be $12 million.
His wealth was accumulated through an extensive career in film and television as an actor and director.
Social Media
- Instagram: @officialmariovanpeebles
- Twitter: @MarioVanPeebles
Filmography
- Sweet Sweetback’s Baadassss Song (1971)
- New Jack City (1991)
- Posey (1993)
- Black Panther (1995)
- Ali (2001)
- Too Bad! (2003)
- Our Party (2012)
- Bloodline (2017)
