Michael Anthony Vitar is an American firefighter and former actor who rose to fame for his role as Benjamin Franklin “Benny the Jet” Rodriguez in the film. Sand Legend and Luis Mendoza reached the final Duck movie.
He began his acting career as a teenager when he was noticed by a casting manager while waiting in line for a ride at a school carnival.
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- Full name: Michael Anthony Vitale
- Stage name: Michael Vitar
- Date of Birth: December 21, 1978
- Age: 45
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: American firefighter, former actor
- Height: 1.84 m
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Vitar
- Siblings: 2, Pablo P. Vitar and Elizabeth Vitar
- Spouse: Kym Allen
- Children: 3, Eli Vitar, Wesley Vitar and Norah Paige Vitar
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $300,000
Early life and education
Michael Anthony Vitar was born on December 21, 1978, in Los Angeles, California, United States. He was raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vitar, and has two siblings, Pablo P. Vitar and Elizabeth Vitar. He attended St. Francis High School in La Canada, California, and graduated in 1997.
Profession
Michael Anthony Vitar, also known as Mike Vitar, began his acting career at a very young age.
He was discovered by a casting manager at the age of 12 and played major roles in the following films: Sand Legend (1993) as Benny “The Jet” Rodriguez, D2: Flying Duck (1994) and D3: Flying Duck (1996) as Luis Mendoza, and the TV series Brooklyn Bridge (1991) and Chicago Hope (1997).
However, Vittal’s career took a turn when he decided to leave the entertainment industry and become a firefighter.
He began working as an EMT in 1996 and joined the Los Angeles Fire Department in 2002, where he has been a firefighter ever since. This unique career path demonstrates Mike Vitar’s versatility and determination.
Awards and nominations
- 1994: Won the Young Artist Award for Outstanding Young Film Group Sand Legend (Shared with other actors).
social media
- Instagram account: @mikevitar
- TikTok account: @mighty.vitar22
personal life
Michael Anthony Vitar is a family man who is married to Kym Allen and they have three children: Eli Vitar, Wesley Vitar and Norah Paige Vitar.
However, his family also experienced tragedy, his brother Pablo P. Vitar (who plays the older version of Michael in the film) Sand Legend) died in 2008.
Despite this loss, Michael remained committed to taking care of his family and achieving success in both his personal and professional life.
Filmography
- Sandlot (1993) – Benjamin Franklin “Benny the Jet” Rodriguez
- D2: The Wild Duck (1994) – Luis Mendoza
- D3: The Wild Duck (1996) – Luis Mendoza
- Chicago Hope (1 episode, 1997) – Carlos Lunes
- Other appearances include: Brooklyn Bridge (TV drama), Diplomatic immunity, Sunset BBQand New York Major Crimes (All are minor characters)
net worth
Michael Anthony Vitar, also known as Mike Vitar, has an estimated net worth of $300,000. Despite his successful acting career, he chose to dedicate his life to public service as a firefighter.
