Danny DeVito Biography
Jersey Boy DeVito Becomes Hollywood Heavyweight
Award-winning actor-director Danny DeVito has created indelible characters from Taxi’s Louie to Batman’s Penguin while building an $80M net worth. The talented 78-year-old, married to Rhea Perlman, continues tirelessly creating acclaimed projects, showing no signs of slowing.
After co-founding Jersey Films production shingle, the spunky Jersey native established his directorial mark with hits like “Throw Momma From the Train,” “Matilda,” and the disturbing “War of the Roses.” DeVito let his twisted creative juices flow again helming 2003’s dark comedy “Death to Smoochy” starring Robin Williams. His Jersey Films continues backing acclaimed projects like 2019’s “Joker.”
Of course, DeVito never abandoned acting. Creepily unforgettable as The Penguin in 1992’s “Batman Returns,” he continues stealing scenes with shifty supporting parts in today’s blockbusters like “Jumanji.” Now 77, the tireless DeVito juggles producing and screen roles with aplomb while enjoying a long-stable personal life with actress wife Rhea Perlman. Though lacking typical leading man looks, his vibrant career shows no signs of slowdown
Danny DeVito Age
Danny DeVito was born on November 17, 1944 in Neptune Township, New Jersey. He is currently 78 years old.
Danny DeVito’s Height
At just 4 feet 10 inches, Danny DeVito’s pint-sized height contrasts hilariously with his gargantuan charisma and talent. The Jersey native has mastered bringing dynamic physicality to eccentric roles, whether menacing as The Penguin or steering laughs as Taxi’s Louie. DeVito confidently owns his stature, using it to steal scenes for five decades with outsized personality.
Danny DeVito Wife
Despite a major height difference, Danny DeVito and wife Rhea Perlman share an atypically stable 40-year Hollywood marriage, raising three kids between Jersey and L.A. while retaining a relaxed, collaborative chemistry. “We’re just Danny and Rhea,” says Perlman of their down-to-earth union and support of each other’s creative passions.
Danny DeVito’s Movies
Danny DeVito has stolen scenes playing uncouth misfits since Taxi, while directing twisted film gems like War of the Roses and Matilda.
Danny’s Net worth
Danny has reaped an $80 million net worth entirely off risky creative gambles as actor, director and producer, following his own iconoclastic compass.