Margo Harshman Biography: Parents, Siblings, Age, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, Husband, Films, TV Series, Music Videos

Margo Cathleen Harshman is an accomplished American actress widely recognized for her roles as Tawny Dean in the Disney Channel series Even Stevens, Alex Jensen on The Big Bang Theory, and Delilah Fielding-McGee on NCIS.

Beginning her acting career at two, Harshman has since appeared in notable films and television shows, including Sorority Row, College Road Trip, and Fired Up!

Additionally, she starred in the short-lived TV series Run of the House and Center of the Universe.

Profile

• Full Name: Margo Cathleen Harshman
• Stage Name: Margo Harshman
• Born: March 4 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Birthplace: San Diego, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American actress
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parents: Janelle Harshman, David Harshman
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Austin Hooks ​ ​(m. 2017; div. 2018)​
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $6 million

Early Life And Education

Margo Cathleen Harshman was born on March 4, 1986, in San Diego, California, USA, to parents Janelle and David Harshman. She has three older siblings whose names have not been publicly disclosed.

Harshman lived in La Costa, California, until 12 and attended La Costa Heights Elementary School. She later pursued higher education at California State University, Northridge. Of Caucasian descent, Harshman’s religious affiliation remains private.

Career

Margo Harshman’s artistic journey began when her grandmother enrolled her in beauty pageants when she was just two. By age five, she was actively engaged in piano lessons, dance, and gymnastics, all of which helped lay the foundation for her future in the performing arts.

Her acting career officially started at eight, with her debut role in the 1997 film The Elf Who Didn’t Believe marking her entry into Hollywood. Harshman gained widespread recognition in 2000 when she was cast as Tawny Dean, the quirky best friend of Louis Stevens (played by Shia LaBeouf), on the Disney Channel’s Even Stevens.

She appeared in all three show seasons and reprised her role in The Even Stevens Movie (2003). Following her success on Even Stevens, Harshman transitioned to other TV roles, including Brooke Franklin on Run of the House (2003–2004) and Sara on Center of the Universe (2004).

She also guest-starred on well-known shows such as Grey’s Anatomy and Modern Family, continuing to build her reputation in the entertainment industry. Harshman expanded her film career with comedic roles in Fired Up! (2009) and horror films like Sorority Row (2009), where she portrayed Chugs Bradley.

Her versatility as an actress allowed her to take on a variety of roles across both television and film, contributing to her growing fanbase.

In 2012, Harshman joined the cast of The Big Bang Theory as Alex Jensen, Sheldon Cooper’s assistant, leaving a lasting impact on the show during her four-episode stint.

The following year, she was cast as Delilah Fielding in NCIS, an intelligence analyst at the Department of Defense and wife of Timothy McGee. Her portrayal of Delilah became a recurring role, lasting over a decade. Harshman also appeared in smaller projects, such as Hallmark’s Love on the Vines (2016), and indie films like Toxin (2015).

In 2023, she starred in the thriller Exposure, further showcasing her ability to excel in various genres. Harshman’s impresy of work also includes notable contributions to films like College Road Trip and Sorority Row, which collectively grossed millions at the box office.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @margohrsh

Personal Life

Margo Harshman’s current relationship status remains private, though she was previously married to musician Austen Hooks. The couple married in 2017 but divorced less than two years later, finalizing their divorce on October 4, 2018. According to court records, neither party sought spousal support, and the couple did not have children.

Filmography

Film

• 1997: The Elf Who Didn’t Believe
• 2001: Murphy’s Dozen
• 2003: Recipe for Disaster
• 2003: The Even Stevens Movie
• 2007: Judy’s Got a Gun
• 2008: College Road Trip
• 2008: Keith
• 2008: From Within
• 2008: Legacy (Pretty Little Devils)
• 2008: Extreme Movie
• 2009: Fired Up!
• 2009: Sorority Row
• 2015: Toxin
• 2016: Love on the Vines

Television

• 2000–2003: Even Stevens
• 2003–2004: Run of the House
• 2004: Without a Trace
• 2004: Center of the Universe
• 2005: Everwood
• 2005: Grey’s Anatomy
• 2012: Bent
• 2012–2013: The Big Bang Theory
• 2013: Betas
• 2013: Bones
• 2013–2024: NCIS
• 2014: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
• 2022: How I Met Your Father

Music Videos

• 2009: “Get U Home” by Shwayze
• 2021: “The Devil In Me” by Garrison Starr

Net Worth

Margo Harshman’s estimated net worth is $6 million, accumulated through her successful acting career in television and film. Her income is derived from roles in shows like Even Stevens, The Big Bang Theory, NCIS, and films such as Sorority Row and College Road Trip. Additionally, she has earned it through commercial work and endorsements.