Jeremy Sisto Biography: Films, Wife, Children, Height, Ethnicity, Net Worth, Siblings, Age, Parents

Jeremy Merton Sisto, professionally known as Jeremy Sisto, is an American actor, producer, and writer widely recognized for his versatile performances in film and television, most notably as Elton in Clueless (1995), Billy Chenowith in Six Feet Under (2001–2005), and Detective Cyrus Lupo in Law & Order (2008–2010).

With a career spanning over three decades, Sisto has showcased his range in roles from teen comedies to intense dramas, earning praise for his depth and authenticity.

Profile

• Full Name: Jeremy Merton Sisto
• Stage Name: Jeremy Sisto
• Born: 6, October 1974
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: Grass Valley, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Producer, and Writer
• Height: 1.88 m
• Parents: Richard Sisto and Reedy Gibbs
• Siblings: Meadow Sisto
• Spouse: Marisa Ryan (m. 1993–2002) and Addie Lane (m. 2009)
• Children: Charlie-Ballerina Sisto, Sebastian Kick Sisto
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Jeremy Merton Sisto was born on October 6, 1974, in Grass Valley, California, to Richard Sisto, a jazz musician and educator, and Reedy Gibbs, an actress.

He grew up with his older sister, Meadow Sisto, in a creative, bohemian household in Northern California’s Sierra Nevada foothills until his parents’ divorce when he was six. Raised primarily by his mother in Chicago, he began acting in local theatre at a young age.

Sisto attended the Francis W. Parker School in Chicago, where he performed in school plays, and later briefly studied at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) before pursuing a career in acting full-time. His ethnicity includes Italian, English, and Scottish ancestry, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Jeremy Sisto began his acting career as a teenager, landing his first significant film role as Roberto in Grand Canyon (1991) at age 16. His early work included roles in The Shaggy Dog (1994) TV movie and Hideaway (1995), but his breakout came as Elton, the affluent love interest, in Clueless (1995), which showcased his charm in the teen comedy genre.

He followed this with roles in White Squall (1996) and Bongwater (1998), balancing mainstream and indie projects while building a reputation for nuanced performances.

Sisto’s career reached new heights with his role as Billy Chenowith, the troubled artist, in HBO’s Six Feet Under (2001–2005), earning critical acclaim for his portrayal of a bipolar character in the acclaimed drama. He starred in films such as Thirteen (2003), Wrong Turn (2003), and Waitress (2007), showcasing his ability to navigate a range of genres, including horror, drama, and romance.

His television work expanded with a starring role as Detective Cyrus Lupo in Law & Order (2008–2010), and he later led the ABC sitcom Suburgatory (2011–2014) as George Altman, a single dad. His voice work as King Runeard in Frozen II (2019) and Talon in Ferdinand (2017) added family-friendly credits to his resume.

Since 2018, Sisto has starred as Jubal Valentine in CBS’s FBI and its spinoffs, FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International, bringing intensity to the procedural drama. He has also ventured into producing and writing, co-writing and starring in the indie comedy Break Point (2014) and producing episodes of Robot Chicken.

His stage work includes performances at the Geffen Playhouse, and his recent focus on FBI reflects his ability to maintain relevance in network television while exploring creative projects, such as his short film The War Prayer (2007). Sisto’s diverse portfolio and dedication to complex characters continue to define his impactful career.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @sistosisto
• Facebook Handle: Jeremy Sisto
• Twitter Handle: @JeremySisto

Personal Life

Jeremy Sisto married actress Marisa Ryan in 1993 at the age of 18. However, the couple divorced in 2002, having separated in the late 1990s. He married Addie Lane, a film production coordinator, on October 13, 2009, and they have two children: Charlie-Ballerina Sisto, born in 2009, and Sebastian Kick Sisto, born in 2012.

His close friendship with Six Feet Under co-star Peter Krause has led to professional collaborations, including Krause directing Sisto in Break Point.

Filmography

•    Grand Canyon (1991) – Roberto
•    The Shaggy Dog (1994) – Trey Miller (TV movie)
•    Clueless (1995) – Elton
•    Hideaway (1995) – Vassago
•    White Squall (1996) – Frank Beaumont
•    Bongwater (1998) – Robert
•    Suicide Kings (1998) – T. K.
•    Thirteen (2003) – Brady
•    Wrong Turn (2003) – Scott
•    The Movie Hero (2003) – Blake Gardner
•    Waitress (2007) – Earl Hunterson
•    Break Point (2014) – Jimmy Price (also writer, producer)
•    The Other Side of the Door (2016) – Michael
•    Ferdinand (2017) – Talon (voice)
•    Frozen II (2019) – King Runeard (voice)
•    Six Feet Under (2001–2005) – Billy Chenowith (TV series)
•    Law & Order (2008–2010) – Detective Cyrus Lupo (TV series)
•    Suburgatory (2011–2014) – George Altman (TV series)
•    FBI (2018–present) – Jubal Valentine (TV series)

Net Worth

Jeremy Sisto’s estimated net worth is USD 6 million. His wealth primarily comes from his extensive acting career, with significant earnings from starring roles in Six Feet Under, Law & Order, Suburgatory, and FBI. Additional income is derived from film roles in Clueless, Wrong Turn, and Waitress, as well as voice acting in Frozen II and Ferdinand.