Max Carver Biography: Movies, Age, Parents, Siblings, Height, Wife, Sexuality, TV Shows

Biography

Max Carver, born Robert Maxwell Martensen Jr. on August 1, 1988, in San Francisco, California, is a talented American actor known for his roles as Preston Scavo in Desperate Housewives (2008–2012), Aiden in Teen Wolf (2013–2015), and Adam Frost in The Leftovers (2014).

Often acting alongside his identical twin brother, Charlie Carver, he has also appeared in The Office, Victorious, and the 2022 film The Batman.

A graduate of the University of Southern California with a degree in English, Carver is recognized for his versatile performances in television and film.

American actor
Max Carver
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Robert Maxwell Martensen Jr.
Stage Name:	Max Carver
Born:	1 August 1988 (age 37 years old)
Place of Birth:	San Francisco, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	St. Paul’s School, University of Southern California
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	Anne Carver, Robert Martensen
Siblings:	Charlie Carver, Bayard Martensen
Spouse:	Not Married
Girlfriend • Partner:	Holland Roden (2014-2016)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actor • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$2 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Max Carver, whose full birth name is Robert Maxwell Martensen Jr., was born on August 1, 1988, in San Francisco, California.

His early life was marked by a family relocation in 1992 to Calistoga, California’s Napa Valley, where they lived in a scenic wine country environment.

Carver‘s father was Robert Martensen, a physician, historian, and author who passed away in 2013. His mother, Anne Carver (née Carver), is a philanthropist, community activist, and vintner.

He has an identical twin brother, Charlie Carver (born Charles Carver Martensen on July 31, 1988, seven minutes earlier), who is also an actor and has often collaborated with him professionally. His other brother is Bayard Martensen.

For his education, Carver attended the prestigious St. Paul’s School, a private boarding school in Concord, New Hampshire, where he graduated in 2007. He later earned a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Southern California in 2012.

Regarding ethnicity, Carver has a diverse European heritage, including German (from paternal grandmother’s side and distant maternal lines), English (prominently from maternal grandfather’s ancestry), Irish (via maternal great-grandmother), Scottish (from maternal great-grandmother’s parents), likely Danish (from paternal great-great-grandparents), Welsh (maternal side), and French-Canadian (from maternal great-great-grandmother).

Career

Max Carver launched his acting career in 2008, making his breakthrough as Preston Scavo on the hit ABC series Desperate Housewives (2008–2012).

Starring alongside his identical twin brother, Charlie Carver, he portrayed one of the Scavo twins, a role that showcased his talent for family-centered drama and marked his successful entry into mainstream television.

His popularity grew further when he joined MTV’s Teen Wolf (2013–2015) as Aiden, a werewolf in the supernatural teen drama that resonated strongly with young audiences and became one of his most recognized performances.

In 2014, Carver expanded his range with a recurring role as Adam Frost in HBO’s critically acclaimed series The Leftovers, proving his ability to navigate emotionally layered and complex storytelling.

Beyond these standout roles, Max has appeared in several other television projects, including The Cheating Pact (2013) and Disney Channel’s Best Friends Whenever (2015). His film credits include smaller but notable appearances in Ask Me Anything (2014) and the comedy Fist Fight (2017).

Frequently collaborating with his brother, Max has established a steady career built on charm, talent, and the unique appeal of their twin dynamic.

In addition to television and film, he has also explored the stage, performing in theater productions during his time at the University of Southern California, where he further honed his craft as a versatile actor.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Max Carver
• Instagram: Max Carver (@maxcarver)
• IMDb: Max Carver
• Twitter: Max & Charlie Carver (@CarverSourceBe) / X

Personal Life

Max Carver is 37 years old, having been born on August 1, 1988. He stands at a height of 6 feet (1.83 meters).

Carver is currently single and has never been married, with no records of any previous marriages or wives. He has no known children.

Carver‘s only publicly documented relationship was with actress Holland Roden, his co-star from the TV series Teen Wolf, which lasted from 2014 to 2016.

The couple attended events together, such as the August 2015 Getty Atelier presentation, but they parted ways amicably, and no other confirmed relationships have been reported since.

Net Worth

Max Carver‘s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million. His wealth primarily stems from his acting career, with notable roles in Desperate Housewives (2008–2012), Teen Wolf (2013–2015), and The Leftovers (2014).

Additional income comes from guest appearances on shows like The Office and Victorious, as well as film roles in projects such as Fist Fight (2017) and Mantervention (2014).

His social media presence, particularly on Instagram with 1.5 million followers, may also contribute through sponsorships, with estimated annual earnings from such platforms ranging between $141,600 and $193,900.

Filmography

TV Shows

• Desperate Housewives (2008–2012) – Preston Scavo (recurring role)
• The Office (2012) – Eric (guest role, episode: “The Boat”)
• Good Luck Charlie (2012) – Brad (guest role, episode: “Guys & Dolls”)
• Victorious (2012) – Evan Smith (guest role, episode: “The Blonde Squad”)
• The Cheating Pact (2013) – Jordan (TV movie)
• Teen Wolf (2013–2015) – Aiden Steiner (recurring role, seasons 3–4)
• The Leftovers (2014) – Adam Frost (recurring role, season 1)
• Best Friends Whenever (2015) – Andy (guest role, episode: “A Time to Rob and Slam”)
• Bloomers (2017) – Ethan (web series, recurring role)
• American Horror Story: Double Feature (2021) – Kendall (guest role, episode: “Pale”)

Movies

• Cliffs of Freedom (2012) – Young Soldier
• Haven’s Point (2012) – Kevin (short film)
• Ask Me Anything (2014) – Rory
• Mantervention (2014) – Lifeguard Joe
• Fist Fight (2017) – Daniel
• A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2017) – Snout
• In the Cloud (2018) – Caden
• The Batman (2022) – Twin #2 (minor role)

Theatre

• Stage productions at USC (2010–2012) – Participated in various theater performances during his time at the University of Southern California (specific roles and titles not widely documented).