Josh Peck Biography: Wife, Net Worth, Age, Weight Loss, Parents, Kids, Movies, TV Shows

Biography

Josh Peck is a renowned American actor, comedian, and voice actor born on November 10, 1986, in New York City.

He rose to fame as a child star on Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh (2004–2007), playing Josh Nichols.

Peck began his career as a stand-up comedian and transitioned to television and film, appearing in notable movies such as Mean Creek (2004), Drillbit Taylor (2008), and Red Dawn (2012).

He’s also known for voice roles, including Eddie in the Ice Age franchise. Peck has been open about his struggles with weight and addiction, documenting his journey in his 2021 memoir, Happy People Are Annoying.

He continues to act, create content on YouTube, and co-host the podcast Good Guys with Ben Soffer. Peck is married to Paige O’Brien, and they have two children.

American actor and comedian
Josh Peck
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Joshua Michael Peck
Stage Name:	Josh Peck
Born:	10 November 1986 (age 38 years old)
Place of Birth:	New York City, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	P.S. 40 elementary school, The Professional Performing Arts School
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	Barbara Peck
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Paige O’Brien (m. 2017)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Hanna Beth Merjos (2009), Famke Janssen (2007), Allison Scagliotti (2006–2007), Kelly Louie (2005–2006), Cleopatra Coleman, Mae Whitman, Christina Milian
Children:	Max Milo Peck, Shai Miller Peck, Meyer Lane Peck
Occupation:	Actor • Comedian
Net Worth:	$6 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Josh Peck, born Joshua Michael Peck on November 10, 1986, in New York City, U.S., grew up in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan.

He is of Jewish ethnicity, with both of his parents being Jewish, and he had a bar mitzvah ceremony during his youth, reflecting his Jewish religious upbringing.

Peck was raised by his single mother, Barbara Peck, who worked as a career coach, along with his maternal grandmother; his biological father, a married co-worker of his mother’s whose identity was never publicly revealed, played no role in his life and died in 2013 without Peck ever meeting him.

He has no known siblings.

For his education, Peck attended P.S. 40 elementary school and later The Professional Performing Arts School in New York City, where he pursued interests in acting and stand-up comedy from a young age.

Career

Josh Peck began his career as a child actor and stand-up comedian, performing at venues such as Carolines on Broadway by the age of 10.

He gained early recognition on Nickelodeon’s The Amanda Show (2000–2002) before achieving breakout success as Josh Nichols in the hit sitcom Drake & Josh (2004–2007).

The role made him a household name, while film appearances in Max Keeble’s Big Move (2001) and the critically praised Mean Creek (2004) highlighted both his comedic and dramatic talent.

Expanding his career, Peck starred in films including Drillbit Taylor (2008), The Wackness (2008), and the Red Dawn remake (2012). He also became a prolific voice actor, most notably voicing Eddie in the Ice Age franchise (2006–2016) and Casey Jones in Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series (2012–2017).

In television, he appeared in the comedy series Grandfathered (2015–2016) and later led the Disney+ series Turner & Hooch (2021). Beyond acting, Peck embraced digital media, building a strong YouTube following and co-hosting the popular Good Guys podcast with Ben Soffer.

In 2022, he published his memoir Happy People Are Annoying, offering insight into his personal journey and professional evolution. Today, Peck remains a multifaceted figure in entertainment, balancing acting, voice work, digital content creation, and podcasting.

Social Media

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Personal Life

Josh Peck, born November 10, 1986, is 38 years old. He is 6 feet tall (1.83 meters).

Josh Peck has been married to Paige O’Brien, a cinematographer and editor, since June 2017, after dating for several years. They have three sons: Max Milo Peck (born December 29, 2018), Shai Miller Peck (born October 13, 2022), and Meyer Lane Peck (born around July 2025).

Before his marriage, Peck‘s dating history includes confirmed or rumored relationships with Hanna Beth Merjos (2009), Famke Janssen (2007), Allison Scagliotti (2006–2007), and Kelly Louie (2005–2006). Speculated connections with Cleopatra Coleman, Mae Whitman, and Christina Milian exist but lack detailed confirmation.

Net Worth

Josh Peck’s net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.

This wealth stems from his successful career as an actor, comedian, and voice actor, notably from his role in Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh, films like Mean Creek and the Ice Age franchise, and voice work in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Additional income comes from his YouTube content, the Good Guys podcast, and his 2021 memoir, Happy People Are Annoying.

Filmography

TV Shows

• The Amanda Show (2000–2002) – Various roles (Nickelodeon)
• Whatever Happened to Robot Jones? (2002) – Lenny (voice)
• Drake & Josh (2004–2007) – Josh Nichols (Nickelodeon)
• Grandfathered (2015–2016) – Gerald (Fox)
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012–2017) – Casey Jones (voice, Nickelodeon)
• The Mindy Project (2013) – Ray Ron (guest role)
• The Big Bang Theory (2014) – Jesse (guest role)
• Turner & Hooch (2021) – Scott Turner (Disney+)
• iCarly (2021) – Paul (guest role, Paramount+)
• How I Met Your Father (2022) – Drew (Hulu)

Movies

• Snow Day (2000) – Wayne Alworth
• Max Keeble’s Big Move (2001) – Robe
• Spun (2002) – Fat Boy
• Mean Creek (2004) – George Tooney
• Havoc (2005) – Josh Rubin
• Special (2006) – Joey
• Drillbit Taylor (2008) – Ronnie
• The Wackness (2008) – Luke Shapiro
• American Primitive (2008) – Spoke White
• What Goes Up (2009) – Jim Lement
• Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006) – Eddie (voice)
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009) – Eddie (voice)
• Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012) – Eddie (voice)
• Ice Age: Collision Course (2016) – Eddie (voice)
• Red Dawn (2012) – Matt Eckert
• Battle of the Year (2013) – Franklyn
• Danny Collins (2015) – Nicky Ernst
• The Timber (2015) – Samuel
• Chronically Metropolitan (2016) – John
• Take the 10 (2017) – Chris
• Gnome Alone (2017) – Liam (voice)
• Locating Silver Lake (2018) – Daniel
• Doors (2021) – Vince
• Oppenheimer (2023) – Kenneth Bainbridge

Other Media

• YouTube Content – Peck has been active on YouTube, creating vlogs and comedic content, particularly since the mid-2010s, amassing a significant following.
• Good Guys Podcast (2021–present) – Co-host with Ben Soffer, discussing pop culture, entertainment, and personal anecdotes.
• Memoir – Happy People Are Annoying (2021), a memoir detailing his career, personal struggles with weight and addiction, and life in Hollywood.

Notable Stage and Early Work

• Stand-up Comedy – Performed as a child at venues like Carolines on Broadway and TADA! Youth Theater in New York City.
• The New Normal (2001) – Stage role as part of his early acting career.