John Leguizamo’s wife Justine Maurer Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Parents, Husband, Children

Justine Maurer is an American former costume designer and estate planner, best known as the wife of actor, comedian, and producer John Leguizamo.

He rose from New York City’s stand-up comedy circuit to become widely recognized for his vivid one-person shows and memorable film roles—especially as Sid in the Ice Age franchise and as the fierce drag queen in To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything!.

His dynamic storytelling, comedic flair, and cultural advocacy have established him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Justine Maurer
• Stage Name: Justine Maurer
• Born: May 8, 1968
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Former Costume Designer, Estate Planner
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Jack Maurer, Rona Maurer
• Siblings: Nicole St. John, Lisa Bishop
• Spouse: John Leguizamo (m. 2003)
• Children: Allegra Sky Leguizamo, Ryder Lee “Lucas” Leguizamo
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Justine Maurer was born on May 8, 1968, in the United States to Jack Maurer, a financial research consultant and estate planner, and Rona Maurer, both migrants. She grew up in a middle-class Jewish family on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, alongside her sister Nicole St. John and stepsister Lisa Bishop from her father’s first marriage.

Maurer is reportedly a member of Vassar College’s Class of 1990, where she pursued studies, though her specific degree is not publicly confirmed. She is of white ethnicity, and her religion is unknown.

Career

Justine Maurer began her career in the entertainment industry as a costume designer, most notably working as a wardrobe assistant on the 1993 crime drama Carlito’s Way, where she met her future husband, John Leguizamo.

She also served as a production assistant on The Shadow (1994) and appeared as herself at the 2023 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Her work in the costume department included minor roles, such as an uncredited cameo in Carlito’s Way. While little is known about her career, she is also recognized as the wife of Colombian-American comedian, actor, producer, and playwright John Leguizamo.

John Alberto Leguizamo began his career performing stand-up comedy in New York City nightclubs in 1984, quickly gaining recognition for his energetic stage presence. His earliest screen appearances include Madonna’s Borderline music video (1984) and a television debut in Miami Vice (1986), followed by roles in films such as Casualties of War and Die Hard 2.

John Leguizamo’s breakthrough came through his dynamic one-person stage productions—Mambo Mouth (1991), Freak (1998), and Latin History for Morons (2018)—which earned Obie Awards, Tony nominations, and a Special Tony Award. Simultaneously, he achieved mainstream success in films like Carlito’s Way (1993), To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995), Romeo + Juliet (1996), and as the voice of Sid in the Ice Age franchise.

Social Media

Justine Maurer does not have any active social media accounts.

Personal Life

Justine Maurer met John Leguizamo in 1993 on the set of Carlito’s Way, where she worked as a wardrobe assistant and he played Benny Blanco. Initially, friends due to Leguizamo’s marriage to Yelba Osorio (1994–1996), they reconnected in 1996, began dating in 1997, and moved in together at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.

They welcomed their daughter, Allegra Sky, on October 23, 1999, and son, Ryder Lee “Lucas,” on December 5, 2000. The couple married on June 28, 2003, in a Catholic-Jewish ceremony at their lakefront home in New York, with Allegra as the flower girl and Lucas as the ring bearer.

Net Worth

Justine Maurer has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Her wealth derives from her early work as a costume designer and production assistant, as well as her current role as an estate planner.