Clark Gregg Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Parents, Height

Clark Gregg is a versatile American talent, best known for his iconic role as Agent Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

His multifaceted career spans acting, directing, screenwriting, and theater, making him a respected figure in Hollywood.

Profile

• Full Name: Robert Clark Gregg Jr.
• Stage Name: Clark Gregg
• Born: April 2, 1962
• Age: 63 years old
• Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Screenwriter
• Height: 5’8″ (175 cm)
• Parents: Mary Layne Shine, Robert Clark Gregg Sr.
• Siblings: Three
• Spouse: Jennifer Grey (M. 2001–2021)
• Children: Stella Gregg
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Clark Gregg was born on April 2, 1962, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Raised by his parents, Mary Layne Shine and Robert Clark Gregg Sr., an Episcopal priest and Stanford University professor, he grew up in a family that moved frequently due to his father’s career.

He attended high school in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where his father taught at Duke University. Gregg enrolled at Ohio Wesleyan University but dropped out after two years, moving to Manhattan to pursue various jobs, including bar back, security guard at the Guggenheim Museum, and parking valet.

He later studied drama and English at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, graduating in 1986. His early exposure to diverse environments shaped his adaptability and passion for the arts.

His ethnicity is Ashkenazi Jewish, and he describes himself as a member of a Jewish family.

Career

Clark Gregg began his career in 1988 with a minor role in the film Things Change and the TV movie Lip Service. He gained prominence for his role as Agent Phil Coulson in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with Iron Man (2008), followed by Iron Man 2 (2010), Thor (2011), The Avengers (2012), and Captain Marvel (2019).

He reprised the role in the ABC series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013–2020), where he also directed episodes, and voiced Coulson in the animated series What If…? and video games. Beyond the MCU, Gregg played FBI Special Agent Mike Casper in The West Wing (2001–2004) and Richard Campbell in The New Adventures of Old Christine (2006–2010).

His film credits include The Usual Suspects (1995), State and Main (2000), One Hour Photo (2002), We Were Soldiers (2002), 500 Days of Summer (2009), and Live by Night (2016). As a screenwriter, he wrote What Lies Beneath (2000) and wrote and directed Choke (2008) and Trust Me (2013).

A founding member of the Atlantic Theater Company, he has also appeared in Broadway productions like A Few Good Men. His versatility across film, television, and theater has earned him widespread recognition.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @clarkgregg
• Facebook Handle: Clark Gregg
• Twitter Handle: @clarkgregg

Personal Life

Clark Gregg, aged 63, stands at 5’8″ (175 cm). He was married to actress Jennifer Grey, known for Dirty Dancing, from July 21, 2001, until their divorce was finalized on February 16, 2021, following a separation in January 2020.

They have one daughter, Stella Gregg, born on December 3, 2001. Gregg and Grey remain on amicable terms, co-parenting their daughter. Currently single, Gregg is a sober alcoholic, having maintained sobriety for over 15 years, and holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Renato Magno.

He is also a certified scuba diver, a skilled painter, a musician who plays guitar and drums, and a comic book enthusiast with a vast collection.

Filmography

• Things Change (1988)
• Fat Man and Little Boy (1989)
• The Usual Suspects (1995)
• The Spanish Prisoner (1997)
• The Adventures of Sebastian Cole (1998)
• State and Main (2000)
• What Lies Beneath (2000, screenwriter)
• One Hour Photo (2002)
• We Were Soldiers (2002)
• In Good Company (2004)
• When a Stranger Calls (2006)
• The New Adventures of Old Christine (TV Series, 2006–2010)
• Choke (2008, writer/director)
• Iron Man (2008)
• Iron Man 2 (2010)
• Thor (2011)
• The Avengers (2012)
• Much Ado About Nothing (2012)
• Trust Me (2013, writer/director)
• Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (TV Series, 2013–2020)
• Labor Day (2013)
• Live by Night (2016)
• Captain Marvel (2019)
• What If…? (Animated Series, 2021–2023)

Net Worth

Clark Gregg has an estimated net worth of $10 million USD. His wealth is derived from his extensive acting career in film and television, particularly his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as his work as a screenwriter and director for projects like What Lies Beneath, Choke, and Trust Me.

Additional income comes from voice acting in animated series and video games, as well as his theater work.