Allen Evangelista Bio: Age, Wife, Height, Nationality, Movies & TV Shows, Net Worth, Parents, Kids

Allen Evangelista is an American actor recognized for his television roles, including Wayne “Firewire” Gilbert on Nickelodeon’s Zoey 101 and Henry Miller on ABC Family’s The Secret Life of the American Teenager.

He has appeared in films, commercials, and guest spots, often portraying quirky or supporting characters in teen and family-oriented projects.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Allen Cortez Evangelista
• Stage Name: Allen Evangelista
• Born: January 5, 1982
• Age: 44 years old
• Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Filipino-American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 171 cm (5 feet 7¼ inches)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Evangelista
• Siblings: Arlene Quizon
• Spouse: Christina Burhoe
• Children: Hudson
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million USD

Early Life and Education

Allen Cortez Evangelista was born on January 5, 1982, in Los Angeles, California, United States. He was brought up by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Evangelista, immigrants from the Philippines — his father from Manila and his mother from Pampanga — in a Filipino-American family. He has a sister named Arlene Quizon.

His ethnicity is Filipino-American and his religion is Christianity. Growing up in La Puente, California, he entered the entertainment industry early, starting with commercials and acting roles from his teenage years.

Specific details about formal higher education are not widely documented, as his career began in 2002 with guest appearances, shifting focus to professional acting rather than traditional academics.

Career

Allen Evangelista began his acting career in 2002 with a guest role on Once and Again. He appeared in commercials for brands like AOL, MTV, Time Warner Cable, and Domino’s, and secured a holding deal with Fox.

He co-starred in episodes of Alias and had a role in Mozart and the Whale alongside Josh Hartnett. He gained recognition as Wayne “Firewire” Gilbert on Zoey 101 from 2006 to 2008, a recurring character known for his tech-savvy and eccentric personality.

He spent five seasons as Henry Miller on The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008–2013). His film work includes a lead role as Adam Le in Project Almanac (2015), a time-travel thriller.

Other credits include Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles and various guest spots. Active since 2002, he has maintained a presence in television and film, with occasional updates shared on social media.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ifollowallen

Personal Life

Allen Evangelista is 44. His height is 171 cm. He is married to Christina Burhoe since 2013, with their wedding held in Hawaii. No past serious relationships are prominently detailed publicly.

He has one son, Hudson, born October 27, 2011. Allen prioritizes family life, often sharing personal reflections and focusing on his role as a husband and father while maintaining privacy around daily routines.

Net Worth

Allen Evangelista‘s net worth is estimated at $2 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting residuals and royalties from long-running series like Zoey 101 and The Secret Life of the American Teenager.

Salaries and fees from guest roles, recurring appearances, and films such as Project Almanac also contribute, along with earnings from early commercials and brand spots. Additional revenue comes from occasional industry work, social media promotions, and appearances accumulated over his two-decade career.

Filmography

• Once and Again (guest, 2002)
• Alias (guest)
• Zoey 101 (as Wayne “Firewire” Gilbert, 2006–2008)
• The Secret Life of the American Teenager (as Henry Miller, 2008–2013)
• Mozart and the Whale
• Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (guest, 2008)
• Project Almanac (as Adam Le, 2015)
• Various Commercials (AOL, MTV, Domino’s, etc.)
• The Rock Paper Scissors Show (2008)