Anthony Ruivivar Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Parents, Instagram, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Nationality

Anthony Michael Ruivivar, best known as Anthony Ruivivar, is an actor who gained widespread recognition for his role as paramedic Carlos Nieto in the NBC drama series Third Watch.

He achieved mainstream success through his performance across all six seasons of the series, establishing himself as a familiar face on American television.

Beyond his breakthrough role, he has appeared in films including Starship Troopers, Tropic Thunder, and The Adjustment Bureau, while also lending his voice to characters in Beware the Batman and Marvel Heroes.

Anthony Ruivivar
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Anthony Michael Ruivivar
Stage Name:	Anthony Ruivivar
Born:	November 4, 1970 (age 55 years old)
Place of Birth:	Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Filipino, Chinese, Spanish, German, and Scottish
Height:	5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Tony Ruivivar (father)
Spouse:	Yvonne Jung (m. 1998)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Kainoa Jung Ruivivar, Kale Jung Ruivivar, Levi Jung Ruivivar
Occupation:	Actor
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Anthony Michael Ruivivar, at 55 years old, was born on November 4, 1970, in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. He was raised in Hawaii by his father, Tony Ruivivar, a musician of Filipino, Chinese, and Spanish heritage, while his mother has German and Scottish ancestry.

He grew up in a Christian household and was exposed to music and the arts from an early age.

After completing his early education, Ruivivar moved to Massachusetts to attend Boston University.

He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama, receiving the formal acting training that prepared him for a successful career in film and television.

Personal Life

Anthony Ruivivar has been married to actress Yvonne Jung since January 4, 1998. The couple has three children: Kainoa Jung Ruivivar, Kale Jung Ruivivar, and Levi Jung Ruivivar.

Their daughter, Levi Jung Ruivivar, is an artistic gymnast who has represented the Philippines in international competitions before expanding into modeling and acting.

Ruivivar and his wife have kept their family life largely private while supporting their children’s individual careers.

Career

Anthony Ruivivar began his acting career with roles in films such as White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf and Race the Sun before appearing in Starship Troopers in 1997.

His career reached a major turning point in 1999 when he was cast as Carlos Nieto in NBC’s Third Watch, remaining a series regular until the show concluded in 2005.

Following the success of Third Watch, he appeared in numerous television series including Criminal Minds, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Numb3rs, Southland, Banshee, Frequency, The Haunting of Hill House, and Turner & Hooch. He also starred as Alejo Salazar in The Whole Truth.

Ruivivar has built a successful voice acting career, voicing Bruce Wayne in Beware the Batman and Star-Lord in the video game Marvel Heroes.

His versatility across television, film, and animation has kept him active in the entertainment industry for more than three decades.

Net Worth

Anthony Ruivivar has an estimated net worth of $5 million. He has earned his wealth through his long-running television career, film appearances, voice acting, and residual income from his work in major productions.

Social Media

• Instagram: @anthony_ruivivar

Filmography

• White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994)
• Race the Sun (1996)
• Starship Troopers (1997)
• Third Watch (1999–2005)
• Tropic Thunder (2008)
• A Perfect Getaway (2009)
• The Whole Truth (2010)
• The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
• Southland (2013)
• Beware the Batman (2013)
• Banshee (2013–2016)
• Frequency (2016–2017)
• The Haunting of Hill House (2018)
• Turner & Hooch (2021)

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