David Giuntoli Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Parents, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows

David Czarra Giuntoli also known as David Giuntoli is a talented American actor best known for his leading role as Detective Nick Burkhardt in the long-running NBC supernatural drama Grimm.

With his grounded charm and versatile range, he has built a successful career in television and film, delivering memorable performances in both genre shows and heartfelt dramas.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Czarra Giuntoli
• Stage Name: David Giuntoli
• Born: June 18, 1980
• Age: 45 years old
• Birthplace: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
• Nationality: American (with Italian citizenship)
• Ethnicity: Italian (paternal), Polish and German (maternal)
• Occupation: Actor, Director, Producer
• Height: 5′ 10″ (178 cm)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: David Giuntoli and Mary Giuntoli
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Elizabeth “Bitsie” Tulloch
• Children: Vivian Giuntoli
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

David Giuntoli was born on June 18, 1980, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, to parents David Giuntoli and Mary Giuntoli. His father is of Italian descent while his mother is of Polish and German descent.

He was raised in Huntleigh, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. He graduated from St. Louis University High School in 1998. He then attended Indiana University Bloomington, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in International Business and Finance in 2002.

After college, he briefly considered a finance career but pursued acting instead, taking local classes in St. Louis. His ethnicity is Italian, Polish, and German, and his religion is Christianity.

Career

David Giuntoli started his career with a reality TV appearance on MTV’s Road Rules: South Pacific in 2003. He moved to Los Angeles and landed early guest roles on shows like Veronica Mars, Grey’s Anatomy, Ghost Whisperer, and Nip/Tuck. His breakthrough came as the lead in Grimm (2011–2017), where he played a detective discovering his heritage as a Grimm hunter of supernatural creatures.

He starred as Eddie Saville on A Million Little Things (2018–2023) and appeared in films including 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016) as DS Scott Wickland, Buddymoon (2016, also co-writer and producer), and voice roles in animated projects like Batman: Soul of the Dragon (2021) and Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham (2023).

Recent credits include guest/directing work on Superman & Lois and roles in High Potential (2025). He continues to balance acting, directing, and producing.

Social Media

• David Giuntoli does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

David Giuntoli, 45 years old and 5′ 10″ tall, has been married to actress Elizabeth “Bitsie” Tulloch since June 2017. The couple met on the set of Grimm and have one daughter, Vivian Giuntoli, born in February 2019. They relocated to Washington state in 2020 to be closer to family.

Details about past relationships remain private beyond his long-term relationship with Tulloch leading to marriage. He prioritizes family time and keeps his personal life grounded away from the spotlight.

Net Worth

David Giuntoli‘s net worth is estimated at $3 million USD. His income primarily comes from lead roles in long-running television series such as Grimm and A Million Little Things, supporting parts in major films like 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, voice acting, directing, producing, and consistent guest appearances across network and streaming projects.

Filmography

• Grimm (2011–2017)
• A Million Little Things (2018–2023)
• 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016)
• Buddymoon (2016)
• Batman: Soul of the Dragon (2021)
• Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham (2023)
• Superman & Lois (2024)
• High Potential (2025)
• Weather Girl (2009)
• Caroline and Jackie (2012)