David Hyde Pierce Biography: Age, Spouse, Net Worth, Parents, Height, Frasier, Career

David Hyde Pierce is a prominent American actor known for his precise, neurotic comedic timing and versatile performances in television, film, and theater.

He achieved iconic status as psychiatrist Dr. Niles Crane on the NBC sitcom Frasier, earning four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. He has also directed on Broadway and appeared in films like The Fisher King, Sleepless in Seattle, and voice roles in animated projects.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: David Hyde Pierce
• Stage Name: David Hyde Pierce
• Born: April 3, 1959
• Age: 67 years old
• Birthplace: Saratoga Springs, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Occupation: Actor, Director
• Height: 177 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: George Pierce and Laura Marie Pierce
• Siblings: Barbara Pierce, Nancy Pierce, Thomas Pierce
• Spouse: Brian Hargrove
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $40 million USD

Early Life and Education

David Hyde Pierce was born on April 3, 1959, in Saratoga Springs, New York, United States. He was brought up by his parents, George Pierce, an aspiring actor, and Laura Marie Pierce (née Hughes), an insurance agent, in Saratoga Springs. He grew up as the youngest of four children with two older sisters, Barbara Pierce and Nancy Pierce, and one older brother, Thomas Pierce.

He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1977. He attended Yale University, where he initially studied music and piano but switched to drama, performing and directing student productions including Gilbert & Sullivan operettas. He graduated from Yale in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

His ethnicity is Caucasian, and his religion is Unknown.

Career

David Hyde Pierce began his career in theater, appearing off-Broadway and on Broadway in productions like The Heidi Chronicles and Hello, Dolly! He made his film debut in the 1980s with roles in Bright Lights, Big City and Crossing Delancey. He gained prominence with supporting parts in The Fisher King (1991), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and Wolf (1994).

His breakthrough came as Dr. Niles Crane on Frasier (1993–2004), a role that earned him four Emmys and widespread acclaim.

He voiced characters in A Bug’s Life (1998), Treasure Planet (2002), and others. He directed Broadway productions including It Shoulda Been You and appeared in recent projects like Julia (2022–2023) as Paul Child and The Exorcism (2024). His theater work includes Tony nominations for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike and Curtains (where he won a Tony for Best Actor in a Musical). He continues to act and direct, with Broadway revivals and new productions.

Social Media

David Hyde Pierce does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

David Hyde Pierce is 67 years old and his height is 177 cm. He is married to television writer, director, and producer Brian Hargrove since October 24, 2008, after meeting in 1982 and being together for over 25 years before marriage. They married in California just before Proposition 8 banned same-sex marriages. No past relationships are publicly known. He has no children.

He is an advocate for Alzheimer’s research (due to family history) and maintains a private personal life focused on theater, advocacy, and his long-term partnership.

Net Worth

David Hyde Pierce‘s net worth is estimated at $40 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in the long-running sitcom Frasier with high per-episode pay and syndication residuals; Broadway theater performances and Tony-winning roles; directing credits on stage productions; voice acting in animated films and series; residuals and royalties from streaming platforms, classic films, and Frasier revivals; and occasional producing or guest appearances.