Ethan Embry Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Ethan Philan Randall also known as Ethan Embry is a prominent American actor known for his memorable roles in cult classics such as Preston Meyers in Can’t Hardly Wait (1998), the title character in Dutch (1991), Mark in Empire Records (1995), and more recent turns as Coyote Bergstein in the Netflix series Grace and Frankie (2015–2022).

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Ethan Philan Randall
• Stage Name: Ethan Embry
• Born: June 13, 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Huntington Beach, California, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: English, Irish, and German descent
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Charles Randall and Karen Randall
• Siblings: Aaron Embry and Kessia Embry
• Spouse: Sunny Mabrey
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

Ethan Embry was born Ethan Philan Randall on June 13, 1978, in Huntington Beach, California, United States. He was brought up by his parents, Charles Randall (a dental technician) and Karen Randall (a screenwriter and talent manager), in Southern California.

He grew up having one older brother, Aaron Embry (a music producer and musician), and one younger sister, Kessia Embry (a photographer). He began acting at a young age and attended local schools in the area. His ethnicity is English, Irish, and German descent. His religion is Christianity.

Career

Ethan Embry began his professional acting career as a child, making his film debut in Defending Your Life (1991) and starring opposite Ed O’Neill in Dutch (1991). He quickly gained recognition with roles in Empire Records (1995) as the lovable Mark and Can’t Hardly Wait (1998) as the romantic Preston Meyers. He appeared in Sweet Home Alabama (2002), Timeline (2003), and the Showtime series Brotherhood (2006–2008) as Declan Giggs.

His additional credits include roles in Safe House (2025), Alma and the Wolf (2025), Christy (2025), and the upcoming Scream 7 (2026). Over his career from 1990 to the present, Mr. Embry has appeared in dozens of films and series, showcasing range from teen comedies to horror, drama, and family entertainment while continuing to take on diverse projects.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @ethanembry

Personal Life

Ethan Embry, 47 years old, stands at a height of 5’10” (178 cm). He was previously married to actress Amelinda Smith from 1998 to 2002; they have one son together, Cogeian Sky Embry.

He married actress Sunny Mabrey in 2005, divorced in 2012, reconciled, and remarried her in June 2015. The couple maintains a blended family life. No additional children are publicly noted. He keeps a relatively private personal life focused on family and his craft.

Net Worth

Ethan Embry‘s net worth is $3 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in film and television accumulated over more than three decades, including notable earnings from teen hits like Can’t Hardly Wait and Empire Records, the long-running Netflix series Grace and Frankie, and supporting work in projects such as Brotherhood and recent films like Safe House.

Filmography

Television:

• Grace and Frankie (2015–2022) – Coyote Bergstein (main role)
• Brotherhood (2006–2008) – Declan Giggs (main role)
• Guest and supporting roles in Numb3rs, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and others

Films:

• Dutch (1991)
• Empire Records (1995)
• Can’t Hardly Wait (1998)
• Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
• Timeline (2003)
• The Devil’s Candy (2015)
• Safe House (2025)
• Alma and the Wolf (2025)
• Christy (2025)
• Scream 7 (2026)
• Additional roles in independent films and upcoming projects.