Mandy Patinkin Biography: Net Worth, Age, Parents, Height, Children, Wife, Movies

Mandy Patinkin is a proud American actor and singer whose powerful voice and heartfelt performances have made him a legend on Broadway, in Hollywood, and on TV screens across the nation.

From his Tony-winning role as Che in Evita to his unforgettable portrayal of Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride, shouting, “Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die. Mandy’s talent shines bright.

Profile

• Full Name: Mandel Bruce Patinkin
• Stage Name: Mandy Patinkin
• Born: November 30, 1952
• Age: 72 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Singer, Voice Artist, Comedian
• Height: 5 feet 11 inches (182 cm)
• Religion: Jewish
• Parents: Doris “Doralee” Sinton Patinkin, Lester Patinkin
• Siblings: Marsha Patinkin
• Spouse: Kathryn Grody (M. 1980)
• Children: Isaac Patinkin, Gideon Grody-Patinkin
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million to $14 million

Early Life & Education

Mandy Patinkin was born on November 30, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois.

His mother, Doris “Doralee” Sinton Patinkin, was a homemaker and cookbook writer, and his father, Lester Patinkin, owned and operated two scrap metal plants: the Scrap Corporation of America and People’s Iron & Metal Company.

Of Russian Jewish and Latvian Jewish descent, Mandy grew up in an upper-middle-class Jewish household, embracing Conservative Judaism.

His ethnicity is White, and he’s proud of his Jewish American heritage, though he calls himself “spiritual, not religious.”

Raised on Chicago’s South Side with his sister Marsha, who passed away in 2012, Mandy was a White Sox fan, often heading to Comiskey Park with his dad after synagogue.

Mandy attended South Shore High School, Harvard St. George School, and Kenwood High School (now Kenwood Academy) in Chicago, graduating in 1970.

He studied at the University of Kansas before transferring to the prestigious Juilliard School in New York, where he refined his acting and singing skills alongside his friend, Kelsey Grammer.

Career

Mandy Patinkin’s career began in the 1970s with theater, making his Broadway debut in 1975 opposite Meryl Streep in Trelawny of the “Wells” at The Public Theatre’s Shakespeare Festival.

He won a Tony Award in 1980 for playing Che in Evita, a role that showcased his powerful voice and stage presence.

He returned to Broadway in 1984 as Georges Seurat in Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park with George, earning a Tony nomination, and later starred in The Secret Garden (1991) and The Wild Party (2000), both earning him nominations.

His film career took off with The Big Fix (1978), followed by Yentl (1983), in which he played Avigdor, earning a Golden Globe nomination, and The Princess Bride (1987), in which he portrayed Inigo Montoya, a role he considers his favorite.

Other films include Alien Nation (1988), Dick Tracy (1990), The Greatest Showman (2017) as Mr. Winthrop, and Life Itself (2018).

On TV, Mandy won an Emmy for playing Dr. Jeffrey Geiger in Chicago Hope (1994–1995, 1999), but left after one season to prioritize family, returning briefly before its cancellation.

He starred in Dead Like Me (2003–2004) and Criminal Minds (2005), but left the latter due to discomfort with its violent content, calling it a career mistake.

His role as Saul Berenson in Homeland (2011–2020) earned him multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, cementing his status as a TV icon.

Recently, he narrated a 2022 miniseries about the Capitol attack and performed with Mandy Patinkin in “Concert: JUKEBOX” in 2025, accompanied by pianist Adam Ben-David, bringing timeless classics to American audiences.

His singing career includes albums like Mandy Patinkin (1989), Dress Casual (1990), Mamaloshen (1998, in Yiddish), and Mandy Patinkin Sings Sondheim (2002). Mandy’s work reflects America’s love for storytelling and music, making him a national treasure.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @mandypatinkin
• Facebook: @MandyPatinkin

Personal Life

At 72 years old, Mandy Patinkin stands at 5 feet 11 inches (182 cm), with a commanding presence that matches his passionate performances.

He’s been married to actress and writer Kathryn Grody since June 15, 1980, after meeting as struggling actors.

They have two sons, Isaac and Gideon, and live in Chicago, having previously rented a large apartment on New York’s Upper West Side for nearly 30 years.

Net Worth

Mandy Patinkin’s net worth is estimated to be between $10 million and $14 million.

His wealth stems from his roles in films like The Princess Bride and Yentl, as well as TV shows like Homeland (where he earned up to $125,000 per episode), and Broadway productions such as Evita and Sunday in the Park with George.

Filmography

• The Big Fix (1978) – Supporting Role (Film)
• Evita (1979) – Che (Broadway, Tony Award)
• Ragtime (1981) – Supporting Role (Film)
• Yentl (1983) – Avigdor (Film, Golden Globe nomination)
• Sunday in the Park with George (1984) – Georges Seurat/George (Broadway, Tony nomination)
• The Princess Bride (1987) – Inigo Montoya (Film)
• Alien Nation (1988) – Detective Samuel “George” Francisco (Film)
• Mandy Patinkin (1989) – Solo Album
• Dick Tracy (1990) – 88 Keys (Film)
• Dress Casual (1990) – Solo Album
• The Secret Garden (1991) – Archibald Craven (Broadway, Drama Desk nomination)
• The Doctor (1991) – Dr. Murray Kaplan (Film)
• Chicago Hope (1994–1995, 1999) – Dr. Jeffrey Geiger (TV Series, Emmy Award)
• Mamaloshen (1998) – Solo Album (Yiddish songs)
• The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999) – Huxley (Film)
• The Wild Party (2000) – Burrs (Broadway, Tony nomination)
• Mandy Patinkin Sings Sondheim (2002) – Solo Album
• Dead Like Me (2003–2004) – Rube Sofer (TV Series)
• Criminal Minds (2005) – Jason Gideon (TV Series)
• Paradise Found (2010) – Performer (Theater)
• Homeland (2011–2020) – Saul Berenson (TV Series, Emmy and Golden Globe nominations)
• An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin (2011–2012) – Performer (Broadway)
• Wish I Was Here (2014) – Supporting Role (Film)
• The Greatest Showman (2017) – Mr. Winthrop (Film)
• Life Itself (2018) – Supporting Role (Film)
• Mandy Patinkin in Concert: JUKEBOX (2025) – Performer (Concert Tour)