Oliver Platt Biography: Wife, Kids, Movies, Height, Parents, Age, Awards, Net Worth, Siblings

Oliver James Platt, also known as Oliver Platt, is a distinguished American actor celebrated for his versatile performances across film, television, and theater.

Renowned for roles in The West Wing, Chicago Med, and The Bear, Platt brings depth and charisma to both comedic and dramatic characters.

With a career spanning over three decades, he has earned critical acclaim and a respected place in Hollywood for his ability to portray complex, relatable figures.

Profile

• Full Name: Oliver James Platt
• Stage Name: Oliver Platt
• Born: January 12, 1960
• Age: 66 years old
• Birthplace: Windsor, Ontario, Canada
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 192 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Nicholas Platt and Sheila Maynard
• Siblings: Adam Platt, Nicholas Platt Jr.
• Spouse: Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell (m. 1992)
• Children: Lily Platt, George Platt, Claire Platt
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million to $8 million

Early Life and Education

Oliver James Platt was born on January 12, 1960, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, to Nicholas Platt, a U.S. diplomat, and Sheila Maynard, a clinical social worker.

Raised in a prominent family with roots in Washington, D.C., he grew up alongside his brothers, Adam and Nicholas Jr., moving frequently due to his father’s diplomatic postings in Asia and the U.S. His ethnicity is Caucasian, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Platt attended twelve different schools, including the American School in Japan, before graduating from Colorado Rocky Mountain School in Carbondale, Colorado. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Drama from Tufts University in 1983, where he befriended actor Ving Rhames, who inspired his stage name.

Career

Platt began his career in theater, performing off-Broadway before making his film debut in Married to the Mob (1988). He gained recognition with roles in Working Girl (1988), Flatliners (1990), and The Three Musketeers (1993).

His television breakthrough came as Oliver Babish in The West Wing (2001–2006), followed by roles in Huff (2004–2006), The Big C (2010–2013), and Fargo (2014).

Since 2015, he has starred as Dr. Daniel Charles in Chicago Med, appearing in over 200 episodes. Platt’s role as Uncle Jimmy in The Bear (2022–present) has further showcased his dramatic range. His film credits include Bulworth (1998), Bicentennial Man (1999), and Love & Other Drugs (2010).

Awards & Nominations

• Primetime Emmy Awards (2005): Nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor for Huff
• Primetime Emmy Awards (2008): Nominated for Outstanding Guest Actor for Nip/Tuck
• Screen Actors Guild Awards (2024): Nominated for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series for The Bear
• Golden Globe Awards (2010): Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for The Big C

Social Media

Oliver Platt does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Oliver Platt, 66, stands at 192 cm and has been married to Mary Camilla Bonsal Campbell since September 12, 1992. They have three children: Lily (born 1995), George (born 1997), and Claire (born 1999). The family resides in Manhattan, where Platt balances his career with family life.

A passionate advocate for mental health, he draws on his mother’s social work background for his role as a psychiatrist in Chicago Med. Platt enjoys cooking and maintains a close connection to his diplomatic and artistic family heritage.

Net Worth

Oliver Platt’s estimated net worth ranges from $5 million to $8 million, derived from his extensive acting career in film, television, and theater.

Filmography:

• Married to the Mob (1988) – Ed Benitez
• Working Girl (1988) – Lutz
• Flatliners (1990) – Randy Steckle
• The Three Musketeers (1993) – Porthos
• Bulworth (1998) – Dennis Murphy
• Bicentennial Man (1999) – Rupert Burns
• Love & Other Drugs (2010) – Bruce Winston

Selected Television:

• The West Wing (2001–2006) – Oliver Babish
• Huff (2004–2006) – Russell Tupper
• The Big C (2010–2013) – Paul Jamison
• Fargo (2014) – Stavros Milos
• Chicago Med (2015–present) – Dr. Daniel Charles
• The Bear (2022–present) – Jimmy “Cicero” Kalinowski