Stephen Peacocke Biography: Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Spouse, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Awards, Movies

Stephen Peacocke, is an Australian actor, producer, and former rugby player best known for his performances in television dramas and feature films.

He rose to prominence for portraying Darryl “Brax” Braxton in the long-running soap opera Home and Away.

Peacocke has also earned recognition for starring in Wanted, Five Bedrooms, Whiskey Cavalier, The Newsreader, Me Before You, Hercules, and Palm Beach, making him one of Australia’s most recognizable television actors.

Stephen Peacocke
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Stephen Peacocke
Born:	October 30, 1981 (age 44 years old)
Place of Birth:	Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia
Nationality:	Australian
Ethnicity:	White Australian
Height:	6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Gareth Peacocke, Sylvia Peacocke
Siblings:	One
Spouse:	Bridgette Sneddon
Relationship:	Married
Occupation:	Actor, Producer, Former Rugby Player
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Stephen Peacocke was born on October 30, 1981, in Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia.

Gareth Peacocke and Sylvia Peacocke raised him before his family relocated to Bathurst, where he spent much of his childhood. His ethnicity is White Australian, and he practices Christianity.

He has one brother. Before pursuing acting, Peacocke was an accomplished rugby union player and later studied acting at the University of Newcastle, where he graduated with a degree in Communications while developing his passion for performance.

Career

Stephen Peacocke began his professional acting career with guest appearances in Australian television series, including All Saints, Packed to the Rafters, and Rescue: Special Ops.

His breakthrough came in 2011 when he joined Home and Away as Darryl “Brax” Braxton, a role that made him a household name in Australia and earned widespread acclaim.

After leaving the soap in 2015, he expanded his career internationally with roles in Hercules alongside Dwayne Johnson and the romantic drama Me Before You.

Stephen Peacocke later starred in the Australian drama Wanted, the American action-comedy Whiskey Cavalier, the hit comedy-drama Five Bedrooms, and The Newsreader.

He has also appeared in films such as Palm Beach, Take My Hand, and other television productions, establishing himself as a versatile performer across drama, action, romance, and comedy.

Awards and Nominations

• Logie Awards – Winner, Most Popular New Male Talent (Home and Away)
• Logie Awards – Winner, Most Popular Actor (Home and Away)
• ASTRA Awards – Nominated for Outstanding Performance
• Multiple television award nominations for his work in Australian drama.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @stephenpeacocke

Personal Life

Stephen Peacocke, 44, has been married to Australian actress Bridgette Sneddon since 2014.

The couple does not have any publicly confirmed children. Before becoming an actor, Peacocke played competitive rugby union and has maintained a strong interest in sport, fitness, travel, and outdoor activities.

Standing at 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm), he continues to balance his work in Australian and international film and television productions.

Net Worth

Stephen Peacocke has an estimated net worth of $5 million USD.

His income is generated from acting in television series and feature films, producing, endorsement deals, public appearances, royalties, and other entertainment-related ventures.

His long-running success in Home and Away, together with performances in Wanted, Five Bedrooms, Whiskey Cavalier, The Newsreader, Me Before You, and other productions, has contributed significantly to his financial success.

Filmography

• Take My Hand (2024)
• The Newsreader (2021–2025)
• Five Bedrooms (2019–2024)
• Whiskey Cavalier (2019)
• Palm Beach (2019)
• Wanted (2016–2018)
• Me Before You (2016)
• Hercules (2014)
• Home and Away (2011–2016)
• Rescue: Special Ops (2011)
• Packed to the Rafters (2010)
• All Saints (2007)

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