Tom Ohmer Biography: Age, Wife, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Thomas Nikola "Tom” Ohmer also known as Tom Ohmer is an American actor, producer, stunt performer, and veteran recognized for his authoritative supporting roles across television dramas, procedurals, and feature films.

With a background in law enforcement and military service, he brings authenticity to characters ranging from police officers and judges to hitmen and family men.

Tom Ohmer
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Thomas Nikola Ohmer
Stage Name:	Tom Ohmer
Born:	May 25, 1956 (age 70 years old)
Place of Birth:	Birmingham, Michigan, USA
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	American
Height:	188 cm
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Donald Ohmer and Sofka Ohmer
Siblings:	Four
Spouse:	Marsha Dunfee (née Ohmer)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Three
Occupation:	Actor, Producer, Stunt Performer
Net Worth:	$4 million USD

Early Life and Education

Thomas Nikola Ohmer was born on May 25, 1956, in Birmingham, Michigan, USA. He was one of five children born to Donald Ohmer and Sofka Ohmer, with his mother being a Bulgaria-born Austrian citizen who instilled strong appreciation for American values.

His ethnicity is American. His religion is Christianity. The family moved to Carmel, Indiana, where he grew up. He attended Indiana University and began acting with a role as a fraternity jock in the Oscar-winning film Breaking Away (1979), filmed on campus. He pursued modeling and commercials in Chicago before heading to Los Angeles.

Career

Tom Ohmer started his professional acting journey in the late 1970s and landed early TV roles such as Joan Collins‘ chauffeur on Dynasty. He appeared in classics like The Love Boat, Murder, She Wrote, Cheers, and a recurring part on Days of Our Lives.

Balancing acting with stability for his family, he served in the US Army as a Spec-4 and later became a police officer with the LAPD and Simi Valley Police Department, rising to motorcycle officer.

This real-world experience informed his portrayals, including Sgt. Lyman on Monk, a brutal hitman on Criminal Minds, a rocket scientist on NCIS: Los Angeles, and roles on Grey’s Anatomy, Leverage, Red Band Society, and Moonlight. Recent credits include Nefarious, Sarah’s Oil, and The Bill Collector.

He also works as a producer, technical advisor on Corrupt Crimes, and veterans advocate. His multifaceted background in law enforcement, military service, and performance has made him a versatile character actor with enduring appeal.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tomohmer

Personal Life

Tom Ohmer, 70 years old, reunited with and married his college sweetheart Marsha Dunfee in early 2006. The couple shares a blended family of three children — two sons and one daughter — whom they raised in Thousand Oaks, California.

They actively participate in community church events and celebrity charity work supporting veterans. No other past relationships are prominently documented. He enjoys family time, golf, movies, and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He stands at 188 cm.

Net Worth

Tom Ohmer‘s net worth is estimated at $4 million USD. Income sources include decades of acting and producing work in television and film, stunt performances, technical advising, and related entertainment industry ventures supplemented by his public service background.

Filmography

• Nefarious (2023)
• Sarah’s Oil (2025)
• The Bill Collector
• Breaking Away (1979)
• Criminal Minds (recurring as Bosola)
• Monk (recurring as Sgt. Lyman)
• NCIS: Los Angeles
• Grey’s Anatomy
• Red Band Society