Sara Paxton Biography: Husband, Age, Net Worth, Movies, TV Shows, Parents, Height, Albums

Sara Paxton is an American actress and singer who gained prominence in the early 2000s with her roles in teen-oriented films and television series. She is best known for her performances in “Aquamarine,” “Return to Halloweentown,” and the horror remake “The Last House on the Left.”

Paxton has showcased her versatility across various genres, from family-friendly comedies to psychological thrillers, establishing herself as a dynamic presence in Hollywood.

Profile

• Full Name: Sara Paxton
• Stage Name: Sara Paxton
• Born: April 25, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Singer
• Height: 1.66 m
• Parents: Lucia Paxton and Steve Paxton
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Zach Cregger (m. 2019)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Sara Paxton was born on April 25, 1988, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, to Lucia (née Menchaca) and Steve Paxton, both of whom are dentists. She is their only child.

Her mother is of Mexican Jewish descent, and her father, originally of English and Scottish heritage, converted to Judaism upon marriage. Paxton was raised in the San Fernando Valley and graduated from El Camino Real High School in June 2006.

Although she was accepted into several colleges, she chose to focus on her acting career instead.

Career

Sara Paxton began her acting career at a young age, appearing in television commercials and minor roles. Her first film appearance was in Jim Carrey’s “Liar Liar” (1997).

She gained early recognition with roles in TV series such as “Greetings from Tucson” and “Summerland.” In 2004, she starred in the teen comedy “Sleepover,” which, despite mixed reviews, helped establish her in the teen film genre.

Paxton’s breakout role came with the Discovery Kids series “Darcy’s Wild Life” (2004–2006), where she played the lead character, Darcy Fields. Her performance earned her an Emmy nomination in 2006.

She continued to build her filmography with roles in “Aquamarine” (2006), “Return to Halloweentown” (2006), and “Sydney White” (2007).

In the following years, Paxton took on more diverse roles, including the horror film “The Last House on the Left” (2009), the thriller “The Innkeepers” (2011), and the musical “Lovestruck: The Musical” (2013).

She also appeared in the revival of “Twin Peaks” (2017) and had a supporting role in “The Front Runner” (2018). Most recently, she starred in the second season of Peacock’s dark comedy series “Based on a True Story,” portraying the character Paige.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @sara_paxton
• Facebook Handle: Sara Paxton
• Twitter Handle: @Sara_Paxton

Personal Life

Sara Paxton married actor and director Zach Cregger on October 27, 2019. The couple maintains a relatively private life, occasionally sharing glimpses of their relationship on social media.

They do not have any children.

Filmography

• “Liar Liar” (1997)
• “Sleepover” (2004)
• “Darcy’s Wild Life” (2004–2006)
• “Aquamarine” (2006)
• “Return to Halloweentown” (2006)
• “Sydney White” (2007)
• “The Last House on the Left” (2009)
• “The Innkeepers” (2011)
• “Lovestruck: The Musical” (2013)
• “Twin Peaks” (2017)
• “The Front Runner” (2018)
• “Based on a True Story” (2024)

Discography

Album

• The Ups and Downs (2007)

Singles

• “Here We Go Again” (2005)
• “Kiss Me Like You Mean It” (2005)
• “Temporary” (2005)
• “I Miss U” (2005)
• “Electrified” (2005)
• “What You Have To Lose” (2005)
• “Love Song” (2005)

Net Worth

Sara Paxton’s estimated net worth is $3 million USD. Her earnings primarily stem from her extensive work in film and television, as well as her ventures in music and endorsements.