Anthony Padilla Biography: Wife, Tattoo, Age, YouTube, Parents, Siblings, Movies, Height

Biography

Daniel Anthony Padilla (born September 16, 1987) is an American internet sensation, filmmaker, presenter, and actor. He rose to fame as the co-founder of the YouTube comedy group Smosh alongside Ian Hecox. 

Together, they crafted, directed, and starred in many beloved comedy sketches and videos. Their distinctive humor swiftly garnered a dedicated fanbase, propelling Smosh to become one of YouTube’s earliest and most renowned channels.

Anthony Padilla
Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Daniel Anthony Padilla
Stage Name:	Anthony Padilla
Born:	16 September 1987 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Sacramento County, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Del Campo High School, American River College
Height:	1.8 m
Parents:	Dan Padilla, Leezah Padilla
Siblings:	Antoinette Padilla, Brandon Worrel, Matthew Worrel
Spouse:	Kalel Cullen (en. 2013-2014)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Mykie (curr.), Miel Bredouw (2015-2019), Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram (2015)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actor • Media Personality
Net Worth:	$15 million (USD)

Early Life & Education 

Anthony Padilla, a versatile individual, was born on September 16, 1987, in Sacramento, California, and originally from Carmichael. 

At the tender age of two, his parents, Dan Padilla (father) and Leezah Padilla (mother) went their separate ways, leading him to be primarily raised by his mother. Alongside her, Anthony Padilla grew up alongside his two younger half-brothers, Brandon Worrel and Mathew Worrel, as well as his sister, Antoinette Padilla. 

After graduating from Del Campo High School, Anthony Padilla attended American River College for two years before ultimately departing due to the rapid success of Smosh.

Career

Anthony Padilla fondly recalls the origins of the name “Smosh” as a hilarious mix-up during a conversation about mosh pits with a friend. This amusing misunderstanding sparked the beginning of a remarkable partnership. Meeting Ian Hecox back in their sixth-grade science class, they immediately hit it off, bonding over their shared love for humor.

Their journey on YouTube began in 2005, marked by a series of collaborative videos filled with lip-syncing antics to the tunes of iconic franchises like Mortal Kombat and Power Rangers. However, their rendition of the “Pokémon Theme Music Video” truly put them on the map. Despite its initial success, copyright woes led them to shift their focus towards crafting short comedic skits, which quickly became their signature style.

Known affectionately as “YouTube’s Interview King,” Anthony Padilla has conducted insightful conversations with diverse personalities, from YouTube bigwigs to individuals with unique life stories. His interviews range from thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders to heart-to-heart talks with people from unconventional backgrounds.

In 2020, Padilla embarked on a new venture with Pressalike Productions to create engaging, unscripted content. Their flagship series, “I Spent a Day With…,” offers viewers an up-close-and-personal look into the lives of intriguing individuals, showcasing the depth and diversity of human experiences.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @anthonxpadilla
• YouTube handle: AnthonyPadilla
• Twitter handle: @smosh
• TikTok: Anthony Padilla (@anthonypadilla)
• Facebook: Anthony Padilla

Personal Life

Anthony Padilla‘s love life has seen its fair share of ups and downs, with the spotlight shining brightly on his romantic escapades within the YouTube world. You might recall his significant relationship with fellow YouTuber Kalel Cullen, which kicked off in 2010 and led to an engagement in 2013. Sadly, their storybook romance took a somber turn in December 2014, prompting Anthony to pause and do some soul-searching.

But love, as they say, always finds a way. Anthony Padilla soon found himself in the company of Mykie, signaling the start of a new chapter in his romantic journey. He’s also been linked with other notable personalities like Miel Bredouw from 2015 to 2019 and Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram from 2015. 

Filmography

• Smosh: The Movie (2015)
• The Angry Birds Movie (2016)
• The Angry Birds Movie 2 (2019)
• Ghostmates (2016)
• Smosh (2005-2017, 2023-present)
• Smosh Live (2016)
• I Spent a Day With… (2020-present)

Net Worth

Anthony Padilla, the charismatic YouTube sensation and comedian, boasts a net worth of $15 million, a testament to his success in the digital field.