Tony Cavalero Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Height, The Righteous Gemstones

Anthony Cavalero, known professionally as Tony Cavalero, is an American actor and comedian celebrated for his high-energy comedic performances and improvisational skills.

He gained prominence for his role as Dewey Finn in Nickelodeon’s School of Rock (2016-2018), Keefe Chambers in HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones (2019-2025), and his portrayal of Ozzy Osbourne in the Netflix biopic The Dirt (2019).

Profile

• Full Name: Anthony Cavalero
• Stage Name: Tony Cavalero
• Born: 12, October 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Annandale, Virginia, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Comedian, Producer
• Height: 1.74m
• Parents: Nancy Cavalero, Michael Cavalero
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Annie Cavalero (m. 2015)
• Girlfriend: Emma Kenney (ex)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Anthony Cavalero was born on October 12, 1983, in Annandale, Virginia, to Nancy Cavalero and Michael Cavalero.

Details about his siblings are not publicly available.

He attended Poe Middle School and graduated from Annandale High School, where he excelled in varsity football, wrestling, and lacrosse, earning letters in all three sports.

He also graduated from the Virginia Military Institute with a bachelor’s degree in history.

After moving to Los Angeles in 2006, he studied theater at Cal State LA, discovering his passion for acting despite his military-focused education.

His ethnicity is Caucasian, and he has not publicly disclosed his religious beliefs.

Career

Tony Cavalero began his acting career in 2006 with small roles in short films and commercials, including spots for AT&T and Toyota, while working as a janitor to support himself.

He joined The Groundlings in 2010, progressing from classes to the Sunday Company and eventually becoming a main company member, where he honed his improv skills alongside comedians like Fortune Feimster in the group Robert Downey Jr Jr.

His early television work included guest roles on Hart of Dixie (2013-2014) and Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn (2015), as well as Nickelodeon projects like Splitting Adam (2015).

His breakout came in 2014 when he was cast as Dewey Finn in Nickelodeon’s School of Rock, replacing Jack Black from the 2003 film.

The series ran for three seasons from 2016 to 2018, showcasing his comedic energy and musical talents.

Cavalero’s career soared with his role as Ozzy Osbourne in Netflix’s The Dirt (2018), where his transformative performance captured the rock icon’s eccentricity, earning praise for its authenticity.

In 2019, he joined HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones as Keefe Chambers, an ex-Satanist with a quirky, heartfelt edge, a role he developed with his wife, Annie, and improvised extensively, including memorable physical comedy moments.

His work with Danny McBride and the Rough House crew became a career highlight, cementing his status in ensemble comedy.

Additional credits include roles in The Conners (2019), Rim of the World (2019), Cobra Kai (2024), and Big City Greens (2021-2025), showcasing his versatility across genres.

Cavalero remains a prominent figure in comedy, with recent roles in Resident Alien (2024-2025) and Creature Commandos (2024), alongside ongoing work as a producer and writer.

His improv background continues to inform his performances, particularly in The Righteous Gemstones, which concluded its fourth season in 2025.

As a Groundlings veteran, he mentors aspiring comedians and performs in live shows, maintaining his roots in physical comedy.

His ability to infuse characters with humor and vulnerability, combined with his athletic background, has made him a distinctive voice in modern television and film comedy.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @tonycavalero
• Twitter Handle: @TonyCavalero

Personal Life

Tony Cavalero married Annie Cavalero, an actress and writer, on August 1, 2015, after meeting at The Groundlings, where they performed together in the Sunday Company.

The couple has no children but shares a love for animals, owning three rescue dogs named Lucy, Tippi, and Maggie.

Previously, Cavalero was in a relationship with actress Emma Kenney.

Based in Los Angeles, he leads a vibrant lifestyle, often traveling with his wife and drawing on his athletic past to inform his physical comedy.

Filmography

• Hart of Dixie (2013-2014)
• Splitting Adam (2015)
• Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn (2015)
• School of Rock (2016-2018)
• Nickelodeon’s Ho-Ho Holiday Special (2016)
• Nickelodeon’s Sizzling Summer Camp Special (2017)
• When We First Met (2018)
• The Conners (2019)
• The Binge (2020)
• The Binge 2: It’s a Wonderful Binge (2022)
• Big City Greens (2021-2025)
• Cobra Kai (2024)
• Resident Alien (2024-2025)
• Creature Commandos (2024)

Net Worth

Anthony Cavalero has an estimated net worth of $2 million, primarily earned through his acting roles in television series like School of Rock and The Righteous Gemstones, as well as his performance in The Dirt.