Peri Gilpin is a well-known American actress, voice artist, and film producer who has appeared in several television shows and films.
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Wiki, Bio, Family, Siblings, Childhood & Education
Peri Gilpin was born as Peri Kay Oldham to James Franklin Oldham and Sandra Jo Hauck. She was born in Waco, Texas, but raised in Dallas. Peri has mixed ancestry with English, Croatian, Irish, and German ancestors.
She was raised in Dallas by her mother following her parents’ divorce. Peri was eight years old at the time. Later, her mother married Allen W Gilpin. Her biological father died in a skydiving accident on September 25, 1983.
Peri graduated from Dallas Skyline High School and the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in acting. She later enrolled at the British American Drama Academy in London. Patti Jo Wynne is Peri’s only sibling. In the year 2017, her half-sister ‘April Gilpin’ died. She was also a model. Marc Gilpin, Peri’s half-brother, is an actor.
Peri Gilpin’s Age, Height, Weight, and Body Dimensions
Peri Gilpin was born on May 27, 1961, and will be 61 years old on July 21, 2022. Her height is 5 feet 7 inches, and her weight is 65 kilograms.
Peri Gilpin’s Profession & Career
Gilpin made her television debut in the crime thriller series ’21 Jump Street’ in 1988. She also appeared on the show ‘Almost Grown.’ After two years, she appeared as Leslie Matthews in the serial ‘Matlock’.
Peri appeared in several television shows after relocating to Los Angeles, including ‘Wings,’ ‘Cheers,’ and ‘Designing Women.’ She appeared in the TV series ‘Flesh ‘N’ Blood’ in 1991.
Peri rose to prominence as ‘Roz Doyle in the American television series ‘Frasier’ and in the ABC television drama ‘Make It or Break It.’ She made her television debut in the eleventh season of ‘Cheers’ in April 1993.
‘Uncommon Sense’ (2005), ‘For the Love of a Child’ (2006), ‘Women of a Certain Age’ (2006), ‘The Choking Game (2014), ‘A Dash of Love’ (2017), and ‘Crossroads: A Story of Forgiveness (2007).
Between 1993 and 2004, Peri received Emmy nominations for her comic television series ‘Frasier.’ She also won a Gracie Award for her comic series ‘Make it or Break it,’ which depicted the lives of teen gymnasts from 2009 to 2011.
Achievements and Awards
Peri Gilpin is a successful American actress, film producer, and voice artist who has earned a respectable place in society through hard work and determination. She won an Emmy for her performance in the comedy television series ‘Frasier’ between 1993 and 2004.
Gilpin received a “Screen Actors Guild Award” in 1999 for Outstanding Ensemble Performance in a Comedy Series. Gilpin won a Gracie Award in 2009 for “Outstanding Female Actor in a Supporting Role in a Drama Series “Make It or Break It.”
Peri also received a Gracie Award for her role in the comic series ‘Make it or Break it (2009-2011), depicting three teen gymnasts’ lives.
She has also made significant contributions to her acting projects, where she works to raise cancer awareness and funds for cancer research.
Peri Gilpin’s Husband, Marriage & Relationship
In terms of her personal life, Peri married Christian Vincent, a realist painter, on July 31, 1999. Ava Pearl and Stella Mae are the couple’s twins. On May 7, 2004, they were born via surrogacy. Peri Gilpin currently resides in Los Angeles with her family.
Peri became an active contributor to raising awareness about a specific type of cancer that affects women after her mother died of Leiomyosarcoma in 1997. Every year, she also organizes the Les Girls cabaret fundraiser campaign to benefit cancer research. Peri is also an honorary member of the Sarcoma Foundation of America’s Board of Directors.
Peri Gilpin’s Salary and Net Worth
Her net worth as of July 2022 is $18 million. As a well-known voiceover performer and actress in the United States, she has appeared in several critically acclaimed films and television shows. She is famous for her roles in Matlock, 21 Jump Street, Medium, Law and Order: Criminal Intent, Desperate Housewives, Grey’s Anatomy, Hot in Cleveland, Flesh ‘n Blood, Wings, Cheers, and Designing Women, among others. Her performance in the Frasier blockbuster in 1992 earned her widespread recognition. She was involved with the serial until 2004 when it was canceled.
Quick Facts
Celebrated Name | Peri Gilpin |
Real Name | Peri Kay Oldham |
Gender | Female |
Age | 61 years old |
Birth Date | May 27, 1961 |
Birth Place | Waco, Texas, United States |
Nationality | American |
Height | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
Weight | 65 kg |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Marital Status | Married |
Husband | Christian Vincent (M. 1999) |
Children | Yes (Ava Oldham Vincent, Stella May Oldham Vincent) |
Dating | N/A/Yes (name) |
Profession | American Actress |
Salary | NA |
Net Worth | $18 million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | N/A |