Date of Birth: January 3, 1975
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Danica McKellar is an American actress, mathematics writer, and education advocate. She was born on January 3, 1975, in La Jolla, California, USA. McKellar gained fame for her role as Winnie Cooper in the iconic television series “The Wonder Years,” which aired from 1988 to 1993. Following her success on the show, she continued to work in television and film, appearing in various roles across genres. In addition to her acting career, McKellar is renowned for her contributions to mathematics education. She graduated summa cum laude from UCLA with a degree in mathematics and has authored several best-selling books aimed at making math accessible and fun for young students, particularly girls. Her books include “Math Doesn’t Suck,” “Kiss My Math,” and “Girls Get Curves: Geometry Takes Shape.” McKellar is also a vocal advocate for education and frequently speaks at conferences and events to encourage young people to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. Her work has earned her numerous accolades and respect both within and outside the entertainment industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Danica McKellar
1. Danica McKellar graduated summa cum laude from UCLA with a degree in mathematics.
2. She co-authored a mathematical physics theorem called the Chayes-McKellar-Winn theorem.
3. McKellar has appeared in several Hallmark Channel movies, becoming a staple of their holiday programming.
4. She was a contestant on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2014, finishing in sixth place.
5. McKellar has voiced characters in animated series such as “Young Justice” and “Transformers: Rescue Bots.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Danica McKellar
1. “Math is the only place where truth and beauty mean the same thing.”
2. “I want kids to know that it’s okay to be a nerd because it means you’re passionate about something!”
3. “Girls are capable of doing everything men are capable of doing. Sometimes they have more imagination than men.”
4. “I tell students that when you have a passion for something, you find a way to make it work.”
5. “Math doesn’t have to be hard and boring. It can be fun and exciting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Danica McKellar’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $6 million.
Children
Danica McKellar has one child, a son named Draco Verta, born on September 7, 2010, with her ex-husband Mike Verta.
Relevant Links
1. [Danica McKellar on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005211/
2. [Danica McKellar’s Official Website](https://danicamckellar.com/
3. [Danica McKellar’s Mathematics Books](https://danicamckellar.com/math-books/
4. [Danica McKellar on Twitter](https://twitter.com/danicamckellar
5. [Danica McKellar’s TED Talk](https://www.ted.com/speakers/danica_mckellar
