Joe Manganiello

Date of Birth: December 28, 1976

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

Joe Manganiello is an American actor, producer, director, and author, best known for his role as Alcide Herveaux on the HBO series “True Blood.” Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Manganiello developed an early interest in acting and attended Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama. After graduating, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career. Manganiello’s breakout role came with his portrayal of Flash Thompson in Sam Raimi’s “Spider-Man” trilogy. However, it was his role in “True Blood” that catapulted him to stardom, earning him critical acclaim and a large fan base. Besides his television work, Manganiello has appeared in films such as “Magic Mike,” “Magic Mike XXL,” and “Sabotage.” In addition to acting, Manganiello is an accomplished author, having written the fitness book “Evolution.” He is also a passionate advocate for various charitable causes and is known for his philanthropic efforts. Manganiello is married to actress Sofia Vergara, and the couple is often seen as one of Hollywood’s most glamorous pairs.

5 Interesting Facts about Joe Manganiello

1. Joe Manganiello was a standout athlete in high school, playing football, basketball, and volleyball.

2. He has a tattoo of a wolf on his left bicep, a nod to his character Alcide Herveaux in “True Blood.”

3. Manganiello has been a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and even narrated the team’s 2015 season highlight video.

4. He is a skilled Dungeons & Dragons player and has been featured in various D&D-related media.

5. Joe Manganiello has directed and produced several short films and documentaries.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joe Manganiello

1. “I love playing characters that are larger than life and maybe a little outside of the box.”

2. “Fitness is not about being better than someone else… It’s about being better than you used to be.”

3. “I’m a big fan of the underdog. I’m a big fan of the human spirit and the will to overcome.”

4. “I think the best thing you can do is to stay positive and take on challenges as they come.”

5. “Acting is something I’ve always wanted to do, and I never doubted that I would achieve it.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Joe Manganiello’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

As of now, Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara do not have any children together. Sofia Vergara has a son, Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, from a previous relationship.