Mark-Paul Gosselaar

Date of Birth: March 1, 1974

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Mark-Paul Gosselaar is an American actor best known for his role as Zack Morris in the television series “Saved by the Bell,” which aired from 1989 to 1993. Born in Panorama City, Los Angeles, California, Gosselaar began his career as a child actor, appearing in various commercials and TV shows. His breakout role came when he was cast as the charming and mischievous high school student Zack Morris, a character that became iconic in the 1990s. After “Saved by the Bell,” Gosselaar continued to work in television, starring in shows like “NYPD Blue,” “Franklin & Bash,” and “Pitch.” He has also appeared in movies and has continued to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Mark-Paul Gosselaar

1. Mark-Paul Gosselaar is of mixed heritage; his father is of Dutch-Jewish descent, and his mother is of Indonesian descent.

2. Before becoming famous for his role in “Saved by the Bell,” he appeared in commercials for Oreo cookies and Smurf merchandise.

3. Gosselaar is an avid motocross rider and has participated in various competitions.

4. He reprised his role as Zack Morris in the 2020 reboot of “Saved by the Bell.”

5. Gosselaar has a black belt in karate, showcasing his dedication to martial arts.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mark-Paul Gosselaar

1. “I don’t want to be known as someone who is famous for being famous.”

2. “I think if you create something and you get an audience for it, then the job is done.”

3. “The best thing about acting is that I get to lose myself in another character and actually get paid for it.”

4. “I’m a very competitive person, whether it’s on the track or in the gym.”

5. “I’ve always been very dedicated to whatever I do, whether it’s acting or personal hobbies.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Mark-Paul Gosselaar’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $9 million.

Children

Mark-Paul Gosselaar has four children. He has two children, Michael Charles (born in 2004) and Ava Lorenn (born in 2006), with his first wife, Lisa Ann Russell. With his second wife, Catriona McGinn, he has two more children, Dekker Edward (born in 2013) and Lachlyn Hope (born in 2015).