Matt LeBlanc

Date of Birth: July 25, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Matthew Steven LeBlanc, professionally known as Matt LeBlanc, was born in Newton, Massachusetts. He is an American actor, comedian, and television host, best known for his role as Joey Tribbiani on the NBC sitcom “Friends,” which aired from 1994 to 2004. His performance as Joey earned him widespread recognition and acclaim, leading to a spin-off series titled “Joey.” LeBlanc’s career began with television commercials, but he quickly moved on to television sitcoms and then to films. Beyond “Friends,” he starred in the BBC/Showtime series “Episodes,” where he played a fictionalized version of himself, earning him a Golden Globe Award. He also hosted the popular TV show “Top Gear” from 2016 to 2019. Despite his fame, LeBlanc has managed to lead a relatively private personal life.

5 Interesting Facts about Matt LeBlanc

1. Matt LeBlanc has a background in carpentry and was enrolled in a carpentry class before pursuing acting.

2. He almost quit acting just before landing his role on “Friends”; he was reportedly down to his last $11.

3. LeBlanc was the last primary cast member to be cast on “Friends.”

4. He has a passion for motorcycle racing and owns several motorcycles.

5. LeBlanc turned down a role in the movie “Modern Family” to focus on other projects.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt LeBlanc

1. “I am not someone who likes to be in the whole Hollywood blitz, you know?”

2. “I think it’s great that the public has been so supportive of Friends and even the spin-off.”

3. “I really try to live my life in a way that doesn’t make me look back and regret.”

4. “Sometimes living in a bubble can be a great thing; it protects you from the outside world.”

5. “It’s a blessing and a curse being Joey Tribbiani.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Matt LeBlanc is estimated to be around $80 million.

Children

Matt LeBlanc has one daughter, Marina Pearl LeBlanc, born in 2004. Marina was diagnosed with a rare brain disorder as a baby, but she has since outgrown many of the symptoms.