Date of Birth: October 1, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Biography
Matthew Quincy Daddario is an American actor, best known for his role as Alec Lightwood on the Freeform television series “Shadowhunters” (2016–2019). Born in New York City to Christina Daddario, a lawyer, and Richard Daddario, a prosecutor and former head of the NYPD Counterterrorism Unit, Matthew grew up in a family with a rich background in the arts and law. He developed an interest in acting during his college years at Indiana University Bloomington, where he studied business but participated in college theatre. Matthew’s acting career began in 2012 with a role in the film “The Debut.” He quickly gained recognition with his performance in “Delivery Man” (2013) and “When the Game Stands Tall” (2014). However, it was his portrayal of the character Alec Lightwood in “Shadowhunters” that brought him widespread fame and a loyal fanbase. He has since appeared in various films and TV shows, including “Cabin Fever” (2016) and “Trust” (2021). Matthew is known not only for his acting skills but also for his charismatic presence and dedication to his craft. He is married to Esther Kim, and the couple often shares glimpses of their life together on social media. They welcomed their first child in September 2020.
5 Interesting Facts about Matthew Daddario
1. Matthew Daddario is of Italian, Irish, Hungarian, and English descent.
2. He is the younger brother of actress Alexandra Daddario.
3. He initially pursued a career in business before switching to acting.
4. Matthew is an avid animal lover and has a pet dog named Thor.
5. He married travel blogger Esther Kim in December 2017.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matthew Daddario
1. “I think the most important thing in acting is to be true to the character and to yourself.”
2. “Every role you take on is a chance to learn something new, about the world and about yourself.”
3. “Shadowhunters was an incredible journey, and I am grateful for the fan support we received.”
4. “Acting allows you to explore different realities, and that’s a beautiful thing.”
5. “Family is everything to me, and I consider my fans an extended part of that family.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Matthew Daddario’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Matthew Daddario and Esther Kim have one child, born in September 2020.
Relevant Links
1. [Matthew Daddario – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4556793/
2. [Matthew Daddario – Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/matthewdaddario/
3. [Shadowhunters Official Site](https://freeform.go.com/shows/shadowhunters
4. [Matthew Daddario – Twitter](https://twitter.com/matthewdaddario
5. [Matthew Daddario – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Daddario
