Date of Birth: November 1, 1986
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Penn Dayton Badgley is an American actor and musician, best known for his roles in the television series “Gossip Girl” and “You.” Born on November 1, 1986, in Baltimore, Maryland, Badgley began his acting career in the late 1990s. He moved frequently with his family and spent his early years in Woodlake, Virginia, and Seattle, Washington. His mother encouraged his interest in acting, which led him to attend Charles Wright Academy and later the Santa Monica College and University of Southern California. Badgley gained prominence with his portrayal of Dan Humphrey in the CW series “Gossip Girl” (2007-2012), a role that catapulted him to fame. Following this, he took on more diverse roles in film and TV, including a critically acclaimed performance in the thriller series “You” (2018-present), where he plays Joe Goldberg, a charming yet deeply disturbed character. Apart from acting, Badgley is also the lead singer of the indie band MOTHXR. The band released their debut album “Centerfold” in 2016. Badgley’s versatile talent and dedication to his craft have made him a notable figure in the entertainment industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Penn Badgley
1. Penn Badgley was once a child voice actor for the video game “Mario Golf 64.”
2. He is a member of the indie band MOTHXR, which he helped form in 2013.
3. Badgley married singer Domino Kirke in 2017, who is also the sister of actresses Jemima and Lola Kirke.
4. He is an advocate for various social and political causes, including environmental protection and LGBTQ+ rights.
5. Badgley has stated that he finds it challenging to play his character Joe Goldberg in “You” due to the dark nature of the role.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Penn Badgley
1. “I think any actor worth their salt wants to show as much versatility as they possibly can.”
2. “You can’t buy love, but you can pay heavily for it.”
3. “I try to be very selective in my choice of films and TV shows.”
4. “The greatest way to learn is to listen. Observe. Learn.”
5. “I hope my work is a reflection of the best parts of me.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Highest net worth achieved: Approximately $8 million
Children
Penn Badgley has one child, a son named James born in August 2020, with his wife Domino Kirke.
Relevant Links
1. [Penn Badgley’s IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0046112/
2. [Penn Badgley’s Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penn_Badgley
3. [MOTHXR Band](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MOTHXR
5. [Penn Badgley’s Social Media](https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/
