Date of Birth: June 2, 1977
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Zachary Quinto is an acclaimed American actor and producer, best known for his roles in television series like “Heroes” and the rebooted “Star Trek” film series. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Quinto pursued his passion for acting from a young age, eventually graduating from the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama in 1999. His early career saw him taking on various television roles, but his breakthrough came with his portrayal of the villainous Sylar in the NBC series “Heroes” (2006-2010). Quinto’s career reached new heights when he was cast as Spock in J.J. Abrams’ reboot of the “Star Trek” franchise, starting with the 2009 film. His portrayal was widely praised and he reprised the role in subsequent sequels: “Star Trek Into Darkness” (2013) and “Star Trek Beyond” (2016). Apart from his work in television and film, Quinto has also made significant contributions to theater, with notable performances in plays such as “Angels in America” and “The Boys in the Band.” In addition to his acting career, Quinto is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He publicly came out as gay in 2011, a decision he described as a response to the suicide of a young gay teenager. Since then, he has been an active voice in the community, using his platform to promote equality and acceptance.
5 Interesting Facts about Zachary Quinto
1. Zachary Quinto is of Italian and Irish descent.
2. He has a production company named Before the Door Pictures, which has produced several films and graphic novels.
3. Quinto won a Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Movie/Miniseries for his role in “American Horror Story: Asylum.”
4. He has voiced characters in popular video games, including “Star Trek” and “LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”
5. Quinto is a practicing Buddhist and has spoken publicly about how his practice has influenced his life and career.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Zachary Quinto
1. “I’m incredibly proud to be part of a legacy like ‘Star Trek’ and to carry on that tradition.”
2. “The more we embrace who we are, the more power we have.”
3. “Art is the ability to tell a story that resonates on every level.”
4. “I think there’s a lot of strength in vulnerability.”
5. “Pursue your passion, and the rest will follow.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Zachary Quinto’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $14 million.
Children
As of now, Zachary Quinto does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Zachary Quinto IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0704270/
2. [Zachary Quinto Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zachary_Quinto
3. [Zachary Quinto Twitter](https://twitter.com/ZacharyQuinto
4. [Zachary Quinto Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zacharyquinto/
5. [Zachary Quinto on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/zachary_quinto
