Christopher Meloni Biography-Wiki
Christopher Meloni is an American actor. He is well recognized for his television roles as NYPD Detective Elliot Stabler on the NBC legal drama Law & Order and Keller on the HBO prison drama Oz. Meloni played the role main of vampire Roman on the cast of True Blood for the series’ fifth season.
From 2017 to 2019, Meloni was cast in and the executive produced the Syfy series Happy. His film credits include Man of Steel, Wet Hot American Summer, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, 12 Monkeys, Runaway Bride, 42, and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Christopher Meloni Age
Speaking of his age, Meloni was born on April 2, 1961, in Washington, D.C., U.S. He was born as Christopher Peter Meloni. Meloni is 59 years old as of 2020.
Christopher Meloni Height and Weight
The famous actor stands tall at a height of 6 feet 0 inches (1.83m). He weighs 85 kg or 187 lbs.
Christopher Meloni Education
When it comes to his academics, Meloni attended St. Stephen’s School which is currently known as St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Virginia. He played quarterback on the football team. He pursued acting at the University of Colorado at Boulder and graduated with a degree in history in 1983.
After graduation, Meloni moved to New York where he continued his studies with Sanford Meisner at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre as well as the Center for the Media Arts.
Christopher Meloni Family
Meloni’s mother was Cecile née Chagnon who was born in 1926 and died in 2016. She was a homemaker. His father Charles Robert Meloni was an endocrinologist born in 1927 and died in 2012.
His maternal ancestry is French Canadian and his paternal ancestry is Sardinian (from Italy). He is the youngest of three children. Meloni has a brother and sister whose names have not been disclosed.
Christopher Meloni Wife
Moving on to his love life, Meloni is married to Doris Sherman Meloni (née Williams). The happy couple has been married since July 1, 1995. Doris is a production designer.
Christopher Meloni Kids
Meloni and his wife are proud parents of two children. A daughter named Sophia Eva Pietra Meloni born March 23, 2001, and son Dante Amadeo Meloni born January 2, 2004.
Christopher Meloni New Show
Our source confirmed that Meloni will return as Elliot Stabler in a new NBC series spin-off from “Law & Order” mastermind Dick Wolf. Further, the new SVU spinoff that will air on NBC. The show will follow Stabler as he heads up the organized crime division of the NYPD.
Christopher Meloni Facts and Body Measurements
- Full Name: Christopher Peter Meloni
- Age/ How Old?: 59 years old as of 2020.
- Date of Birth: April 2, 1961
- Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., U.S.
- Education: St. Stephen’s School/University of Colorado/Neighborhood Playhouse School/Center for the Media Arts
- Birthday: April 2
- Nationality: American
- Father’s Name: Charles Robert Meloni
- Mother’s Name: Cecile née Chagnon
- Siblings: A brother and sister
- Marital Status: Doris Sherman Meloni (née Williams)
- Children/ Kids: A daughter named Sophia Eva Pietra Meloni/Son Dante Amadeo Meloni
- Height/ How tall?: 6 feet 0 inches (1.83m)
- Weight: 85 kg or 187 lbs
- Profession: Actor
- Net worth: $30 million
Christopher Meloni Actor
Prior to his successful career, Meloni worked as a construction worker. He has also worked as a bouncer, bartender, and personal trainer. His debut role was as the hotheaded son of a Mafia don in the 1996 thriller Bound. in the early 1990s, he was cast as Robbie Sinclair’s friend Spike in Dinosaurs.
He also portrayed criminal Jimmy Liery in eight episodes of NYPD Blue during 1996-1997 and the fiancé of Julia Roberts’s character in the 1999 romantic comedy Runaway Bride.
Christopher Meloni Net Worth and Salary
Despite his obvious riches, Meloni prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. However, he has not shared with the media the actual figure of his salary. As of 2020, Meloni has an estimated net worth of $30 million. He has acquired his wealth through his successful career as an actor.
Christopher Meloni On Law And Order Svu
Between1998 to 2003, Meloni was cast on the role of bisexual criminal Chris Keller on the HBO series Oz. In 1999, Law & Order producer Dick Wolf signed Meloni to play Elliot Stabler on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
Meloni played both roles on Oz and Law & Order: SVU concurrently until Oz went off the air in 2003. In 2006, Meloni earned an Emmy nomination, in the category of Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, for his role as Elliot Stabler.
In May 2011, Meloni announced that he would not be returning to SVU in fall 2011 for its 13th season after the failure of negotiations over a new contract. Later, on March 31, 2020, Meloni stated that he would reprise the role, Stabler, in the untitled SVU spin-off which was picked up by NBC.
Christopher Meloni Mariska Hargitay
Meloni was the male lead along with Hargitay for SVU‘s first 12 seasons, with their characters both partners and best friends. Mariska Hargitay former Law & Order: SVU co-star is also the godmother to his daughter.
Christopher Meloni Elias Koteas
Meloni and Elias Koteas resemble each other. Elias Koteas portrayed Alvin Olinsky on the first five seasons of Chicago P.D. The Dick Wolf produced dramas of Chicago P.D. and SVU have had a couple of crossover events in the past six years, but by that time Meloni had already left SVU.
The opportunity to get the two actors together in a scene was missed. Fans seem to think this missed opportunity could be easily rectified by placing Meloni and Koteas in a show together.
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Christopher Meloni On True Blood
He was cast on the fifth season of HBO’s True Blood as Roman, a powerful, 500-year-old vampire who sits at the head of the table of the Vampire Authority. Roman’s main mission is to get his blood-drinking brethren to cohabitate peacefully with humans.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christopher Meloni
Who is Christopher Meloni?
Christopher is an American actor. He is well recognized for his television roles as NYPD Detective Elliot Stabler on the NBC legal drama Law & Order
How old is Christopher Meloni?
Meloni was born on April 2, 1961, in Washington, D.C., U.S. Meloni is 59 years old as of 2020.
How tall is Christopher Meloni?
The famous actor stands tall at a height of 6 feet 0 inches (1.83m). He weighs 85 kg or 187 lbs.
Is Christopher Meloni Married?
Meloni is married to Doris Sherman Meloni (née Williams). The happy couple has been married since July 1, 1995. Doris is a production designer.
How much is Christopher Meloni worth?
Meloni prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. However, he has not shared with the media the actual figure of his salary. As of 2020, Meloni has an estimated net worth of $30 million.
Where does Meloni live?
He is a resident of Los Angeles in a homemade famous on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.
Is Meloni dead or alive?
Meloni is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Why Did Christopher Meloni Retire?
Meloni is still an active participant in the creative entertainment industry, he is a cast member of the new SVU spinoff that will air on NBC. Meloni will return as Elliot Stabler in a new NBC series spin-off from “Law & Order” mastermind Dick Wolf. The show will reportedly follow Stabler as he heads up the organized crime division of the NYPD.
How Did Christopher Meloni Die?
He did not die. Although in Law and Order Meloni left the show after his contract negotiations failed.