Peter Dante

Since 1994, I’ve been a multi-talented professional. Peter Dante is an actress, comedian, and musician from the United States. Dante, who is best known for his work with actor/producer Adam Sandler and in Happy Madison Productions films, has 29 acting credits in 2020.

The Connecticut native has received widespread praise for his acting prowess throughout his career. He has appeared in a number of box office hits, including The Wedding Singer (1998), The Waterboy (1998), 50 First Dates (2004), Just Go for It (2011), and Grown Ups 2 (2012). (2013).

What is the Net worth of Peter Dante?

Peter Dante, who is in his early 50s, has a net worth of $10 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

Without a doubt, the Connecticut native’s acting career contributed to his wealth. Thanks to his relationship with Adam Sandler and prominent appearances in a number of box-office hits, he has become a household name.

Take a look:

Films Budget Box-Office Collection
Grown Ups 2 (2013) $80 million $247 million
Jack and Jill (2011) $79 million $149.7 million
Just Go with It (2011) $48 million $215 million
I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007) $85 million $187.1 million
50 First Dates (2004) $75 million $196.3 million
Mr. Deeds (2002) $50 million $171.3 million
Big Daddy (1999) $34.2 million $234.8 million
The Waterboy (1998) $23 million $190 million
The Wedding Singer (1998) $18 million $123.3 million
Millionaire actor Peter Dante is also a singer-songwriter and musician.
CAPTION: Millionaire actor Peter Dante is also a singer-songwriter and musicianSOURCE: Instagram @el_presidante

He makes a good living as a musician and singer/songwriter in addition to acting. Dante, a member of the band Rad Omen, released his debut album Peace, Love, and Freedom in 2011. Dirty Road and My Purple Tree And Me are two of his most famous songs. In terms of his resume, the star from Grown Ups 2 keeps it low-key.

A Property Fraud Suit Has Been Filed

According to reports, Peter and his then-wife Cynthia saw a lawsuit filed by Megan Fox in May 2018 alleging that the couple’s Malibu home, which was sold to Fox, had serious problems, including a serious mold problem, and referred to it as a “money pit.” Megan had paid $3.2 million for the property in 2016 and was seeking $5 million in damages.

Cynthia later made headlines in October 2018, claiming that Fox’s complaint was a sham and filing papers asking the court to dismiss the case. She also mentioned that the Jennifer’s Body actress purchased the home after a three-month closing period and multiple inspections.

Age, Childhood, and Education:

Peter Francis Dante was born in West Hartford, Connecticut, on December 16, 1968. Anthony Dante is his father’s name, and Joan Dante is his mother’s. He is a citizen of the United States.

Dante played lacrosse for Hofstra University and later served as an assistant coach for the Loyola Marymount University lacrosse team during the 2011 season. He reportedly played football and lacrosse at Fork Union Military Academy during his post-graduate year (1987-1988).

The star, who stands 5 feet 11.5 inches (182 cm) tall, will be 51 years old in November 2020.

When did Peter Dante first start acting?

Dante made his on-screen debut in the sitcom The Jeff Foxworthy Show in 1995, followed by The Larry Sanders Show in 1996. (1995-96).

CAPTION: Peter Dante alongside Shaquille O'Neal in Grown Ups 2, a movie by Happy Madison ProductionsSOURCE: IMDB
CAPTION: Peter Dante alongside Shaquille O’Neal in Grown Ups 2, a movie by Happy Madison ProductionsSOURCE: IMDB

The Wedding Singer, starring Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, and Christine Taylor, gave the American actor his feature film debut and catapulted him into the spotlight. The film was a box office success, grossing $123.3 million over its $23 million budget. Since Peter is friends with Adam Sandler, he often appears in Sandler’s films; additionally, the films from Happy Madison Productions fit the bill.

After roles in The Waterboy (1998) and Big Daddy (1999), the American actor starred opposite Patricia Arquette in the Happy Maidson Production film Little Nicky in 2000. Since then, he has primarily worked on Adam Sandler’s productions, including:

Eight Nights of Madness (2002)
Mr. Deeds, starring Winona Ryder and Peter Gallagher, was released in 2002.
The First 50 Dates (2004)
Grandma’s Boy is a character in the film Grandma’s Boy (2006)
Kevin James and Jessica Biel star in I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007).
Strange Wilderness, starring Steve Zahn, Allen Covert, and Jonah Hill, was released in 2008.
Only go with the flow (2011)
Jill and Jack are a couple (2011)
2 (Adults) (2013)

Dante appeared on the big screen and in small TV roles from the late 1990s to the early 2010s. After mid-2010, however, his on-screen presence seems to have dwindled.

Update professional life

Peter Dante recently completed his project The Pizza Joint after working on the TV series Typical Rick (2017) and Sugar and Toys (2019).

According to IMDB, his comedy film Road to Wherever is currently in pre-production, starring Dian Bachar and Philip Ethridge.

In the upcoming drama Paper Bullets, he will play Ermie Lazlo (announced but further details are yet to be out).

Peter Dante first met Adam Sandler at a basketball game; Dante was still working as a production assistant on ‘The Larry Sanders Show’ at the time. Sandler reportedly heard a fellow New Englander accent and asked Dante to play a one-on-one basketball game with him after sharing a fan-celebrity chat. It marked the beginning of their relationship.

Relationship Status:

The specifics of their wedding or courtship, on the other hand, were never discussed. In addition, they have two children, Jake Dante and Lucas Dante.

A victim named Davidson sued Dante’s son Jake in 2015, claiming that Jake’s involvement resulted in a broken nose and a dislocated shoulder.

Peter and Cynthia are divorced at the moment. Pett-Dante, the actor’s then-wife, filed for divorce in Los Angeles County Superior Courts on April 4, 2010, according to UniCourt. Since his breakup, there has been no further word on Peter’s relationship; he is not officially dating or has any publicly disclosed girlfriend.

With over 155K and 19.1K followers on Instagram (@el presidante) and Twitter (@El PresiDante), the Waterboy actor is a frequent consumer.

Facts of Peter Dante:

 Date of Birth: 1968 , December-16
 Age: 52 years old
 Birth Nation: United States of America
 Height: 5 Feet 11 Inch
Name Peter Dante
Birth Name Peter Francis Dante
Father Anthony Dante
Mother Joan Dante
Nationality American
Birth Place/City West Hartford, Connecticut
Ethnicity White
Profession Actor, Comedian, Singer/Songwriter
Working For Road to Wherever (film, pre-production)
Net Worth $10 million
Eye Color Brown
Hair Color Light brown
Married Once
Married to Cynthia Pett-Dante (ex-wife)
Children 2
Education Hofstra University, Fork Union Military Academy
Online Presence Instagram, Twitter
Movies The Wedding Singer, Mr. Deeds, Little Nicky, 50 First Dates, Jack and Jill, I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry, Grown Ups 2
TV Show The Larry Sanders Show, Typical Rick, Sugar and Toys

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