Peter Dante is a 52-year-old American actor best known for starring in movies with his friend Adam Sandler at Happy Madison Productions. Peter is also known for his role as Dante in the movie Granny's Boy. As of 2021, Peter Dante's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million.
Peter Dante was arrested on Wednesday, September 15, in Los Angeles on suspicion of threatening his neighbors. He was later booked into the Los Angeles County Jail but was quickly released after posting $50,000 bond.
Full Name | Peter Francis Dante |
Birth Date | December 16, 1968 |
Birth Place | West Hartford, Connecticut, U. S. |
Profession | Actor |
Wife | Cynthia Pett-Dante |
Net Worth | $10 million |
Early life
Peter Dante was born on December 16, 1968 in West Hartford, Connecticut, United States. He was born to his parents Joan and Anthony. Peter didn’t reveal enough details about his past life. As for his education, he graduated from Fork Union Military Academy, where he played football and lacrosse.
He attended Hofstra University for his graduation. He continued to play his favorite game, lacrosse, even while he was in college. In fact, Peter was an assistant coach for the Loyola Marymount University lacrosse team in the 2011 season. Since then, he has coached many club teams, including the Riptide lacrosse team.
Net worth and career of Peter Dante
Dante first appeared in 1995 on an episode of The Jeff Foxworthy Show. In the same year, he appeared on another show called The Larry Sanders Show. In 1998, he appeared as Dave’s boyfriend in the romantic comedy The Wedding Singer. He then went on to act in other films of different genres, such as “Waterboy”, “Big Daddy”, “Little Nicky”, “Mr. White”. Feats” and “Eight Crazy Nights”.
Peter received critical acclaim for his breakout performance in the 2006 comedy Granny’s Boy. He also wrote and produced the film. The film grossed $7 million at the box office, with DVD sales of over $30 million.
Throughout his career, he has mainly acted in films alongside his friend Adam Sandler. Apart from being a phenomenal actor, he is also a talented musician and singer. He was also part of the musical group Rad Omen. In 2011 he released his debut studio album Peace, Love and Freedom.
Peter Dante’s personal life
Peter Dante is married to Cynthia Pett Dante, a producer and manager. His wife Cynthia reportedly works as a manager for American actor Brad Pitt. Peter and his wife Cynthia have two sons named Jake and Lucas.
Peter recently got into a lot of trouble when he was arrested and booked into the Los Angeles County Jail for a felony. Loud noise from construction work at his neighbor’s house bothered him, the sources said. Peter is said to have threatened to kill his neighbor, his wife and children. He was later released on $50,000 bail and is expected to appear in court on January 12, 2022.
Peter Dante net worth
As of 2021, Peter Dante’s personal fortune is estimated to be around $10 million. Most of Peter’s fortune is made up of his wife, Cynthia PettDante. In 2016, Peter and Cynthia sold their Malibu home to actress Megan Fox for $3.2 million. Meghan then sued the couple for $5 million in damages after discovering serious problems in the house.