Matthew Modine biography, age, net worth, spouse, family, and offspring.
Matthew Modine, whose full name is Matthew Avery Modine, is a performer, advocate, and filmmaker hailing from the United States.
Biography & Profile Summary
Born on March 22, 1959, Matthew Modine is 64 years old as of 2023. He was raised in a middle-income household in Loma Linda, California, United States. He possesses American citizenship and follows the Mormon faith. Eventually, the family relocated to Imperial Beach, California, US. He completed his education at Mar Vista High School in 1977.
Matthew Modine continued his academic pursuits at Serge Dedina University, Imperial Beach, California, US. From his early childhood, he was more inclined towards extracurricular pursuits rather than academics.
| Name | Matthew Modine |
| Full Name | Matthew Avery Modine |
| Net Worth | $10 Million |
| Date of Birth | March 22, 1959 |
| Age | 64 Years Old |
| Birth Place | Loma Linda, California, United States |
| Currently Resides In | Loma Linda |
| Profession | Actor, Advocate, and Filmmaker |
| Debut | TV Series: ABC Afterschool Special (1982) Music Video: Crazy for You (1985) Film: Baby It’s You (1983) |
| Years Active | 1982 – Present |
| Famous Role | Private/Sergeant J.T. “Joker” Davis in the Film Full Metal Jacket (1987) |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Mormon |
| Ethnicity | English, Swedish, Scottish, German, Dutch, and Danish Descent |
| Hometown | Loma Linda, California |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| School/High School | Mar Vista High School, Imperial Beach, California, United States |
| College/University | Serge Dedina University, Imperial Beach, California, United States |
Matthew Modine Family, Spouse & Relationships
Matthew Modine’s parents are Mark Alexander and Dolores Modine. His father, Mark Alexander Modine, managed drive-in cinemas, while his mother, Dolores Modine, served as a bookkeeper.
He is also the eldest of six siblings. His three brothers, Mark Modine, Russell Modine, and Michael Modine, are all entertainers, while his brother Maury Modine is a politician. His two sisters, Elizabeth Modine and Marcia Modine, both share careers in acting.
Matthew Modine’s marital status is that he is wed. He married Caridad Rivera in 1980, who is also an actress. At that time, she worked as a makeup and wardrobe stylist originally from Puerto Rico with Spanish and African heritage.
They are blessed with two children. His son, Boman Mark Rivera Modine, serves as an assistant director for films, and his daughter, Ruby Modine, is an actress, ballet dancer, and singer.
Prior to Caridad, he was in relationships with Jenny McShane, Brenda Schad, and Agni Scott.
| Father Name | Mark Alexander Modine |
| Mother Name | Dolores Modine |
| Brother Name | Mark Modine Russell Modine Michael Modine Maury Modine |
| Sister Name | Elizabeth Modine Marcia Modine |
| Girlfriend | Caridad Rivera Jenny McShane (Ex) Brenda Schad (Ex) Agni Scott (Ex) |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife Name | Caridad Rivera |
| Children | Boman Mark Rivera Modine (Son) Ruby Modine (Daughter) |
Matthew Modine Height & Weight
Matthew Modine is a surprisingly youthful and attractive actor in the American music scene and Hollywood. He is recognized for his charming good looks and striking personality. Modine has an endearing smile and a stylish haircut which are greatly appreciated by his fans.
Modine has an impressive physique with his biceps measuring 15 inches. He stands at 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs approximately 80 kg. His hair is a black-blue shade, and he possesses captivating blue eyes.
| Height (approx) | in centimeters: 192 cm in meters: 1.92 m in feet inches: 6’ 3” |
| Weight (approx) | in kilograms: 80 kg in pounds: 176 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Black-Blue |
Career
Matthew Modine began his career as an actor in an American television series. In 1982, he appeared in an episode of ‘ABC Afterschool Special’ portraying Randy.
The following year, 1983, he acted in three films: ‘Baby It’s You’ as Steve, ‘Private School’ as Jim Green, and ‘Streamers’ as Billy.
In 1984, he took on roles in three more films: ‘The Hotel New Hampshire’ as Chip Dove / Ernst, ‘Birdy’ as Birdy, and ‘Mrs. Soffel’ as Jack Biddle.
In 1985, he featured in the film ‘Vision Quest’ as London Swain. During this year, he also appeared in two music videos ‘Crazy for You’ and ‘Gambler’ both sung by Madonna for the film ‘Vision Quest’.
He acted in two films in 1987, including ‘Full Metal Jacket’ as Sergeant J.T. ‘Joker’ Davis and ‘Orphans’ as Treat.
In 1988, he starred in two films, ‘Married to the Mob’ as FBI Agent Mike Downey and ‘The Gamble’ as Francesco Sacredo. That same year, he was featured in an episode of the series ‘American Playhouse’ as Eugene O’Neill. He portrayed Joe Slovak in the film ‘Gross Anatomy’ in 1989.
In 1990, he worked on two films titled ‘Memphis Belle’ as Captain Dennis Dearborn and ‘Pacific Heights’ as Drake Goodman.
In 1992, he acted in two films, ‘Equinox’ as Henry Petosa / Freddy ‘Ace’ and ‘Wind’ as Will Parker.
The year 1993 saw him as the co-producer, co-director, and co-writer of the short film ‘When I Was A Boy’. He also worked in a short film titled ‘The Tree’ as a Middle-Aged Man / Boy As Old Man. This year, he appeared in ‘Short Cuts’ as Dr. Ralph Wyman and a television movie ‘And the Band Played On’ as Dr. Don Francis.
More on Career
In 1994, he took charge of directing and producing the film ‘Smoking’ and starred in ‘The Browning Version’ as Frank Hunter. That same year, he played the lead role of Jacob in the television film ‘Jacob’.
In 1995, he featured in three films: ‘Bye Bye Love’ as Dave Goldman, ‘Fluke’ as Thomas P. Johnson / Voice of Fluke, and ‘Cutthroat Island’ as William Shaw.
In 1997, he took on the roles of writer, director, and producer for the short film ‘Ecce Pirate’. He also appeared in movies ‘The Blackout’ as Matty, ‘The Maker’ as Walter Schmeiss, and ‘The Real Blonde’ as Joe. That same year, he worked in the television film ‘What the Deaf Man Heard’ alongside Sammy Ayers.
In 1998, he participated in an episode of the series ‘American Experience’ as Lawrence Swoboda and the television film ‘The American’ as Christopher Newman.
In 1999, he appeared in an uncredited role in the film ‘Notting Hill’ as the Movie-Within-Movie Actor. He also acted in ‘If… Dog… Rabbit’ as Johnnie Cooper, for which he served as both director and writer. This year he was also involved in…
in ‘Any Given Sunday’ as Dr. Ollie Powers.
In the year 2000, he appeared in 3 films titled ‘Very Mean Men’ as Bartender, ‘Bamboozled’ portraying himself, and ‘The Shipment’ as Mitch Garett. During the same year, he performed in the TV movie ‘Flowers for Algernon’ as Charlie Gordon.
In 2001, he featured in 3 films titled ‘Nobody’s Baby’ as Sonny, ‘In The Shadows’ as Eric O’Byrne, and ‘The Shipment’ as Mitch Garett. That same year, he appeared in 2 episodes of the series ‘Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story’ as Jack Robinson. In 2002, he worked in the TV film ‘Redeemer’ as Paul Freeman.
In 2003, he again acted in 3 films titled ‘Overnight’ as himself, ‘Le Divorce’ as Tellman, and ‘Hollywood North’ as Bobby Myers. That year, he appeared in an episode of the series ‘The West Wing’ as Marco Artens, 2 episodes of ‘Hitler: The Rise of Evil’ as Fritz Gerlich, and in a TV film ‘Expert Witness’.
In 2004, he featured in the film ‘Funkey Monkey’ as Alec McCall. The same year, he starred in the TV film ‘The Winning Season’ as Honus Wagner. This year, he also took on the role of Paul in the stage production titled ‘Finishing The Picture’ at the Goodman Theater in Chicago.
In 2005, he was part of 3 movies titled ‘Transporter 2’ as Senator Jeff Billings, ‘Mary’ as Tony Childress / Jesus, and ‘Opa!’ as Eric. That same year, he appeared in an episode each of ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ as Gordon Rickett and ‘Into The West’ as Samson Wheeler. This year, he was the inspiration for the song ‘Matthew Modine’ by Pony Up.
In the year 2006, he contributed to the film ‘Kettle of Fish’ as Mel and also served as the executive producer of this film. During that year, he appeared in 8 episodes of ‘The Bedford Diaries’ as Professor Jake Macklin. He also played the role of Skip in the theater production titled ‘Resurrection Blues’ at the Old Vic in London.
In 2007, he participated in 3 films titled ‘Go Go Tales’ as Johnie Ruby, ‘Have Dreams, Will Travel’ as Ben’s Father, and ‘The Neighbour’ as Jeff. That year, he starred in 12 episodes of the series ‘Weeds’ and in an episode of the short series titled ‘Good Morning Agrestic’ as Sullivan Groff.
In 2008, he served as the writer, director, and producer of the short film ‘I Think I Thought’ and also worked in it as Joe. That same year, he directed, produced, and wrote the film ‘To Kill an American’. He also provided the voice for the narrator in the short film ‘Santa, the Fascist Years’ and in the English version of ‘Mia and the Migoo’ as Mr. Houston / Godfrey. He also participated in the film ‘The Garden of Eden’ as David’s father. Additionally, he worked in the acclaimed TV film ‘Sex and the Lies in Sin City’ as Ted Binion.
In the year 2009, he worked on the film ‘Little Fish, Strange Pond’ as Mr. Jack and served as its executive producer. That same year, he portrayed Atticus Finch in the stage show ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ held at Hartford Stage in Hartford.
In 2010, he appeared in the film ‘The Trail’ as Mac and was also the executive producer. That same year, he provided the voice for Lucas in the English version of the film ‘A Cat in Paris’. He also played Captain Keller in the theater production ‘The Miracle Worker’ at Broadway, New York.
In the year 2011, he acted in the short film ‘Jesus was a Commie’ as John Doe and served as the writer, director, and producer of this film. That same year, he produced the film ‘Sunchasers’ and executive produced the short film while appearing in it titled ‘The Flying House’ as Bertie. He also voiced Juan in the English version of ‘Wrinkles’. Additionally, he starred in the TV film ‘Too Big To Fall’ as John Thain.
In 2012, he undertook the roles of director, producer, and writer for 2 short films titled ‘Somebody’ and ‘Plastic Jesus’. The same year, he appeared in 2 films ‘Girl in Progress’ as Dr. Harford and ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ as Peter Foley.
In 2013, he executive produced the film ‘Cheatin’ and acted in the films ‘Jobs’ as John Sculley and ‘Family Weekend’ as Duncan Dungy.
That same year, he appeared in 2 episodes of ‘CAT 8’ as Dr. Michael Ranger and in the TV film ‘Anatomy of Violence’ as Convict #3. He also played himself in the theater production titled ‘Matthew Modine Saves the Alpacas’ at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles.
In 2014, he served as the associate producer of the short film ‘Hyperion’. He also appeared in the short films ‘Guests’ as Theodore Foster and ‘Altar’ as Alec Hamilton.
In 2015, he worked as a narrator in the documentary film he produced titled ‘The Brainwashing of My Dad’ and starred in the film ‘The Heyday of the Insensitive Bastards’ as Theodore Foster.
That same year, he executive produced the short film ‘Last Days of Coney Island’. Furthermore, he was the narrator of the film ‘Unity’ and was the writer and producer of the movie ‘Merry Xmas’ as Abe. He also starred in 10 episodes of the series ‘Proof’ as Ivan Turing.
Matthew Modine Net Worth
As of 2023, Matthew Modine’s wealth is estimated at $10 million. Modine primarily earns through his performances in various films, TV shows, and stage productions.
