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Take a look at Guy Pearce's nationality, net worth, and other interesting facts!
Guy Pearce is a popular British-Australian actor, musician, singer, and songwriter. He is most well-known for his starring role in the popular Australian series, “Neighbours” and for appearing in several popular films including, “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” (1994) “L.A. Confidential” (1997), “Memento” (2000), and “Iron Man 3” (2013). He has been the winner of a Primetime Emmy Award and has been nominated for Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and AACTA Awards.
Career Highlights
Guy Pearce has experienced an exciting and successful career, to say the least.
Guy Pearce’s career began in 1985 when he began acting in the popular Australian soap opera, “Neighbours.” He worked in the series for many years. He then worked in the TV series “Home and Away” (1988) and “Snowy River: The McGregor Saga” (1993). Frank Howson who is a popular director, producer and writer cast him in the films, “Heaven Tonight,” “Hunting,” and “Flynn” and also paid for him to go to the Cannes Film Festival in 1991, to attend the premiere of his film, “Hunting.” There, the Frank Howson-funded publicity campaign brought Guy Pearce to the notice of the International Film Industry.
Family and Personal Life
Read about the family members and dating life of Guy Pearce.
Guy Pearce married his childhood sweetheart, Kate Mestitz, in 1997, who is a psychologist by profession. However, they got divorced in 2015 after 18 years of marriage. Since 2015, he has been in a relationship with the popular actress, Carice van Houten. Together, they have a son, Monte Pearce (b. 2016).
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Kate Mestitz (m, 1997; div, 2015) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Monte Pearce) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | Yes (Carice van Houten) |
| Civil Status | In a relationship |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Guy Edward Pearce |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 56 years |
| Date of Birth | October 5, 1967 |
| Place of Birth | Ely, Cambridgeshire, England |
| Nationality | British and Australian |
| Height | 1.79 m, 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 69 kg, 152 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $20 Million |
| Occupation | Actor, Musician, Singer, Songwriter |
Height, Weight, and Age
Guy Pearce's height is above average measuring 1.79 m. Guy Pearce weighs 69 kg. Being born on October 5, 1967, translates to an age of 56 years as of todays date (November 21, 2023).
Quotes
My problem is I’m an addictive personality. I can’t have one coffee. I can’t eat one piece of chocolate.
Guy Pearce
Doing that hunt scene was really quite demanding. I actually broke a rib during that scene. And then all the scenes after that became quite challenging, just breathing and laughing.
Guy Pearce
If I’m exhausted, physically and particularly emotionally, I can’t tell what’s good and I can’t tell what’s bad and I’m useless.
Guy Pearce
I grew up with such an affinity to cats. I adore the way that they think and operate.
Guy Pearce
A lot of people are going to hate me for saying this, but one of my least favorite kinds of music, or the kind of music that I feel I’ve so got out of my system, is musicals music.
Guy Pearce
