Daniel Stern is an American actor, artist, director, comedian, and screenwriter, best known for his role as Marv Merchants in the Home Alone films. He made his feature film directorial debut with Rookie of the Year in 1993.
Daniel Stern Biography
| Full Name | Daniel Jacob Stern |
| Nickname | Daniel Stern |
| Profession | Actor, artist, director, screenwriter, comedian |
| Date of Birth | 28 August 1957 |
| Age | 69 years old (as of 2026) |
| Birth Place | Bethesda, Maryland, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| School | Bethesda-Chase High School |
| College | None |
| Education Qualification | High school |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Judaism |
| Social Media |
Daniel Stern Age
Daniel Jacob Stern was born on 28 August 1957 in Bethesda, Maryland, United States. He is 69 years old as of 2026, and his zodiac sign is Virgo.
Daniel Stern Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Laure Mattos |
| Spouse/Wife | Laure Mattos (m. 1980) |
| Children | Son – Henry Stern Daughter – Ella Marie Stern, Sophie Stern |
Daniel Stern Family
| Father’s Name | Leonard Stern |
| Mother’s Name | Cynthia Stern |
| Brother’s Name | David M. Stern |
| Sister’s Name | None |
Career
| Debut | Film – 1979: Breaking Away TV – 1984: Samson and Delilah |
| Awards | 1992 – American Comedy Awards (nominated) |
Daniel Stern Movies And Tv Shows
Daniel Stern Movies
- 1979 – Breaking Away
- 1980 – A Small Circle of Friends
- 1981 – Honky Tonk Freeway
- 1983 – Blue Thunder
- 1984 – Frankenweenie
- 1985 – Key Exchange
- 1987 – Born in East L.A.
- 1990 – Home Alone
- 1993 – Rookie of the Year
- 1996 – Celtic Pride
- 2001 – Viva Las Nowhere
- 2006 – The Last Time
- 2010 – The Next Three Days
- 2018 – Game Over, Man!
- TBA – Everything’s Peachy
Daniel Stern Television
- 1984 – Samson and Delilah
- 1985 – Hometown
- 1988-93 – The Wonder Years
- 1997 – Gun
- 1998 – Tourist Trap
- 2001 – Danny
- 2003 – Regular Joe
- 2009 – Family Guy
- 2013 – Workaholics
- 2014-15 – Manhattan
- 2017 – Love
- 2023-present – For All Mankind
Daniel Stern Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 193 cm In meters – 1.93 m In feet & inches – 6’3” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 98 kg In pounds – 215 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Brown dark |
Daniel Stern Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $20 million (as of 2026) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $400,000 |
| Salary (approx) | Not a fixed salary |
| Income Source | Acing, endorsement, direction, and other ventures. |
Some Interesting Facts About Daniel Stern
- Daniel Stern was born and raised in Bethesda, Maryland, to Cynthia and Leonard Stern.
- His father was a social worker while his mother managed a day care center.
- He has a brother named David M. Stern, who is also a television writer.
- He starred in several theater productions while attending the Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.
- Stern dropped out of high school in his senior year and soon moved to New York.
- He acted in numerous productions at The Public Theater, Ensemble Studio Theater, Cherry Lane Theater, and Manhattan Theater Club.
- In 1979, Daniel Stern made his film debut as Cyril in Breaking Away.
- He briefly strove to become a lighting engineer for the Shakespeare Festival in Washington, D.C.
- He also appeared in City Slickers and Diner, and narrated TV’s The Wonder Years.
- Daniel Stern married Laure Mattos in 1980 and has three children with her.
- Daniel Stern starred in the Home Alone Movies with Macaulay Culkin.
- Stern is a cattle and citrus farmer, and also works as an artist, specializing in bronze sculpture.
- Daniel Stern is an artist in residence at Studio Channel Islands Art Centre in Camarillo.
FAQ:
How old is Daniel Stern?
As of 2026, Daniel Stern is 69 years old.
What is Daniel Stern’s net worth?
Daniel Stern has a net worth of $20 million, as of early 2026.
Who is Daniel Stern’s wife?
Actor Daniel Stern is married to Laure Mattos.