Leah Remini is an American actress who won the hearts of audiences with her quick wit and immense charisma as Carrie Heffernan in the CBS sitcom “The King of Queens” from 1998 to 2007. Remini’s films include ‘Old School’, ‘Handsome’, and ‘Second Act’.
Leah Remini Biography
| Full Name | Leah Mari Remini |
| Nickname | Leah Remini |
| Profession | Actress |
| Date of Birth | 15 June 1970 |
| Age | 56 years old (as of August 2026) |
| Birth Place | New York City, New York, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| School | Not known |
| College | New York University |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
| Gender | Female |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| @leahremini |
Leah Remini Age
Leah Remini (Leah Marie Remini) was born on 15 June 1970 in New York City, New York, United States. She is 56 years old as of August 2026, and her zodiac sign is Gemini.
Leah Remini Wife, Daughter
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Boyfriend | Angelo Pagan |
| Spouse/Wife | Angelo Pagan (m. 2003, div. 2024) |
| Children | Daughter – Sofia |
Leah Remini Family
| Father’s Name | Biological Father – George Remini (owner of Asbestos Removal Company) Step-father – Geroge Marshall |
| Mother’s Name | Vicki Marshall (school Teacher) |
| Brother’s Name | None |
| Sister’s Name | Nicole Remini (older sister) Elizabeth (half-sister) Shannon Farrara (younger Hlaf-sister) (actress) Chritine (half-sister) Stephanie Remini (half-sister, did in 2013) |
| Paternal Grandfather | Joseph Remini |
| Paternal Grandmother | Mary Remini |
Career
| Career | Film – 1997: Critics and Other Freaks Television – 1988: Head of the Class |
| Awards | 2015 – American Reality Television Awards 2017 – Television Critics Association Awards 2017 – 69th Primetime Emmy Awards 2018 – 29th Producers Guild of America Award 2019 – CHILD USA 2 019 – Critics Choice Award 2019 – Gracie Awards 2020 – 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards |
Leah Remini Movies And TV Shows
Leah Remini Movies
- 1997 – Critics and Other Freaks
- 1999 – Follow Your Heart
- 2003 – Old School
- 2017 – Mad Families
- 2017 – The Clapper
- 2017 – Handsome
- 2018 – Second Act
- 2025 – The Moher, the Mencer, an Me
- 2025 – Flight Risk
Leah Remini Television
- 1998 – Head of the Class
- 1989 – Who’s the Boss?
- 1991 – Normal Life
- 1991-1993 – Cheers
- 1993 – Evening Shade
- 1994-96 – Phantom 2040
- 1996 – Biker Mice From Mars
- 1997-98 – Fired Up
- 1998-2007 – The King of Queens
- 2005 – Fat Actress
- 2007-2008 – In the Motherhood
- 2010-2011 – The Talk
- 2013 – Family Tools
- 2014-22 – The Windy Willimas Show
- 2016-18 – Match Game
- 2017 – Kevin Can Wait
- 2021-23 – People Puzzler
- 2022 – So You Thinks You Can Dance
Leah Remini Height And Weight
| Height (Approx) | In centimeters – 160 cm In meters – 1.60 m In feet & inches – 5’3” |
| Weight (Approx) | In kilograms – 59 kg In pounds – 130 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Light Brown |
| Body Measurement | 37-30-36 |
Leah Remini Net Worth
As of August 2026, American actress and television personality Leah Remini has an estimated net worth of between $20 million and $25 million. Remini’s earnings primarily come from her acting career, television work, hosting roles, documentary projects, and endorsement deals.
| Net Worth (Approx) | $20 million to $25 million (as of August 2026) |
| Annual Income (Approx) | $1-3 million |
| Salary (Approx) | According to projects |
| Real Estate | A 10,000-square-foot estate in Studio City, California (sold for $9.3 million in 2022 |
| Income sources | Acting, hosting work, endorsements, TV appearance, etc. |
Some Interesting Facts About Leah Remini
- Leah Remini was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York City, to Vicki Marshall and Geroge Remini.
- Her mother is of Australian Jewish descent, while her father has Italian ancestry.
- When she was 8, her mother joined the Church of Scientology, and Remini was thereafter raised as a Scientologist.
- She and her sister were taken to join Scientology’s Paramilitary organization called the Sea Organization.
- Remini and her family worked regular jobs to pay for counting Scientology courses and services.
- Remini was baptized in to the Catholic Church as an infant and raised in the faith during her early childhood.
- In 1991, Remini had a supporting role as Tina Bovasso on ABC’s sitcom The Man in the Family.
- Remini then appeared in two more short-lived series, First Time Out (1995) and Fired Up (1997-98).
- In 1994, Remini auditioned for the role of Monica Geller on Friends, but the role went to Courteney Cox.
- In 2003, Leah Remini had a supporting role in the comedy film Old School.
- Remini and Holly Robinson Peete appeared on The Young and the Restless on July 28, 2011.
- In October 2011, Remini, signed a talent development deal a ABC and ABC Studios.
- In 2017, Remini co-starred in the comedy films Mad Families, The Clapper, and Handsome.
- In 2022, she was named a judge on 17th season of Fox’s dance competition series “So You Thinks You Can Dance.”
- In August 2026, it was announced that Remini would be joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
- She released her memoir entitled, Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology on November 3, 2015.
- In 1996, Leah Remini married to Angelo Pagan, and their daughter Sofia Was born on June 16, 2004.
- On August 29, 2024, Remini announced via Instagram that she and Pagan had decided to divorce.
- She was awarded an Associated in Arts degree from NYU in January 2024.
FAQ:
How old is Leah Remini?
56 years old (As of 2026)
Who is Leah Remini’ husband?
Angelo Pagan (m. 2003 – 2024)
What is Leah Remini’s net worth?
As of August 2026, Leah Remini’s net worth is between $20 million and $25 million.