Peter Szymon Serafinowicz, known professionally as Peter Serafinowicz, is a British actor, comedian, voice artist, screenwriter, and director.
He is widely recognized for his sharp wit, impeccable impressions, and versatile voice work, notably as the voice of Darth Maul in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace and for creating and starring in the cult BBC series The Peter Serafinowicz Show.
He is also known for his viral comedic characters such as Brian Butterfield and his popular Donald Trump impressions, along with prominent roles in Guardians of the Galaxy, The Tick, and Doctor Who.
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| Real Name: | Peter Szymon Serafinowicz |
| Stage Name: | Peter Serafinowicz |
| Born: | 10 July 1972 (age 54 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Liverpool, England, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | British |
| Height: | 1.93 m |
| Parents: | Szymon Serafinowicz Jr., Catherine Geary |
| Siblings: | James Serafinowicz, Helen Serafinowicz |
| Spouse: | Sarah Alexander |
| Relationship: | Separated |
| Children: | Sam Serafinowicz, Phoebe Serafinowicz |
| Occupation: | Actor, Comedian, Voice Artist, Screenwriter, Director |
| Net Worth: | $6 million |
Early Life and Education
Peter Szymon Serafinowicz was born on 10 July 1972 in Liverpool, England, United Kingdom to parents Szymon Serafinowicz Jr. and Catherine Geary. He has a brother, James Serafinowicz, and a sister, Helen Serafinowicz.
He attended Our Lady of the Assumption Primary School and graduated from St Francis Xavier’s College in Woolton, Liverpool.
He did not attend university, moving directly into broadcasting, radio imaging, and voice work in the early 1990s.
He is of multiracial / White ethnicity (Belarusian, Polish, and Irish descent) and was raised Catholic but is now secular.
Career
Peter Serafinowicz began his career in the early 1990s with radio and voice-over work before transitioning to television.
He gained early fame through appearances on The Armando Iannucci Shows and created the groundbreaking sketch series The Peter Serafinowicz Show in 2007, known for its innovative visual comedy and impressions.
His voice acting breakthrough came with voicing Darth Maul in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, leading to numerous high-profile animation and live-action roles.
He has delivered memorable performances in films such as Guardians of the Galaxy (as Garthan Saal), Spy, and television series including The Tick, Doctor Who, and Sick Note.
Serafinowicz is also acclaimed for his writing, directing, and internet comedy, particularly his satirical Donald Trump videos that gained massive viral attention.
Peter Serafinowicz continues to be a highly respected figure in British and international comedy, balancing voice acting, on-screen roles, and original digital content with a career marked by creativity and versatility.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @peterserafinowicz
- Facebook Handle: @PeterSerafinowicz
- Twitter Handle: @serafinowicz
- YouTube Channel: Peter Serafinowicz Official Channel
Personal Life
Peter Serafinowicz married actress Sarah Alexander in 2006 after meeting in 2002.
The couple separated in April 2025 and he is currently single. They have two children: son Sam Serafinowicz (born 2007) and daughter Phoebe Serafinowicz (born 2010).
He maintains a relatively private family life outside of his public comedy work.
Filmography
- Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999)
- Shaun of the Dead (2004)
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
- Spy (2015)
- The Tick (2017–2019)
Net Worth
Peter Serafinowicz has an estimated net worth of $6 million USD. His income primarily stems from voice acting on major franchises, television and film roles, writing, directing, and digital content creation.
Additional earnings come from commercials, live performances, and long-running voice work for animation and video games.