Peter Thiel is a German-American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and political activist who co-founded PayPal and later founded and ran a venture capital firm called Founders Fund in San Francisco.
Peter Thiel Biography
| Full Name | Peter Andreas Thiel |
| Nickname | Peter Thiel |
| Profession | Entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and political activist |
| Date of Birth | 11 October 1967 |
| Age | 58 years old (As of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Frankfurt, West Germany |
| Nationality | German American |
| Hometown | Frankfurt, West Germany |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Hobbies | Reading, etc |
| Social Media |
Education Qualification
| School | Bowditch Middle School, Foster City San Mateo High School |
| College | Stanford University Sanford Law School |
| Education Qualification | Degree in philosophy Juris Doctor in 1992 |
Peter Thiel Age
Peter Thiel was born on 11 October 1967 in Frankfurt, West Germany. He is 58 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Libra.
Peter Thiel Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Matt |
| Spouse/Wife | Matt Danzeisen (m. 2017) |
| Children | N/A |
Peter Thiel Family
| Father’s Name | Klaus Friedrich Thiel |
| Mother’s Name | Susanne |
| Brother’s Name | Patrick Thiel |
| Sister’s Name | None |
Peter Thiel Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 183 cm In meters – 1.83 m In feet & inches – 6’0” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 72.5 kg In pounds – 160 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
Peter Thiel Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $23 Billion (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Not known |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Business, investment, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Peter Thiel
- Peter Thiel was born and raised in Frankfurt, West Germany, to Klaus Friedrich and Susanne Thiel.
- When he was one year old, his family emigrated to the United States and lived in Cleveland, Ohio.
- He and his mother later naturalized as U.S. citizens, whereas his father did not.
- Before settling in Foster City, California, the Thiel family lived in South Africa and South West Africa during the time of apartheid.
- He played Dungeons & Dragons and was an avid reader of science fiction.
- Peter attended Sanford University and studied philosophy there.
- He also attended Stanford Law School and graduated in 1992 with a Juris Doctor degree.
- After receiving his law degree, she started working as a law clerk to Judge Larry Edmondson from 1992 to 1993.
- Peter Thiel is a nationally ranked junior Chess Champion.
- He co-founded with Max Levchin, with whom he co-produced the movie Thank You for Smoking in 2005.
- He was one of the first major investors in Facebook, buying a 10% stake in 2004 for $500,000.
- Peter was also a partner at the American seed accelerator ‘Y Combinator’ from 2015 to 2017.
- He is also a published author, with a book titled “Zero to One” offering insights on startups and innovation.
- He is known for his down-to-earth demeanor and approachability.
- Peter was the Chief Executive Officer of PayPal until its Sale to eBay in 2002 for $1.5 billion.
- He was granted New Zealand citizenship in 2011, which later became controversial in New Zealand.
FAQ:
How old is Peter Thiel?
54 years old (as of 2025)
Who is Peter Thiel’s wife?
Peter Thiel is married to Matt Danzeisen since 2017.
What is Peter Thiel’s net worth?
As of 2025, Peter Thiel’s estimated net worth is $23 billion.