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Christopher Meloni

Actor

Christopher Meloni

  • Born: 2 April 1961, Washington, D.C., USA
  • Estimated net worth: $30 million

Christopher Meloni is an American actor known for his versatile roles in both drama and comedy. He gained widespread recognition for his performances in 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' as Elliot Stabler and in the HBO series 'Oz' as Chris Keller. Renowned…

About Christopher Meloni

Christopher Meloni is an American actor known for his versatile roles in both drama and comedy. He gained widespread recognition for his performances in 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' as Elliot Stabler and in the HBO series 'Oz' as Chris Keller. Renowned for his deep voice and intense acting style, Meloni has built a diverse career in television and film.

Born
2 April 1961, Washington, D.C., USA
Height
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Spouses
Doris Sherman (1995-present)
Children
2 (Sophia Meloni, Dante Meloni)
Parents
Charles Meloni, Cecile Meloni
Estimated net worth
$30 million

Fun facts about Christopher Meloni

  • Christopher Meloni originally intended to pursue a career in sports, specifically as a football player, before turning to acting.
  • He has a passion for cooking and often shares his culinary skills on social media.

Famous Christopher Meloni quotes

“You know what I love about this job? The people.”
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, 1999
“I’m not a monster, I’m just a man.”
Oz, 1997
“I want to be a part of something special.”
Get Gotti, 2023

Christopher Meloni filmography

Cast (120)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2027The Land TVDanny Roarke
2026Little Brother MovieJosh Landy6.4
2025Good Hang with Amy Poehler TVSelf - Guest5.5
2024IF MovieCosmo (voice)6.9
2023Captain Fall TVAgent Steel (voice)6.6
2022Celebrity Jeopardy! TVSelf - Contestant6.3
2021Ziwe TVSelf6.3
2021Cinema Toast TVUnknown character7.0
2021Law & Order: Organized Crime TVDet. Elliot Stabler7.9
2020How To with John Wilson TVSelf8.1
Show 110 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2020Solar Opposites TVLonesun (voice)7.8
2020Maxxx TVDon Wild8.8
2020The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU MovieSelf9.7
2019Harley Quinn TVCommissioner Gordon / Two-Face Goon / Bouncer (voice)8.3
2019Harley Quinn TVCommissioner Gordon (voice)8.3
2019Harley Quinn TVJim Gordon (voice)8.3
2019Harley Quinn TVCommissioner Gordon / Guard (voice)8.3
2019Harley Quinn TVJim Gordon / Mr. Veronica Cale / Jeffey the Parrot (voice)8.3
2019Harley Quinn TVJim Gordon / Jeffrey the Parrot (voice)8.3
2019Bless the Harts TVDetective Voccola (voice)6.5
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019The Twilight Zone TVUnknown character6.7
2018POSE TVDick Ford8.3
2017HAPPY! TVNick Sax7.4
2017Almost Friends MovieHoward6.3
2017At Home with Amy Sedaris TVRanger Russell7.0
2017Steve TVSelf6.0
2017Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later TVGene Jenkinson / Jonas Jurgenson6.5
2017Snatched MovieRoger Simmons5.3
2017The Handmaid's Tale TVGeorge Winslow8.1
2016Marauders MovieMontgomery5.8
2016I Am Wrath MovieDennis5.8
2016Underground TVAugust Pullman6.7
2015The Diary of a Teenage Girl MoviePascal MacCorkill6.6
2015Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp TVGene6.4
2015Hurricane of Fun: The Making of Wet Hot MovieSelf6.4
2014Beef MovieLou6.1
2014White Bird in a Blizzard MovieBrock Connor6.2
2014Sin City: A Dame to Kill For MovieMort6.4
2014They Came Together MovieRoland5.6
2014Small Time MovieAl Klein5.4
2014Surviving Jack TVDr. Jack Dunlevy7.4
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf5.1
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf - Guest5.1
2014Showing Up MovieSelf9.2
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf5.8
2013Rick and Morty TVJesus Christ (voice)8.7
2013Drunk History TVOthniel Marsh6.9
2013Man of Steel MovieColonel Nathan Hardy6.7
201342 MovieLeo Durocher7.2
2013Awful Nice MovieJon Charbineau5.2
2012Veep TVRay Whelans7.5
2012Finding Your Roots TVSelf6.5
2011Dirty Movie MovieThe Producer3.3
2011Lost Cannibals of Europe MovieSelf - Narrator
2010F--k MovieChristopher5.8
2009My Dog: An Unconditional Love Story MovieSelf8.5
2009Brief Interviews with Hideous Men MovieR / Subject #35.1
2009Carriers MovieFrank Holloway6.0
2009Green Lantern: First Flight MovieHal Jordan (voice)6.9
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2009Michael & Michael Have Issues TVUnknown character5.0
2008Nights in Rodanthe MovieJack6.3
2008Gym Teacher: The Movie MovieDave Stewie6.6
2008True Blood TVRoman Zimojic7.6
2008Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay MovieGrand Wizard6.3
2005Wonder Showzen TVCooties Spokesman7.3
2005Law & Order: Trial by Jury TVElliot Stabler8.1
2005American Dad! TV(voice)7.0
2005American Dad! TVAdditional Voices (voice)7.0
2004Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle MovieFreakshow6.6
2004Sesame Street: Elmo's World: The Street We Live On! MovieSelf (uncredited)7.6
2003The Ellen DeGeneres Show TVSelf5.6
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
2002Murder in Greenwich MovieMark Fuhrman4.8
2001Scrubs TVDr. Norris8.2
2001Wet Hot American Summer MovieGene6.2
2001Starwater MovieUnknown character
1999Law & Order: Special Victims Unit TVElliot Stabler8.0
1999Runaway Bride MovieCoach Bob6.1
1999Family Guy TVGeorge Townshend (voice)7.4
1999Carlo's Wake MovieBennetto Torello10.0
1999Shift MovieLouis7.5
1998Brown's Requiem MovieSgt. Cavanaugh (uncredited)4.5
1998The Souler Opposite MovieBarry Singer4.5
1998Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas MovieClerk at Flamingo Hotel7.2
1998Target Earth MovieDet. Samuel 'Sam' Adams4.4
1997Every 9 Seconds MovieRichard Sutherland5.0
1997Brooklyn South TVJoe9.6
1997The View TVSelf - Guest4.3
1997The View TVSelf4.3
1997Oz TVChris Keller8.0
1997The Last Don TVBoz Skannet7.1
1997Leaving L.A. TVReed Sims8.0
1996Bound MovieJohnnie Marzzone7.2
1995Twelve Monkeys MovieLt. Halperin7.6
1995MADtv TVVarious7.1
1995Misery Loves Company TVMitch5.5
1995Hope and Gloria TVBilly6.3
1995A Dangerous Affair MovieTommy Moretti6.0
1994Junior MovieMr. Lanzarotta5.2
1994Clean Slate MovieBodyguard #25.7
1993NYPD Blue TVJimmy Liery7.1
1993Late Night with Conan O'Brien TVSelf - Guest7.3
1993The Boys TVDoug Kirkfield8.0
1993Without a Kiss Goodbye MovieRay Samuels6.0
1993Homicide: Life on the Street TVDennis Knoll8.1
1992Something to Live for: The Alison Gertz Story MovieDavid5.8
1991In a Child's Name TVJerry Cimarelli7.8
1991Dinosaurs TVSpike (voice)7.8
1990When Will I Be Loved? MovieRon Weston9.0
1990Law & Order TVElliot Stabler7.3
1990The Fanelli Boys TVFrankie Fanelli7.3
1988LIVE with Kelly and Mark TVSelf - Guest5.6
1985The Equalizer TVTeam Leader7.2
19841st & Ten TVVito Del Greco / Johnny Gunn6.3
1984Jeopardy! TVSelf6.9
1969Sesame Street TVUnknown character7.1
TBAChop Cheese MovieUnknown character
TBAToad MovieUnknown character

Crew (5)

YearTitleRoleRating
2021Law & Order: Organized Crime TVExecutive Producer · Production7.9
2021Law & Order: Organized Crime TVWriter · Writing7.9
2017HAPPY! TVDirector · Directing7.4
2016Underground TVDirector · Directing6.7
2011Dirty Movie MovieDirector · Directing3.3

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Questions about Christopher Meloni

What are Christopher Meloni's most successful films?

Christopher Meloni has starred in several successful films, including 'Man of Steel' (2013) and 'Wet Hot American Summer' (2001). His role in 'Law & Order: SVU' also contributed significantly to his popularity.

Has Christopher Meloni won any awards?

Christopher Meloni has received various nominations for his performances, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for his role in 'Law & Order: SVU.' He has not won an Oscar but has been recognized for his work in television.

What was Christopher Meloni's first film?

Christopher Meloni's first film role was in 'Bound' (1996), where he played a supporting character. This marked the beginning of his film career following earlier television appearances.

What is Christopher Meloni's estimated net worth?

Christopher Meloni's estimated net worth is approximately $30 million, reflecting his successful career in television and film over several decades.

What is Christopher Meloni known for?

Christopher Meloni is best known for his role as Detective Elliot Stabler on 'Law & Order: SVU' and as Chris Keller on HBO's 'Oz.' His performances often showcase his range in both serious and comedic roles.

How many children does Christopher Meloni have?

Christopher Meloni has two children, Sophia Meloni and Dante Meloni, with his wife Doris Sherman. They have maintained a relatively private family life.

What TV shows has Christopher Meloni starred in?

Aside from 'Law & Order: SVU' and 'Oz,' Christopher Meloni has appeared in various television series, including 'Happy!' and 'Surviving Jack,' showcasing his versatility as an actor.

What is a defining characteristic of Christopher Meloni's acting style?

Christopher Meloni is known for his intense and commanding presence on screen. His deep voice and ability to portray complex characters have made him a standout actor in both dramatic and comedic roles.