Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel Biography

Posted by | Vishnu Das on | November 16, 2023



Date of Birth

18 / July / 1967

Age

56

Profession

Actor Producer Director Screenwriter

Vin Diesel, born Mark Sinclair on July 18, 1967, is an American actor and film producer who is widely recognized as one of the highest-grossing actors in the world. He is most famous for his portrayal of Dominic Toretto in the blockbuster Fast & Furious franchise.

Vin Diesel Height, Weight, Wife, Age, Biography & More

Diesel started his career in 1990 but struggled to gain recognition until he wrote, directed, and starred in the short film Multi-Facial (1995) and made his debut feature in Strays (1997). These works grabbed the attention of Steven Spielberg, who cast Diesel in the acclaimed war epic, Saving Private Ryan (1998).

Family

Vin Diesel, the American actor and film producer, was born to Irving Vincent and Delora Vincent on July 18, 1967. His father, Irving Vincent, was a professor and filmmaker, while his mother, Delora Vincent, was a native of the United States. Vin Diesel has two brothers, Paul Vincent, and Tim Vincent, as well as a sister named Samantha Vincent who is a producer by profession.

Vin Diesel is currently married to Mexican model Paloma Jimenez, and they tied the knot in 2007. The couple has three children together, two daughters named Hania Riley Sinclair and Pauline Sinclair, and a son named Vincent Sinclair.

Irving Vincent Vin Diesel Father

Irving Vincent Vin Diesel’s Father

Delora Vincent Vin Diesel Mother

Delora Vincent Vin Diesel’s Mother

Paul Vincent Vin Diesel Brother

Paul Vincent Vin Diesel Brother

Paloma Jimenez Vin Diesel Wife

Paloma Jimenez Vin Diesel Wife

Vincent Sinclair Vin Diesel Son

Vincent Sinclair Vin Diesel’s Son

Hania Riley Sinclair Vin Diesel Daughter

Hania Riley Sinclair Vin Diesel’s Daughter

Vin Diesel Family Pics

Vin Diesel Family Pics

Elisa Jordana Vin Diesel Girlfriend

Elisa Jordana Vin Diesel’s Girlfriend

Asia Argento Vin Diesel Girlfriend

Asia Argento Vin Diesel’s Girlfriend

Paloma Jimenes Vin Diesel Girlfriend

Paloma Jimenes Vin Diesel’s Girlfriend

Vin Diesel Childhood Pics

Vin Diesel Childhood Pics

Childhood

Vin Diesel was born in New York City on July 18, 1967, to Delora Sherleen Vincent, who works as an astrologer. His biological father’s identity is unknown to him, but he was raised by his African-American stepfather, Irving H. Vincent. Irving is an acting instructor and theater manager.

Early Life

Diesel’s birth name is Mark Sinclair, and he was born on July 18, 1967, in Alameda County, California, where his mother was also born. Diesel and his twin brother, Paul, were later raised in New York City. His mother, Delora Sherleen Vincent (née Sinclair), works as an astrologer.

Personal Life

According to Diesel, he chooses to keep his personal life private and does not intend to reveal it on a magazine cover like some other actors do. He follows the code of silence practiced by actors such as Harrison Ford, Marlon Brando, Robert De Niro, and Al Pacino.

Career

In 1990, Diesel made his first film appearance in a small uncredited role in the drama film “Awakenings”. However, he struggled to secure acting roles for several years afterward. To raise funds for his debut feature film, Diesel took matters into his own hands and created a short film.

In 1994, Diesel took on multiple roles as the writer, director, producer, and lead actor in the semi-autobiographical short drama film “Multi-Facial”. The film depicts the struggles of a multiracial actor stuck in the audition process. The film’s screening at the 1995 Cannes Festival helped to garner recognition for Diesel’s work.

Filmography

Film

Title Roles Year
Awakenings Orderly 1990
Multi-Facial Mike 1995
Strays Rick 1997
Saving Private Ryan Private Adrian Caparzo 1998
The Iron Giant The Iron Giant 1999
Boiler Room Chris Varick 2000
Pitch Black Richard B. Riddick 2000
The Fast and the Furious Dominic Toretto 2001
Knockaround Guys Taylor Reese 2001
XXX Xander Cage 2002
The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious Dominic Toretto 2003
A Man Apart Sean Vetter 2003
The Chronicles of Riddick Richard B. Riddick 2004
The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury 2004
The Pacifier Lieutenant Shane Wolfe 2005
Find Me Guilty Jackie DiNorscio 2006
The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift Dominic Toretto 2006
Babylon A.D. Hugo Cornelius Toorop 2008
Fast & Furious Dominic Toretto 2009
Los Bandoleros 2009
Fast Five 2011
Fast & Furious 6 2013
Riddick: Blindsided Richard B. Riddick 2013
Riddick 2013
Guardians of the Galaxy Groot 2014
Furious 7 Dominic Toretto 2015
The Last Witch Hunter Kaulder 2015
Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk Shroom 2016
XXX: Return of Xander Cage Xander Cage 2017
The Fate of the Furious Dominic Toretto 2017
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Groot 2017
Avengers: Infinity War 2018
Ralph Breaks the Internet 2018
Avengers: Endgame 2019
Bloodshot Ray Garrison / Bloodshot 2020
F9 Dominic Toretto 2021
Thor: Love and Thunder Groot 2022
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 2023
Fast X Dominic Toretto 2023
  2023

Television

Title Roles Year
Fast & Furious Spy Racers Dominic Toretto 2019, 2021
I Am Groot Groot 2022
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special 2022
Ark: The Animated Series Santiago Da Costa TBA

Video Games

Title Voice Year
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay Richard B. Riddick 2004
Wheelman Milo Burik 2009
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena Richard B. Riddick 2009
Fast & Furious Crossroads Dominic Toretto 2020
Ark 2 Santiago Da Costa 2022

Theme Park Attractions

Title Roles Venue Year
Fast & Furious: Supercharged Dominic Toretto Universal Studios Hollywood 2015
Universal Studios Florida 2018

Discography

Singles

Title Album Year
“Feel Like I Do” Non-album singles 2020
“Days Are Gone” 2020

Awards and Nominations

Award Work Year
Screen Actors Guild Award Saving Private Ryan 1999
Online Film Critics Society Award 1999
Blockbuster Entertainment Award Pitch Black 2001
MTV Movie Award The Fast and the Furious 2002
2002
Black Reel Award 2002
MTV Movie Award xXx 2003
Teen Choice Award xXx
A Man Apart
2003
Spike Video Game Award The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay 2004
Teen Choice Award The Pacifier 2005
Golden Raspberry Award The Chronicles of Riddick 2005
Video Software Dealers Association Award 2005
Spike Video Game Award The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena 2009
MTV Movie Award Fast & Furious 2009
People’s Choice Award 2010
CinemaCon Award Fast Five 2011
Teen Choice Award 2011
Image Award 2012
Black Reel Award 2012
People’s Choice Award 2012
Teen Choice Award Fast & Furious 6 2013
People’s Choice Award 2014
MTV Movie Award 2014
Phoenix Film Critics Society Guardians of the Galaxy 2015
Teen Choice Award Furious 7 2015
2015
People’s Choice Awards 2016
2016
N/A 2016
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards F9: The Fast Saga 2022

Awards & Achievements

Diesel’s acting skills have been recognized through various awards and accolades. He has won the MTV Movie Award for his role in “The Fast and the Furious”, as well as the Spike Video Game Award, the Video Software Dealers Association Award, and the CinemaCon Award.

Net Worth 2023

As of 2023, Vin Diesel’s net worth is estimated to be around $225 million. Diesel is widely recognized for his roles in thrilling and action-packed films, which have contributed to his immense popularity and financial success.

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Net worth (2023) $225 Million
Income (2023) $22 Million
Personal Investment $100 Million
Luxury cars $4 – 5 Million

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Body Measurements Chest: 52 Inches
Waist: 34 Inches
Biceps: 18 Inches
Birth Place Alameda County California United States
Children Son: Vincent Sinclair
Daughters: Hania Riley, Pauline
Eye Color Dark Brown
Hair Color Bald
Height In CM 182 CM
Height In Meter 1.82 M
Nationality American
Parents Father: Irving H. Vincent
Mother: Delora Sherleen ‘Sinclair’ Vincent
Profession Actor Producer Director Screenwriter
Siblings Brother: Paul
Sister: Delora Sherleen ‘Sinclair’ Vincent
Spous Paloma Jiménez
Weight 102 Kg
225 Lbs
Zodiac Sign Cancer

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