Michael Angarano is a talented actor, writer, director, and producer. He is known for his roles in Music of the Heart, Almost Famous, Will & Grace, Seabiscuit, Speak, The Knick, Lords of Dogtown, Black Irish, The Forbidden Kingdom, The Brass Teapot, I’m Dying Up Here, In a Relationship, and This Is Us. He debuted as a writer, producer, and director in his original film, Avenues (2017).
Born Name
Michael Anthony Angarano
Nick Name
Mikey, Angie
Sun Sign
Sagittarius
Born Place
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
Education
Michael Angarano attended Crespi Carmelite High School in Encino in Los Angeles, California.
Occupation
Actor, Director, Producer, Writer
Family
Father – Michael Angarano
Mother – Doreen Angarano
Siblings – Kristen Angarano (Older Sister), Erica Angarano (Younger Sister), Andrew Angarano (Younger Brother)
Others – Leon /Ricky J. Tesoro (Maternal Grandfather)
Manager
Michael Angarano is managed by United Talent Agency, Talent Agency, Beverly Hills, California, United States.
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 7 in or 170 cm
Weight
67 kg or 147.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Michael Angarano has dated –
Mary Elizabeth Winstead (2005) – In 2005, Michael is said to have hooked up with actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
Kristen Stewart (2005-2009) – In 2005, Michael started dating actress Kristen Stewart. They had met on the set of Speak (2004). However, the couple broke up after around 4 years in 2009.
Alia Shawkat (2010-2011) – On January 6, 2010, Michael started dating actress Alia Shawkat. They dated for more than a year and a half before calling it quits in November 2011.
Juno Temple (2012-2016) – In 2012, Michael began a relationship with British actress, Juno Temple. They met during the filming of The Brass Teapot (2012) in which they were cast in leading roles. Around 2014, the couple had also started living together in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. But, they have not been seen together since 2016.
Maya Erskine (2019-Present) – During the Emmys in September 2019, the actors Maya Erskine and Michael confirmed their dating news. They got engaged later and in November 2020, confirmed that they were expecting a child together. The couple announced the birth of their son, Leon Frederick in May 2021.
Race / Ethnicity
White
He is of Italian, along with some Sephardi Jewish, descent.
Michael Angarano has either promoted or endorsed brands like –
Christie Wittenborn
Cotta Bene Pizzeria
McDonald’s (TV Commercial)
Trane (TV Commercial)
Best Known For
His versatile roles in numerous films and TV shows including Music of the Heart (1999), Almost Famous (2000), Cover Me: Based on the True Life of an FBI Family (2000-2001), Little Secrets (2002), ER (2003), The New Kid (2002), Seabiscuit (2003), Speak (2004), Sky High (2005), Lords of Dogtown (2005), The Final Season (2007), Black Irish (2007), The Forbidden Kingdom (2008), The Art of Getting By (2011), Haywire (2011), The Brass Teapot (2012), Empire State (2013), Wild Card (2015), I’m Dying Up Here (2017), In a Relationship (2018), and This Is Us (2018)
First Film
In 1996, he made his theatrical film debut in the romantic drama film, Childhood’s End, as the 1st Boy. However, he was uncredited for his role.
In 1996, he made his credited theatrical film debut as the 3-year-old Cowboy in the comedy film, I’m Not Rappaport.
As a voice actor, he made his theatrical film debut in 2012 in the animated film, Noah.
First TV Show
In 1995, he made his first TV show appearance in the variety series, Saturday Night Live, as David Duchovny‘s son. However, he was uncredited for his role.
In 1995, he made his credited debut TV show appearance in the series, New York News.
Personal Trainer
Michael Angarano learned martial arts for his character for the film, The Forbidden Kingdom (2008). He trained under the watchful eyes of Master Woo Ping for 8 hours daily. He has admitted that the training was hard and once, he even got a black eye while doing a fight scene opposite Jet Li.