Biography
Who is Josh Peck?
Early life and education
Josh Peck: Joshua Michael Peck was born in New York City on November 10, 1986. He grew up in Manhattan with his mother, Barbara Peck, and his maternal grandmother. As a child, he lived in Hell's Kitchen and attended local schools including P.S. 40 and The Professional Performing Arts School.
During his childhood, Josh experienced asthma and often stayed indoors watching classic television shows. These early viewings inspired his interest in comedy when he reached the age of eight. He later performed stand-up comedy at Carolines on Broadway and trained at the TADA! Youth Theater.
Early acting career
At the age of 10, Josh appeared on The Rosie O'Donnell Show in 1996. By age 13, he accepted a role on Nickelodeon's sketch comedy series The Amanda Show, prompting a move to Los Angeles with his mother. He appeared regularly on the program until 2002.
Josh made his film debut in the 2000 movie Snow Day. He subsequently appeared in various projects, including the theatrical film Max Keeble's Big Move and a guest role on the NBC drama ER. He also received critical praise for his performance in the independent film Mean Creek.
Drake and Josh and breakthrough
Josh achieved widespread recognition when he was cast as Josh Nichols in the Nickelodeon sitcom Drake and Josh. The series began airing in 2004 and paired him with co-star Drake Bell. His character was smart and organized, providing comedic contrast to his television brother.
Following the success of the series, Josh starred in television films such as Drake and Josh Go Hollywood and Merry Christmas, Drake and Josh. He also made his directorial debut by directing an episode of the series and a music video for the theme song.
Film and television projects
Beyond his television work, Josh began voicing the character Eddie in the animated Ice Age franchise starting in 2006. He also provided the voice for Casey Jones in the Nickelodeon animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and appeared in the independent film The Wackness.
In later years, Josh starred in the Fox comedy series Grandfathered alongside John Stamos and the Disney+ series Turner and Hooch. He also joined the cast of the Hulu series How I Met Your Father and played Kenneth Bainbridge in Christopher Nolan's biographical epic Oppenheimer.
Personal life and family
In June 2017, Josh married Paige O'Brien. The couple welcomed their first son in December 2018, followed by a second son in October 2022 and a third son in July 2025. He published his memoir, Happy People Are Annoying, through HarperOne in 2022.
Josh has been open about his past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, which he used to manage emotional difficulties during his youth. He has maintained his sobriety since 2008 and later embraced a healthier lifestyle that included significant weight loss during his tenure on television.
Birthday and age
Josh Peck was born on November 10, 1986, which makes Josh 40 years old today. That birthday falls under the Scorpio sign. Josh shares the date with 71 other famous people.
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