Biography
Who is Max Greenfield?
Early life and education
Max Greenfield was born and raised in Dobbs Ferry, New York. He attended Dobbs Ferry High School and graduated in 1998. During his high school years, Max played wide receiver on the football team.
After finishing high school, Max briefly attended the University of Wisconsin Madison during his freshman year before leaving school to pursue acting.
Career highlights
Max began his acting career in 1995 and landed guest roles on dramas like Boston Public and Gilmore Girls. He later secured a recurring role on Veronica Mars and appeared in Ugly Betty.
In 2011, Max began starring as Schmidt in the Fox sitcom New Girl. This television role earned him nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Critics Choice Television Award.
Max began portraying Dave Johnson in the CBS sitcom The Neighborhood in 2018. He also voiced the character Roger in the Ice Age film franchise and worked on animated shows like Bob Burgers.
Writing and books
In addition to his television and film work, Max has written several children books. His published works include I Don T Want to Read This Book, I Don T Want to Read This Book Aloud, This Book is Not a Present, and Good Night Thoughts.
Personal life
Max married Tess Sanchez, who worked as a casting director, in the year 2008. Together, they share two children consisting of a daughter and a son. Max has also worked alongside the Young Storytellers Foundation to help children build self confidence.
Birthday and age
Max Greenfield was born on September 4, 1979, which makes Max 47 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Max shares the date with 32 other famous people.
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