Zachary Levi has built a career filled with charm, versatility and breakout roles that turned him into a fan favorite across television, film and animation. Best known for playing Chuck Bartowski in the cult-hit action comedy Chuck and later stepping into the superhero spotlight as Shazam, Levi continues to balance major Hollywood projects with a personal journey rooted in faith, resilience and creativity. At 45, he remains one of the most recognizable and relatable faces in entertainment.
Early Life and Background
Born Zachary Levi Pugh on September 29, 1980, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, he spent much of his childhood moving between states before his family eventually settled in Ventura, California. He attended Buena High School, where his passion for acting took off. Levi began performing at age six and went on to take lead roles in local productions of Grease, The Outsiders, Oklahoma!, Oliver!, The Wizard of Oz and Big River at the Ojai Art Center.
He was born to Susan Marie Pugh and Darrell Alton Pugh and grew up with two siblings, Shekinah and Sarah. His heritage includes English, Welsh and German roots, and his Christian upbringing shaped much of his perspective later in life.
Wife, Relationships and Family
Levi married Canadian actress Missy Peregrym on June 16, 2014, in a private ceremony in Maui, Hawaii. The marriage ended quickly, with the couple filing for divorce in April 2015 and noting their separation as December 3, 2014.
In December 2024, he shared joyful news: his girlfriend Maggie Keating was expecting their first child. Their son was born in April 2025, marking a new chapter in his personal life.
Net Worth, Age and Physical Profile
As of 2025, Levi’s net worth is estimated at around $12 million, a reflection of his long list of TV and film credits, voice roles and production work. He stands 6 feet 3 inches tall, weighs about 200 pounds, and has light brown hair with matching brown eyes. At 45, he remains active across multiple genres.
Career Highlights
Levi’s screen journey began with the Showtime/Goosehead.com series Whatever, where he was credited as Zachary Pugh. He later appeared in Big Shot: Confessions of a Campus Bookie before earning steady attention as Kipp Steadman in the sitcom Less than Perfect.
His breakout came in 2007 when he landed the lead role in Chuck. The show elevated him to global recognition, and by 2010 he and co-star Yvonne Strahovski took home Teen Choice Awards for Best Action Actor and Actress.
Levi continued expanding his portfolio with a mix of voice acting, blockbuster film roles and Broadway work. He hosted the web documentary Tomb Raider: The Final Hours, appeared in Thor: The Dark World (2013) and briefly in Thor: Ragnarok (2017). In 2013, he made his Broadway debut in the musical First Date.
His biggest film role emerged in 2019 with Shazam!, followed by Shazam! Fury of the Gods in 2023. That same year, he joined the cast of Spy Kids: Armageddon and voiced Rocky in Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget. In 2024, he starred in Harold and the Purple Crayon, and in 2025, he portrayed author Scott LeRette in The Unbreakable Boy.
Work Behind the Scenes
In 2020, Levi launched Wyldwood Productions, a company focused on storytelling across digital and traditional platforms. Wyldwood co-produced the 62nd episode of The FilmUp Podcast, featuring Levi’s own life story. The company’s first feature film, Sarah’s Oil, is set for release with MGM in 2025.
A Career Still Rising
From early stage plays to leading superhero roles, Levi’s journey reflects passion, persistence and genuine love for the craft. As he continues expanding into production and new film projects, his career shows no signs of slowing.
