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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Mizuo Peck was born on August 18, 1977, in New York City, New York, to George Leete Peck and Sanae Mizusawa. She spent most of her childhood in New York. Peck attended the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, graduating in 1995. She continued her education at the State University of New York at Purchase, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Theatre from the SUNY Purchase Acting Conservatory in 1999.</p>
<p>Peck is of mixed heritage: English, Irish, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherokee">Cherokee</a> on her father’s side, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_language">Japanese</a> on her mother’s.</p>

<h2>Early Acting Career and Theatre Involvement</h2>
<p>Peck's passion for acting began at a young age. She joined TADA!, a professional children's theater company in New York City, at age 11 and remained active there until she was 14. Her stage experience there laid the foundation for her future in performance.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough and Film Roles</h2>
<p>Peck made her film debut in 2000, playing the character Maggie in the independent movie Nicht Helen, Husky (translated as Winter of Regret). She followed this with a series of film appearances. Notable credits include:</p>
<p><i>Scenes of the Crime</i> (2001) as Sharon  
<br><i>Magritte Moment</i> (2008) as Karen  
<br><i>Almost in Love</i> (2011) as Kiko  
<br><i>A Case of You</i> (2013) as Jemily</p>

<h2>Rise to Fame: Night at the Museum Series</h2>
<p>Peck is best known for her role as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacagawea">Sacagawea</a> in the popular <i>Night at the Museum</i> film trilogy. She first portrayed the character in <i>Night at the Museum</i> (2006), followed by <i>Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian</i> (2009), and concluding with <i>Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb</i> (2014). Her performance in the series brought her widespread recognition and remains her most iconic role.</p>

<h2>Television Appearances</h2>
<p>In addition to her work in film, Peck has appeared in several television series. Her TV credits include:</p>
<p><i>Witchblade</i> (2002) as Mija Woo  
<br><i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_My_Children">All My Children</a></i> (2003) as Tia  
<br><i>Law & Order: Criminal Intent</i> (2006) as Sheila</p>

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<h2>Commercials, Modeling, and Music Videos</h2>
<p>Beyond acting, Mizuo Peck has been involved in various commercial campaigns and modeling endeavors. She has worked with major brands such as Suave, KitchenAid, Levi’s, Verizon, Oil of Olay, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. As a model, she was featured in <i>Stitch ’N Bitch: The Knitter’s Handbook</i> and contributed to an article for <i>Vapors Magazine</i>.</p>
<p>Peck was photographed by renowned <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Weber_(photographer)">fashion photographer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Weber_(photographer)">Bruce Weber</a> for <i>French Vogue</i> in 1995 and again appeared on the cover of <i>L’Uomo Vogue</i> in 1997, also shot by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Weber_(photographer)">Weber</a>.</p>
<p>She was featured in several music videos, including “The Girl at the Bottom of the World” by Thee Shambels in 2013, and “The Way” by <a href="/biography/clay-aiken">Clay Aiken</a>.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Public Image</h2>
<p>Mizuo Peck currently resides in Manhattan. She was married to photographer Jeffrey Shagawat, though public details about their marriage remain limited. Shagawat passed away in 2017. Information regarding her prior relationships has not been disclosed, respecting her preference for privacy.</p>
<p>Recognized for her charismatic screen presence and unique style, Peck has often been cited as a contemporary style icon. Her combined work in film, television, and fashion contribute to her broad public appeal. As of recent estimates, her net worth is approximately $12 million.</p>

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