Peter Facinelli is best known for his portrayal of Dr. Carlisle Cullen in the Twilight film series, a role that brought him international recognition. In addition to Twilight, he has appeared in numerous other films and television series, demonstrating his versatility as an actor.
Peter Facinelli met actress Jennie Garth in 1995, and the couple married in 2001. During their marriage, they welcomed three daughters. In 2012, after more than a decade together, Peter filed for divorce, which was finalized in 2013. The separation process was amicable, with both parties waiving spousal support. For child support, they mutually agreed to create a joint account to equally fund the needs of their children. They share custody of their daughters without a formal legal agreement, prioritizing a cooperative co-parenting approach.
Peter stated that the decision to end the marriage was his and admitted it was a difficult one. Despite their separation, he emphasized his ongoing respect and connection with Jennie, particularly for the sake of their children. While various rumors circulated in the media, including speculation about events leading up to the separation, the official reason cited was "irreconcilable differences." Jennie expressed reluctance about the divorce and her initial desire to preserve the marriage, emphasizing that, despite the outcome, they maintain a strong parenting partnership.
| Birth Date: | 26 Nov, 1973 |
| Age: | 46 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Film producer Film actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Queens |
| Education: | New York University Tisch School of the Arts |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Twitter Id: | Peterfacinelli |
| Spouse: | Jennie Garth[2001-2013] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 10 million |