Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1971-10-05
- Born Place: Arkabutla, Mississippi, USA
Also Known As:
Matt Maher, Mathew Maher
Matthew Maher
Matthew Maher is a seasoned American character actor known for his distinctive voice and quirky, scene-stealing performances across film, television, and theater. Born in 1971, he grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was a high school classmate of Ben Affleck, which led to a long history of collaborations including roles in Dogma, Gone Baby Gone, Live by Night, and the 2023 hit Air, where he played the eccentric designer Peter Moore. Maher’s career is deeply rooted in the New York theater scene, where he is a highly respected ensemble player and an Obie Award winner. He notably starred in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Flick, a role specifically written for him by Annie Baker, and has performed extensively with groups like The Public Theater and Soho Rep. In recent years, Maher has gained wider mainstream popularity for his role as the lovable, swashbuckling Black Pete in the HBO Max series Our Flag Means Death. His filmography is remarkably diverse, ranging from blockbusters like Captain Marvel (where he played the Skrull Norex) to critically acclaimed indies like Funny Pages and Marriage Story. As of 2026, his momentum continues with high-profile projects including Kelly Reichardt’s art-heist film The Mastermind and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s upcoming gothic reimagining The Bride!.
