Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1967-07-18
- Born Place: Alameda County, California, USA
Height:
5′ 11½″ (1.82 m)
Also Known As:
Mark Sinclair
Vin Diesel
Vin Diesel, born Mark Sinclair on July 18, 1967, in Alameda County, California, is an American actor, producer, director, and screenwriter. Raised in New York City, Diesel was introduced to the arts at a young age by his adoptive father, Irving H. Vincent, an acting instructor and theater manager. Diesel's early exposure to theater led him to pursue acting, and he made his stage debut at age seven in the children's play Dinosaur Door. He later attended Hunter College in New York City, where he studied creative writing and began screenwriting. Diesel's breakthrough came in the late 1990s when he wrote, directed, produced, and starred in the short film Multi-Facial (1995), which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival. He followed this with his debut feature film, Strays (1997), which was screened at the Sundance Film Festival. His work caught the attention of director Steven Spielberg, who cast him in the critically acclaimed film Saving Private Ryan (1998). This role propelled Diesel into the spotlight and led to a series of successful films, including The Fast and the Furious (2001), where he portrayed Dominic Toretto, a role that became iconic and solidified his status as a leading action star. Beyond acting, Diesel founded his own production company, One Race Films, in 1995. The company has produced several of his films, including the Fast & Furious franchise, which has become one of the highest-grossing film franchises of all time. Diesel has also voiced the character Groot in the Guardians of the Galaxy films and appeared in other notable films such as xXx (2002), The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), and Bloodshot (2020). Known for his deep voice, muscular physique, and charismatic presence, Diesel has become a prominent figure in Hollywood. He is also recognized for his strong sense of family and loyalty, values that are often reflected in his film roles and personal life. Diesel continues to be a significant force in the entertainment industry, both in front of and behind the camera.
