Matthew Gray Gubler is a versatile American actor, who is best known for his role as Dr. Spencer Reid on the long-running television series Criminal Minds. With his quirky personality and undeniable talent, Gubler has captured the hearts of millions of fans around the world.
However, his career is not limited to just acting as he has made significant contributions to directing, and filmmaking. Due to his growing popularity, people are often curious to know about his career journey and financial status. We have provided those details and more in the post below.
Early Life
Matthew Gray Gubler was born on 9th March 1980, in Las Vegas, Nevada. His parents are John Gubler and Marilyn Gubler. His father was an attorney, while his mother worked as a political consultant and rancher. From a young age, Gubler was creative and curious, which sparked his interest in the arts.
Gubler went to the Las Vegas Academy of International Studies, where he studied acting. However, as he got more passionate about filmmaking, he decided to study film directing at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. He completed his graduation in 2002.
Career
Matthew Gray Gubler’s career started unexpectedly. Before becoming an actor, he worked as a model after being discovered by an agent. He modelled for brands like Burberry, Marc Jacobs, and Tommy Hilfiger.
In 2005, Gubler landed his big acting role as Dr. Spencer Reid on the show Criminal Minds. His incredible acting skills helped him become famous overnight. His role as Dr Reid earned him praise and a loyal fan base.
In addition to acting, Gubler directed several episodes of Criminal Minds, where he showcased his skills behind the camera. He also directed a few music videos and short films, including Matthew Gray Gubler: The Unauthorized Documentary in 2006.
Gubler has also done voice acting. He voiced Simon in the Alvin and the Chipmunks film series from 2007 to 2015. Besides acting and directing, Gubler is a talented visual artist. He has showcased his art in galleries worldwide. In 2019, he released a children’s book titled Rumple Buttercup: A Story of Bananas, Belonging, and Being Yourself, which spread a positive message about self-acceptance.
Personal Life
Despite his fame, Gubler prefers to keep his personal life private. He rarely spoke about his relationships or family matters to the media. However, we do know that he shares a close bond with his parents.
As for his romantic life, Gubler is not married. However, he has been in a few relationships in the past, including actress Kat Dennings. He is deeply passionate about art and often talks about his love for unconventional things.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Matthew Gray Gubler’s net worth is approx. $10 million. Most of his income comes from his acting career. Just so you know, he was one of the highest-paid actors on Criminal Minds. Additionally, he generates a good income through his work as a director and voice actor. Gubler’s artwork and book sales have also helped increase his wealth.