George Mandy
George Mandy Net Worth
Mandy Patinkin is an accomplished actor whose career spans across stage, in films, and in the recording studio. He’s best known for his dramatic roles on television shows.
He was born on November 30, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois to Lester Don Patinkin – a scrap metal dealer – and Doris Sinton. Additionally, he has one brother named Scott Patinkin.
Early Life and Education
Mandy Patinkin was raised in an upper-class Jewish family. She attended summer camps and studied at Jewish schools, participating in choir, orchestra, symphonic band, and school musicals.
She was an active participant in the National Honor Society, Top 50 and student council. Additionally, she participated in cheerleading, DARE, teen institute and volunteer initiative programs.
Mandy Patinkin has performed solo concerts across North America, including London’s West End and Australia. Additionally, he collaborated with opera star Nathan Gunn in An Evening With Mandy Patinkin and Nathan Gunn which has been touring since 2007.
Mandy is an accomplished professional but also a passionate social activist who has raised funds for numerous organizations that hold special significance to her. She serves as board member of the Arava Institute and continues to collaborate with the International Rescue Committee, raising awareness about refugee hardships around the world.
Professional Career
Mandy’s professional career has encompassed numerous genres, such as theatre, the concert stage, film and recording. He won a Tony Award for his role as Che in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita and was nominated for his starring role as George in Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George.
He performed solo concerts across North America, London’s West End and Australia/New Zealand. Additionally, he created collaborations with artists such as opera star Nathan Gunn in An Evening with Mandy Patinkin & Nathan Gunn; Patti LuPone in An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin which has toured since 2007 before playing Broadway in 2012; Bridges, a concert featuring musicians from various Middle Eastern countries; and The Last Two People on Earth: An Apocalyptic Vaudeville featuring Taylor Mac, directed by Susan Stroman.
Achievements and Honors
Mandy Patinkin has achieved great success in his multi-faceted career on stage, film and television. He starred as Che Guevara in Evita (Tony Award winning role) and George in Sunday in the Park with George. Furthermore, Mandy has made a notable impact on humanitarian causes around the world through his volunteer work.
He has earned several major accolades for his acting, including a Tony Award and Golden Globe nominations. Furthermore, he was recognized for his contributions to the development of new technologies in filmmaking; earning honorary membership in the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.
Personal Life
Mandy was a singer-actress who made her film debut in 1954. Additionally, she danced for the children’s film Adventure in the Hopfields.
She later worked as a writer and editor for Joe Weider’s Muscle and Fitness magazine, along with creating her own health food cook book. Additionally, she managed several Holiday Health Spas while lecturing on exercise and nutrition.
Mandy is the mother of two children, Mario and Maria. Additionally, she is a breast cancer survivor who has shared her story about overcoming this illness publicly.
Net Worth
George Mandy’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $4 million, due largely to his successful career in music.
He began his career as a stage actor in 1979, earning the Tony award for best actor for his role as Che in “Evita on Broadway”.
After that, he also had small roles in films like “Ragtime,” “Yentl” and “Dick Tracy”.
He then featured in the musical theatre play “Sunday with George”, earning him another Tony nomination in 1984. His acting prowess has seen him significantly increase his wealth over time.