Meet Julie Benz from Dexter: Biography, Net Worth & more

Publish date: 2024-06-06

Meet Julie Benz from “Dexter”: Biography, Net Worth & more- Julie Benz, the 50-year-old Pennsylvania native is a famous actress widely known for her role in Dexter (2006–2010) as Rita Bennett, in which she won the 2006 Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, as well as Darla in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel (1997–2004). 

Who is Julie Benz?

Julia Benz

was born to her dad George Benz, a Pittsburgh surgeon, and her mom, Joanne Benz figure skater on May 1, 1972, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the United States of America. 

When Julie was two years old, her family settled nearby Murrysville and she started ice skating at age three. She competed in the 1988 U.S. Championships in junior ice dancing with her partner David Schilling, coming in 13th. Her two siblings, a brother and sister, Jeffrey and Jennifer were in the 1987 U.S. Junior Champions in ice dancing and competed internationally. When Julie was 14, she had a bad stress fracture and had to take time off. 

She then ventured into acting after ending her career in figure skating in 1989. 

How old is Julie Benz?

Presently Julie is 50 years old and was born on May 1, 1972. Her zodiac sign indicates she’s a Taurus. 

What is Julie Benz’s net worth?

From her successful career as an actress, she’s been able to amass an estimated net worth of $4 million. 

What is Julie Benz’s height and weight?

Benz is naturally an attractive and cute lady. She has a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m) and a weight of 56 Kg. 

What is Julie Benz’s Nationality and Ethnicity?

The Dexter star is an American national and belongs to the white ethnic group. 

What is Julie Benz’s profession?

As a professional actress, Julie got a role in the play “Street Law”. Her first movie role was a small, credited, speaking part in the Black Cat episode in the Dario Argento/George A. Romero co-direction horror flick, Two Evil Eyes (1990) playing in one scene alongside Harvey Keitel. A year later, she got a role on a TV show called Hi Honey, I’m Home (1991).

After graduating from high school, Julie entered New York University to study acting there. After graduation, Julie moved to Los Angeles to further pursue her career and landed some small roles in movies and TV shows including a guest appearance on Married… with Children (1987) and in the Aaron Spelling TV pilot Crosstown Traffic (1995). 

She landed the role of Dala in the series Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997). This was the beginning of her successful career which helped her get noticed. She has also guest-starred on some popular shows like ‘Supernatural’, ‘CSI: Miami’, ‘And Law & Order’. In 2006, she earned herself the role of Rita Bennett in the award-winning show ‘Dexter’. Benz has received praise from critics and has won numerous awards for her exemplary acting. 

Is Julie Benz still acting?

Yes. Julie is still active in her acting career. She starred in the acclaimed TV series Love, Victor in 2021. 

What Hallmark movies has Julie Benz been in?

The American movie star has done well in her acting career. She has starred in the Hallmark Channel Original Movies Uncorked and Charming Christmas.

Who is Julie Benz married to?

Julie has been married twice in her life. Her first marriage failed. She was in a union with John Lassie from 1998 to 2007. Currently, she is married to her beloved husband Rich Orosco. The couple tied the knot in 2012 and are still enjoying their beautiful marriage. 

Does Julie Benz have kids?

No. The Dexter star even though has been married twice she hasn’t produced any kids yet with either her ex-husband or her current better half.

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