Biography
Ralph George Macchio Jr. is a New York native actor and TV star. He was born on the 4th of November, 1961. Ralph belongs to the American nationality and is of mixed ethnicity. The faith he follows is Catholicism.
Ralph grew up in Huntington, NY. His career started in 2016 when a talent agent first discovered him. The actor is known for starring in such films as Karate Kid, The Outsiders, Cobra Kai, and Eight Is Enough. Before his popularity, Ralph spent his entire childhood in New York and completed his high school education.
Family
Ralph was born into a well-settled American family in New York. His parents were quite rich people. Ralph's dad, Ralph George Macchio, is the owner of a couple of companies. His mom is Rosalie, nee DeSantis. Ralph was raised along with his younger sibling, Steven. It is known that he has mixed ethnicity: his mom is Italian, and his dad is of Greek and Italian descent.
Movie career
Ralph's debut was an appearance in the "Up the Academy" film. He started acting when he was 19. Throughout his career, Ralph has starred in over 31 films and more than 20 TV series. Ralph also played two roles in theaters at the beginning of his career. Once, he was nominated for a Kids' Choice Awards for Favorite Male TV Star. Also, Ralph appeared in a couple of music videos.
Personal life
Yes, as of September 2022, Ralph is still in a longtime relationship with his wife, Phyllis Fierro. They have been together since 1987. Ralph even has two kids: Julia and Daniele Macchio.
