Pico Alexander is a prolific American television and film actor who garnered fame through his appearance in the 2014 crime drama A Most Violent Year. He played the role of the brother of the lead character alongside Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac. In addition to that, Pico has also played prominent roles in several other movies and TV series.

The fast-rising star kicked off his acting career in 2009 and has been active in the American entertainment industry for over a decade and counting. Asides from movies, the actor have also made his mark on the Broadway. Learn more about Pico Alexander below.

Biography

The talented actor, Pico Alexander, was born on the 3rd of June 1991 in New York City, United States; his birth name is Alexander Lukasz Jogalla. When he was very young, his grandfather gave him the nickname ‘Pico’ which eventually became his professional name. Pico spent his childhood days in Park Slope, situated in Brooklyn, along with his parents and family.

The youngster completed his basic education at New York City’s Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School. Soon after his graduation, he enrolled at Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts where he got a degree in theatre. While he was there, Pico featured in several theatre shows organized by the school and he was among the best performers of his set.

Professional Career

Pico kicked off his acting career in 2009 when he featured in a short TV film titled Turban. After that, he went on to star in Get Set Go, the following year. Later on, he played the role of Nick in teen comedy-drama series The Carrie Diaries alongside AnnaSophia Robb, Chloe Bridges and Austin Butler in 2014. In the same year, he also made guest appearances in other TV series including Alpha House, Unforgettable, Blue Bloods, and For the Record.

The young actor stepped into the limelight following his role as Esai Morales in J. C. Chandor’s 2014 crime drama series A Most Violent Year. The film also includes other notable stars such as Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain, and Albert Brooks, among others. After that, his next project was the 2015 series Orange is the New Black where he portrayed the role of Ian opposite Taylor Schilling and Danielle Brooks.

Pico’s next major role could be seen in the 2017 American satirical film War Machine where he portrayed Trey Wandella alongside Brad Pitt and Anthony Hayes.

After that, he went on to play the love interest of Reese Witherspoon’s character in the romantic comedy film Home Again the same year. His latest movies include Hot Air, Summertime, and The Portuguese Kid.

Is Pico Alexander Gay or Dating Anyone? 

There are many movie stars who enjoy striking a balance between their personal and professional life; Pico Alexander happens to be one of them. The actor is a very private person; hence, nothing much is known about his personal life, affairs, and relationships. However, following his on-screen matchup with his love interest Reese Witherspoon, Pico’s sexuality became a thing of public interest. Some of his fans were of the opinion that the actor might be gay and still in the closet while others strongly disagree. However, the actor is presumed to be straight and not gay.

While the prolific actor has been on TV screens doing what he knows how to do best, he appears to be secretive when it comes to his love life. He has not been linked to any relationship or anyone yet. He might also be in a relationship but has chosen to keep it away from the media eye. Most likely, he is choosing to focus on reaching the height of his acting career.

What is His Net Worth?

The promising actor has been earning a decent amount of money from his acting career. Given his interesting roles, you can say that Pico is already on his way to superstardom. The actor has been enjoying a luxury lifestyle and his net worth is said to be in millions. Pico’s net worth is still under review, however, several sources have estimated his net worth to be $17 million.

Family Details

Pico Alexander came from a middle-class American family and was raised by his parents – Lukasz Jogalla and his wife, Magdalena Deskur, who are both immigrants from Poland. His father is a well-known cinematographer while his grandfather, Jerzy Jogalla, was an actor. In addition, Pico’s great-grandfather Jerzy Turowicz was an acclaimed journalist. Since Pico hasn’t shared many details about his family, it is hard to tell if he is an only child or not.

Height & Body Measurements

Pico Alexander is a very tall and handsome young man. He stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) and has an ideal body weight. In addition, Pico has an enviable masculine body; sadly, his body measurements are currently unavailable. The handsome actor has brown eyes while his hair is also light brown in color.