What is Wilmer Calderon's Net Worth?
Wilmer Calderon is a talented Puerto Rican actor with a net worth of $1 million. Born on May 8, 1975, in Santurce, Puerto Rico, he moved to Brandon, Florida, near Tampa, with his family at the young age of two. Growing up bilingual, Wilmer learned Spanish from his parents and English by watching the beloved American children's show Sesame Street. His early passion was baseball, a sport he played year-round in Florida. By his senior year in high school, he set a single-season record for stolen bases. Continuing his education at Marshall University, he faced a pivotal decision between pursuing baseball or dedicating himself to acting.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Wilmer's journey into acting began with a small but significant role in the Florida-filmed feature 'The Walking Dead', which earned him a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) card. This milestone marked the beginning of his professional acting career. He quickly landed a recurring role in the TV series 'Second Noah' and appeared in the telefilms 'Summer of Fear' and 'Love's Deadly Triangle: The Texas Cadet Murder'.
Television and Film Success
Calderon's television career continued to blossom with guest appearances on popular shows such as 'Veronica Mars', 'The Shield', 'CSI: Miami', '24', 'NYPD Blue', 'ER', and 'Profiler'. His film credits include roles in Wes Craven's 'Cursed' and 'Venice Underground'.
Stage Presence and Mentorship
Beyond his screen performances, Wilmer is also active on stage. He has worked with the Actors Circle Theatre, showcasing his versatility as an actor. A guiding force in Wilmer's career has been his mentor, Benicio Del Toro, another esteemed native of Santurce.
Through his hard work and dedication, Wilmer Calderon has established himself as a respected and dynamic actor in the entertainment industry.
