Zooey Deschanel Husband and Kids. Know Her Net Worth and Family

September 2024 · 5 minute read

Zooey Deschanel is an American actress, model, and singer. She made her acting debut in 1999 with the movie, Mumford. Apart from her acting talent, the star actress is widely recognized for being the wife of Jacob Pechenik with whom she had two kids.

Now, let us get to explore more about the talented actress, Zooey Deschanel through her bio, which includes her wiki, family, husband, net worth and several aspects of her remarkable life and career.

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Who is Zooey Deschanel? Wiki, Bio

As per her wiki, her birth name is Zooey Claire Deschane. She was born on January 17, 1980, at Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Zooey is of American nationality having a mixed ethnic background.

Zooey Deschanel is the daughter of Caleb Deschanel and Mary Jo Deschanel. Her father, Caleb, is a renowned director by profession while Zooey’s mother, Mary, is an actress.

Image of Zooey Deschanel with her sister Emily Deschanel

Zooey Deschanel with her sister Emily Deschanel

Moreover, Zooey Deschanel ‘s sibling sister, Emily Deschanel is also an actress, director as well as producer. Moving towards her educational background, she went to Northwestern University. However, Zooey left the college to pursue her acting career.

Zooey Deschanel Net Worth

The talented Zooey Deschanel has earned a tremendous amount of wealth as the result of her successful professional career. Hence, it comes as of no shock that her net worth is at $16 million as of 2019. Even though her annual salary is still under review. However, we assume that she is earning a reasonable sum of income as her yearly salary.

Image of American actress, Zooey Deschanel net worth is $16 million

American actress, Zooey Deschanel net worth is $16 million

Zooey is known for her comedic roles in movies such as Failure to Launch, 500 Days of Summer, etc. Likewise, she is also remembered for playing the character of Jessica Day in the American sitcom, New Girl which got her nomination from Emmy and Golden Globe  Awards. With a resume like that, how can she not have a multi-million dollar net worth?

Image of Zooey Deschanel from the TV show, New Girl

Zooey Deschanel from the TV show, New Girl

Likewise, it was reported that she earned $3 million from her contract with the famous brand, Pantene. Apart from her acting career, Zooey is also an accomplished singer and has released several musical albums such as Volume One(2008), A Very She & Him Christmas ( 2011), Christmas Party(2016) and many more.

Besides, Zooey was also the co-founder of the female themed websites known as Hello Giggles. Working in the ventures, as mentioned earlier, has undoubtedly yielded her a sizeable sum of income, which adds to her already impressive net worth.

Zooey Deschanel Married life as Jacob Pechenik’s Wife. Any children?

Moving towards her personal life, Zooey Deschanel has been married twice in her life. She is currently married to her second husband, Jacob Pechenik. The wedding ceremony took place in the summer of 2015. The couple after dating for several years officially engaged in January 2015. Zooey Deschanel’s husband, Jacob Pechenik, is a movie producer.

Image of Zooey Deschanel with her husband Jacob Pechenik

Zooey Deschanel with her husband Jacob Pechenik

Later, the couple also shared two children between. The names of Zooey Deschanel’s children are Elsie Otte ( Daughter) and Charlie Wolf ( Son).

Image of Zooey Deschanel with her husband Jacob Pechenik and with their daughter (Elsie Otte)

Zooey Deschanel with her husband Jacob Pechenik and with their daughter (Elsie Otte)

A beautiful couple of Zooey and Jacob is currently enjoying a happy and blessed married life. Furthermore, there is no news of neither of them having a divorce or separating in the near foreseeable future.

How did Zooey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik met?

There is no information about Zooey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik about their dating history. Moreover, she has kept details of their first meeting under wraps.

Zooey Deschanel married life as Ben Gibbard’s wife. divorce reason

As stated above, Zooey Deschanel has been married twice in her life. She married her first husband, Ben Gibbard on 19 September 2009. Ben Gibbard is a musician and lead singer for The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie. The duo became engaged in 2008 before tying their wedding knot in a year later.

Image of Zooey Deschanel and her ex-husband Ben Gibbard

Zooey Deschanel and her ex-husband Ben Gibbard

However, their married life did not last much longer as the ex-couple announced their separation at the beginning of November 2011. They later filed for divorce on December 27, 2011. The reason for their divorce was due to irreconcilable differences that arose between them. Finally, the divorce was officially finalized a year later in December 2012.

Zooey Deschanel family, measurements

Zooey Deschanel belongs to a family who has deep roots in the entertainment field. Her father, mother, and sibling sister all are into the entertainment business.

Image of Actress, Zooey Deschanel height is 5 feet 6 inches

Actress, Zooey Deschanel height is 5 feet 6 inches

Likewise, the beautiful and gorgeous Zooey Deschanel stands at a proper height of 5 feet 6 inches tall. She weighs in 56 kg. Furthermore, she has a pair of two beautiful blue colored eyes and dark brown colored hair. Moreover, Zooey has a perfect slim figure. Her body measurements read as 34-24-35.

Fun 5 Facts

1. As of 2019, her current age is 39.

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2. Her zodiac signs is Capricorn.

3. She is highly active on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

4. Zooey has an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

5. She follows Judaism.

Quick Facts about Zooey Deschanel

Full Name

Zooey Deschanel

Age39 years old
BirthdateJanuary 17, 1980
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityMixed
Profession Actress, singer
SpouseJacob Pechenik(M 2015)
Net Worth$16 million
Height5 feet 6 inches
Weight56 kg
Martial Status Married
Children 2
ZodiacCapricorn
Social MediaInstagram, Twitter, Facebook

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