Paige Turco Bio: Age Net Worth, And Height Of The Actress

American actress Paige Turco (born May 17, 1965) has come a long way since her days as Dinah on CBS’ Guiding Light. She began her career in the late 80s with the role and then portrayed Melanie in ABC’s All My Children. With the turn of the decade, Turco took on main roles in ABC’s Winnetka Road and Shaun Cassidy’s American Gothic, proving her talent as a performer and thereby cementing her status as a true television star. She made her feature film debut as April O’Neil in 1991’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze, a role she reprised in the movie’s 1993 sequel, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III.

Given her impressive career journey, it is hard to imagine acting wasn’t Paige Turco’s first career choice. She was knocked into the profession and has managed to make good of it. As she continues to consolidate her Hollywood Legacy, so has she piqued public interest about her life outside of what she does for a living. From her family background to her net worth and what have you, here’s a rundown of Paige Turco’s life and career.

Profile Summary of Paige Turco

Full Name: Paige Turco
Gender: Female
Date of Birth: May 17, 1965
Paige Turco’s Age: 59 Years Old
Ethnicity: Caucasian (Italian, French-Canadian, and English)
Nationality: American
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Marital Status: Divorced
Paige Turco’s Ex-husband: Jason O’Mara
Duration of Marriage: 14 years
Paige Turco’s Children: One (David O’Mara)
Paige Turco’s Parents: Joyce and David Turco
Paige Turco’s Net Worth: $7 Million
Famous For: Career as an Actress
Paige Turco’s Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches (163 cm/ 163 m)

Early Life And Family Background: Where Is Paige Turco From?

The American actress was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on May 17, 1965, and is currently 59 years old. Paige Turco is of Italian, French-Canadian, and English ancestry. Her parents are David Turco and Joyce Turco. Sadly, Paige wasn’t fortunate enough to have Daddy witness her prom night; he died when she was still a toddler. Perhaps in a bid to leave the memories of her husband’s passing behind, Paige’s mother moved them to a new community.

Paige graduated from the Walnut Hill School in 1983, she also attended Bay Path College and graduated in 1987. Seeking more knowledge, Turco majored in drama at the University of Connecticut. As a child, she trained to be a classical ballerina and hoped to become successful at it. She had the opportunity to perform at the New England Dance Conservatory, Western Massachusetts Ballet Company, and Amherst Ballet Theatre Company.

Before she could achieve fame as a ballerina, the would-be superstar broke her foot during a rehearsal, cutting short her dreams. While she might have sulked at her misfortune, fate had bigger plans.

Paige Turco’s Movies And TV Shows: What Is She Known For?

Paige Turco had a short-lived dance experience. However, she got her fame and fortune starring in movies and TV series. Turco’s breakthrough act was in an 80s TV Series Guiding Light, wherein she played Dinah Marter. Some of the movies she was involved in became blockbusters. Here are a few of her most popular works:

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze (1991)

Rated 6/10 on IMDb, this movie directed by Dave Green cast Paige as April O’Neil, an ally to the ninja turtles working hard to take down Shredder and his minions. The movie won the BMI Film and TV Awards and the Kids’ Choice Awards in 1992.

The 100 (2014-2020)

In this American post-apocalyptic sci-fi TV Series, Paige played Dr. Abigail Griffin. It has 85 episodes which first aired in 2014 and ended in 2020. According to IMDb ratings, this series is scored 7.6/10. The 100 won the 2015 Saturn Awards and the 2016 MTV Fandom Awards, alongside dozens of nominations for other coveted gongs.

Books of Blood (2020)

Books of Blood is an American horror movie directed by Brannon Braga. The movie was inspired by a book of the same name written by Clive Barker. Brannon Braga’s version is the second film adaptation. The first was released in 2009. Books of Blood has a rating of 5.6/10 on IMDb. Paige Turco portrayed Nicole alongside Britt Robertson, Nicholas Campbell, and Anna Friel.

Separated at Birth (2018)

Paige Turco portrayed Elizabeth Marshall, a criminal prosecutor running for Governor of Pennsylvania in Separated at Birth, a thriller directed by Jean-Francois Rivard and rated 5.7/10 on IMDb. The movie received two nominations in 2019 from the Leo Awards and the Writers Guild of Canada.

Person of Interest (2011-2015)

Rated 8.5/10 on IMDb, Paige appeared in 9 episodes of the series as Zoe Morgan. The series received at least 9 awards and 22 nominations. It also featured big stars like Taraji P. and Jim Caviezel.

How Old Was The Actress In The 100?

When The 100 first premiered in 2014, Paige Turco was 49 years old. And by the time the series ended in 2020, she was 55 years of age. Paige played Dr. Abigail Griffin in the sci-fi series set 97 years after Earth’s destruction in a nuclear war. With the hopes of repopulating Earth, 100 juvenile delinquents housed in a spaceship are returned.

Who Is Paige Turco Married To?

Paige Turco and ex-husband Jason O'Mara — Paige and ex-husband Jason O’Mara (Pinterest)

Paige Turco seems to be single at the moment, but she was previously married to fellow movie star Jason O’Mara. O’Mara is an Irish performer known for his roles in Life on Mars, In Justice, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and many more. He was born on August 6, 1972, and is 52 years old right now. Paige and Jason first met on the set of The Agents in 2002. Turco was already part of the show from the beginning while O’Mara was just appearing for the first time.

The two grew fond of each other and their friendship blossomed into a 9 months romantic relationship. While in Jamaica on a holiday, O’Mara proposed to Turco, and on September 19, 2003, the couple exchanged marriage vows. The stars welcomed their son and only child David in 2004. In 2017, the actress filed for a divorce citing irreconcilable differences. In the end, Turco and O’Mara share joint custody of their son.

The Actress Has A Net Worth Of $7 Million

Paige is regarded as a talented and versatile actress who has won the hearts of many renowned movie directors. Since 1987, the stunning actress has featured in more than 40 movies and TV shows, some of which are successful franchises. Through earnings from her work, she has managed to grow her fortune. Today, she is worth $7 million. Besides acting, she has voiced various video game characters, buoying up her income.

Paige Turco is involved in charitable organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association and Autism Speaks. Compared to her ex-husband, Paige seems to be faring better. Jason O’Mara’s net worth is estimated at $5 million. Besides Shawn Mendes who appeared briefly in The 100, Paige Turco has an impressive net worth compared to the rest of the cast.

That can be attributed to her longevity on screen and the number of high-grossing movies she’s been involved in. Actresses like Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie make Paige’s net worth look like child’s play. The two veteran actresses have a combined fortune of over $400 million—$300M and $120M, respectively. While Turco is nowhere near, she still belongs to the club of millionaires.

How Tall Is Paige Turco?

Paige Turco is 5 feet 4 inches tall and has a slim build. Her height isn’t an imposing one and falls with the average. Although debated by experts, the global average height of women is 5 feet 3 inches. In the USA, the average height of caucasian women is 5 feet 3 inches. For Afro-American women, their average is 5 feet 4 inches. Paige’s height didn’t stop her from being a screen goddess. Armed with her creativity, ravishing beauty, and stunning body, she has earned her spot as one of Hollywood’s most talented actresses. Below is a rough sketch of her height compared to other famous Hollywood actresses: