Christina Ricci is a highly accomplished American actress known for her ability to portray unique and complex characters with a dark edge.
While she primarily works in independent films, she has also appeared in many successful mainstream movies.
Her talent and versatility have been recognized with nominations for prestigious awards such as the Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild, and Primetime Emmy Awards.
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Profile
- Full Name: Christina Ricci
- Stage Name: Christina Ricci
- Born: February 12, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, U.S.
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: American Actress
- Height: 1.55 m
- Parent: Ralph Ricci and Sarah Ricci
- Siblings: Rafael Ricci, Dante Ricci, and Pia Ricci
- Spouse: Mark Hampton
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $8 million
Early Life and Education
Christina Ricci was born on February 12, 1980, in Santa Monica, California, U.S. She was raised by her parents Ralph Ricci and Sarah Ricci and grew up with three siblings: Rafael Ricci, Dante Ricci, and Pia Ricci.
She attended Edgemont Elementary School, Glenfield Middle School, Montclair High School, and Morristown–Beard School before moving to New York City to attend Professional Children’s School.
Career
Christina Ricci started her acting career at a young age, making her film debut at just 9 years old in Mermaids (1990).
However, it was her role as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family (1991) and its sequel Addams Family Values (1993) that catapulted her to fame.
As she grew older, Ricci began taking on more mature roles, such as her performance in The Ice Storm (1997).
She has showcased her talent in a variety of roles, often portraying complex and dark characters. Some of her most notable films include Casper, Sleepy Hollow, Monster, Penelope, and Black Snake Moan.
In recent years, Ricci has also found success on the small screen with roles in shows such as Pan Am, The Lizzie Borden Chronicles, Z: The Beginning of Everything, and Yellowjackets.
Her performance as Wednesday’s mother in Netflix’s Wednesday (2022) has brought renewed attention to her career, and she has received critical acclaim for her role in Yellowjackets, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination in 2022 and a Golden Globe nomination in 2024.
Awards and Nominations
Primetime Emmy Awards
- 2022: Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for Yellowjackets
- 2006: Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for Grey’s Anatomy
Golden Globe Awards
- 2024 (Pending): Best Supporting Actress on Television for Yellowjackets
- 1999: Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for The Opposite of Sex
Screen Actors Guild Awards
- 2015: Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie for The Lizzie Borden Chronicles
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @riccigrams
- Facebook handle: Christina Ricci
- Twitter handle: @ChristinaRicci
Personal Life
Christina Ricci has been in several high-profile relationships throughout her career. She is currently married to hair stylist Mark Hampton, with whom she has a daughter.
Her previous marriage to James Heerdegen ended in 2020 after allegations of physical and emotional abuse. She was previously engaged to Owen Benjamin in 2009 and has also been linked to actors Adam Goldberg and Kick Gurry.
Ricci is a mother of two, with one son from her marriage to Heerdegen and one daughter with Hampton.
Filmography
Christina Ricci has a filmography spanning over decades with roles in movies and TV shows. Some notable ones include:
- The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993) as Wednesday Addams
- Casper (1995)
- The Ice Storm (1997)
- Buffalo ’66 (1998)
- Sleepy Hollow (1999)
- Monster (2003)
- Penelope (2006)
- Black Snake Moan (2006)
- Yellowjackets (TV Series, 2025)
Discography
While not a singer, Ricci has performed songs in some of her acting roles. Here are a few examples:
- Black Snake Moan (2006): This movie features several songs sung by Ricci’s character, including “This Little Light of Mine”.
- Lizzie Borden Took an Ax (2014): She sings the uncredited “My Bonny Lies Over the Ocean” in this TV movie.
- War Flowers (2012): Another uncredited performance of “Abide with Me”.
Net Worth
Christina Ricci is an American actress best known for her roles in films such as The Addams Family and Casper.
In addition to her successful acting career, she has also ventured into producing and directing.
Her hard work and talent have resulted in a net worth of $8 million, making her one of the most successful and respected actresses in Hollywood.