David Krumholtz Wiki: Everything To Know About The 'Harold & Kumar' Star

The Queens, New York native, David Krumholtz began his life on May 15, 1978. Krumholtz describes his upbringing as a very working-class, almost poor Jewish life experience. David Krumholtz was born to his parents Judy and Michael Krumholtz, who worked as a dental assistant and postal worker, respectively. Krumholtz comes from a Polish, Hungarian background. David Krumholtz began to pursue an acting career at the early age of 13 when he auditioned for a Broadway play called "Conversations with My Father" in 1992. After winning the role of Young Charlie in the play, David Krumholtz continued on to gain small roles in Hollywood movies, which led to a successful career throughout the years.

David Krumholtz's movie career began in 1993 when he starred in the movies "Life with Mikey" and "Addams Family Values". As David Krumholtz gained more attention in Hollywood, he would go on to play many memorable roles including his roles in "The Santa Clause", Harold & Kumar", and "Numb3rs".

Throughout his career, David Krumholtz has played many diverse roles in varying genres. The art that David Krumholtz brings to the screen proves his noteworthy talents and skills.

As the geeky friend to "Wednesday" (Christina Ricci) on "Addams Family Values", there was no denying that David Krumholtz was that little Jewish friend that we all had as children. The 1993 movie displayed the coyness of David Krumholtz and his ability to become a chameleon when necessary for movie roles he'd have to portray. "Addams Family Values" grossed a net worth of $48M at the box office.

David Krumholtz played "Bernard the Head Elf" in "The Santa Clause" in 1994. Krumholtz's transformation into an elf was both humorous and lovable. "The Santa Clause" followed the chaos of the life of Santa Claus and his famous elves as they prepared for the Christmas season. "The Santa Clause" went on to become one of the most successful holiday movie series, grossing a net worth of $189M and later being followed by two more films.

"Harold & Kumar" might have been one of those movies that fans never expected. "Harold & Kumar" follows two friends who get themselves into a two-hour debacle on their way to purchase their favorite burgers from the famous restaurant chain "White Castle" to fulfill their munchies after smoking marijuana. In "Harold & Kumar", David Krumholtz plays the two friends' neighbor "Goldstein". "Harold & Kumar" went on to gross a net worth of $24M at the box office and later became a movie series which spanned from 2004 until 2011.

In a film which seemed to have had no plot outside of the world ending and numerous celebrities (including David Krumholtz) making special appearances as themselves, viewers found themselves confused and in awe. "This Is The End" follows a group of friends who are having a post-apocalyptic life experience in which a housewarming party is being hosted by James Franco (who played himself). During the movie, a large hole opens in James Franco's yard, a demon attacks the friends, and singer Rihanna is killed within the first fifteen minutes of the movie. It left viewers gasping for air from laughter. David Krumholtz appears as an exaggerated version of himself in "This Is The End". The movie went on to gross a net worth of $124M at the box office.

David Krumholtz had the honor of being a part of one of the most controversial movies of 2016, "Sausage Party". Krumholtz lent his voice to the character "Kareem Abdul Lavash", a Middle Eastern lavash whose rival is the character "Sammy Bagel, Jr.". The film "Sausage Party" was meant to be a counter to the many Disney and Pixar films had seemed to be aimed at children. However, adults received a rude awakening when they took their young ones to see the movie. "Sausage Party" followed Frank, a sausage who tries to figure out his life and existence. "Sausage Party", being filmed on a budget of $19M, returned an amount of $140.7M to its creators from box office sales. Though critics approved the movie with a rating of 6.8/10, most found the movie to be aggressively offensive but thought-provoking.

Outside of his movie career, David Krumholtz has held many roles in television shows. Krumholtz' television characters are similar to his movie characters in that they are a diverse bunch of personalities.

David Krumholtz began appearing in Numb3rs in its premiere on January 23, 2005. Krumholtz plays the role of "Charlie Eppes", the brother to FBI Special Agent "Don Eppes". Krumholtz' character also has experience working with numbers as a college mathematics professor and prodigy. Krumholtz's character aids his brother in solving crimes, using his talents in the television drama "Numb3rs". The show "Numbers" ran for five years, producing six seasons and 118 episodes.

Set in the 1970's, David Krumholtz is "Harvey Wasserman", a director of pornographic movies in the HBO drama "In The Deuce". "In The Deuce" follows two brothers who are mafia members as they run their operations in Times Square, New York City. "In The Deuce" premiered in September 2017 and is in its first season. David Krumholtz holds a recurring role in the show "In The Deuce".

David Krumholtz married actress Vanessa Britting in May 2010 in New York City. Krumholtz and Britting have one daughter, born in 2014, and one son, born in 2016. David Krumholtz was diagnosed with thyroid cancer back in 2011. After five months of radioactive iodine treatment, he was declared cancer-free in January 2012. David Krumholtz holds a net worth of $8M from his acting career.

Fact One: Though David Krumholtz plays a mathematical genius on television, he considers himself to be a "math idiot". Fact Two: David Krumholtz attended New York University, but dropped out to pursue acting. Fact Three: David Krumholtz' costars, Jay Baruchel and Seth Rogen, were groomsmen at his wedding to Vanessa Britting. Fact Four: David Krumholtz is a Taurus. Fact Five: David Krumholtz was born on a Monday. Fact Six: David Krumholtz is 5'6". Fact Seven: David Krumholtz' eyes are dark brown. Fact Eight: David Krumholtz has never smoked. Fact Nine: David Krumholtz has no tattoos. Fact Ten: David Krumholtz is a native New Yorker.

After living such a fast-paced life, David Krumholtz has battled poverty and cancer and won both battles. The life of David Krumholtz is one of exemplary existence. Krumholtz currently works and lives in New York City and helps to bring awareness to thyroid cancer via his charitable contributions to the Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Hilarity for Charity organization. David Krumholtz, the father of two and husband, spends his days working on new projects, spending quality time with his family, and living the many adventures that come with fatherhood.