Edi Gathegi is a versatile actor known for starring in projects like Twilight, Startup, Superman, and For All Mankind. Growing up, he wanted to become a professional basketball player, but a knee injury ended his career in sport and that’s when his focus shifted towards acting. Edi began his acting career with minor gigs and first rose to prominence with his role in the “Twilight” film series. This marked the beginning of his rise and his future projects like X-Men: First Class, The Blacklist, and StartUp, further increased his significance in the industry. Looking ahead, Gathegi is extending his portfolio by taking on diverse film and TV roles, further proving his ability to excel in various genres.
Edi Gathegi Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Edi Mūe Gathegi
- Nicknames: Edi G, Ed Lo
- Date of Birth: March 10, 1979
- Birthplace: Nairobi, Kenya
- Nationality: Kenyan-American
- Occupation: Actor
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Edi Gathegi Body Measurements Height Weight Shoe Size Statistics
Edi Gathegi Family Details:
- Father Name: John N’ Gathegi (Professor)
- Mother Name: Unknown
- Sibling Name: Nate Dawg (Older Brother), Betty G (Younger Sister)
- Spouse Name: Adriana Marinescu (m. 2018)
- Children Name: None
Edi Gathegi Relationships History:
- Adriana Marinescu – Dancer
Edi Gathegi Career Highlights:
- First Film: Crank (2006)
- First TV Show: House (2007)
Edi Gathegi Distinctive Features:
- Short curly hair
- Tall body frame
Edi Gathegi Body Measurements:
Actor Edi Gathegi’s body measurements statistics, including his height, weight, and shoe size, are shared below.
- Build: Average
- Height in Feet: 6′ 1″
- Height in Centimeters: 185 cm
- Weight in Kilogram: 76 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 167 lbs.
- Feet/ Shoe Size: Unknown
Edi Gathegi Interesting Facts:
- His Romanian wife is a dancer.
- He was born in Kenya but moved to the U.S. as a child.
- Edi speaks multiple languages, including Spanish, French, English, and Swahili.
- He aimed to become a professional basketball player until a knee injury ended his career.