Joey Sasso was born on February 24, 1993, in Rochester, New York, where he was raised alongside his sister Milan. From an early age, Joey was drawn to the world of film and acting, and he began making his own movies on his family’s home video recorder. He soon realized that he wanted to be in front of the camera, and began studying at his town’s local theater company at just six years old.
Early life
Joey was a driven and disciplined child, and he stayed busy throughout the year with football, baseball, basketball, and even boxing, which he was nationally ranked in. Despite his busy schedule, he continued to study and work on his acting craft, and did various plays in theater as he grew up. He excelled in his sports and theater programs at The Aquinas Institute, the best private high school in his town, where he starred in eight out of ten plays during his time there.
Career and stints
After graduating from high school, Joey wasted no time in pursuing his acting career and moved to Los Angeles at the age of 18. He worked on various commercials and continued to study with the best teachers and mentors in Los Angeles to continue improving his craft. Joey’s hard work paid off, and he was set to work alongside Bill Paxton, Ashley Judd, and Ty Simpkins in the feature film “Life Briefly.” Unfortunately, the project was put on hold due to the untimely passing of the film’s director in late 2016.
Joey continued to act in various short films and landed supporting roles in feature films such as “They Want Dick Dickster,” which was directed by Robert R. Shafer, and appeared in popular TV shows such as “General Hospital” and “Perfect Match.”
The Circle and Perfect Match
In 2020, Joey rose to fame as the winner of the first season of the popular reality TV series “The Circle.” His quick wit, charm, and authenticity won over viewers, and he became a fan favorite. He has since continued to work in the entertainment industry and remains an active presence on social media.
In 2023, he starred in another reality TV show called Perfect Match where other reality TV stars come together on a dating show to find, well, their ‘perfect match’. He was paired with his on-and-off girlfriend, Kariselle Snow.
In a 2018 article published in Paper Magazine, Joey even discussed his dream of inviting Lady Gaga out on a date to McDonald’s.
Net worth
According to estimates, Joey Sasso has a net worth of between $3 to $5 million. As an actor, reality TV star, and former nationally ranked boxer, Joey’s various endeavors in the entertainment industry have contributed to his financial success. He has appeared in popular TV shows and films, and his win on the first season of “The Circle” has only further cemented his rising star status. Joey’s talent and dedication to his craft have helped him build a strong career, and it’s likely that his net worth will continue to grow as he takes on new projects and opportunities.
