Who is Steve Bauer?
Steven Bauer is a Cuban-American action film star and actor, best known for his role as the Cuban drug kingpin Manny Ribera in the 1983 crime drama film Scarface. In the film Scarface, Steven was assigned to work with well-known Hollywood personalities such as Michelle Pfeiffer and Al Pacino.
Likewise, Bauer’s other notable roles include drug cartel leader Eladio Vuente in the American crime drama series Breaking Bad and retired Israeli cop Avi Rudin in the twelve-episode crime drama series Ray Donovan from 2013 to 2020.
About | Info |
First and last name | Stephen Bauer |
Profession | Cuban-American actor |
Popular for | He is known for his role as Cuban drug kingpin Manny Ribera in the 1983 crime drama film Scarface. |
Birthday and zodiac
Age (from 2022) | 65 years old |
Date of birth | December 2, 1956 |
Constellation | Archer |
Birthplace | Havana, Cuba |
Nationality | American Cuba |
Ethnicity | American Cuba |
Education
School | High School Miami Coral Park |
University | Miami Dade College & University of Miami |
Physical statistics
Height | 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) |
Eye color | Black |
Weight | 72 kg (158 lbs.) |
Net value
Estimated net worth | $5 million |
Family and relationship
Father | Esteban Echevarria |
Mother | Lillian Samson Agostini |
Husband | Melanie Griffith (m. 1981-1989), Ingrid Anderson (m. 1989-1991), Christiana Boney (m. 1992-2002) & Paulette Miltimore (m. 2003-2012) |
Brothers or sisters | N/A |
Children | Alexander Bauer, Dylan Bauer |
Social media
Steven Bauer Biography Timeline
Steven Bauer is a Cuban-American actor best known for his roles in iconic films such as ‘Scarface’ and ‘The Godfather Part III’. Born Esteban Ernesto Echevarría Samson on December 2, 1956 in Havana, Cuba, Steven has had a successful career in film and television spanning over three decades. Here is a timeline of his life and achievements:
- 1959: During Fidel Castro’s revolution, Steven and his family fled Cuba to the United States.
- 1983: Steven starred as Manny Ribera in the classic movie “Scarface” directed by Brian De Palma. The film was a box office success and has become a cult classic.
- 1986: Steven starred in the crime drama ‘Wiseguy’ which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Movie.
- 1990: Steven starred as Detective Frank McPike in the crime drama series ‘Crime Story’ which aired for two seasons.
- 1992: Steven played the role of Don Eladio Vuente in the crime drama series ‘Breaking Bad’, which aired for five seasons.
- 1994: Steven reprized the role of Manny Ribera in the movie ‘The Return of the Godfather’, a sequel to ‘Scarface’.
- 1997: Steven played the role of Avi in the action movie “The Devil’s Own”, starring Brad Pitt and Harrison Ford.
- 2013: Steven played the recurring role of Avi Rudin on the Showtime series ‘Ray Donovan’, which has been airing for seven seasons and has earned him critical acclaim.
- 2020: Steven starred in the movie “El Tonto”, which he directed and produced.
Steven Bauer: Early life, family and education
Steven Bauer was born on December 2, 1956 as ‘Esteban Ernesto Echevarria Samson’. Born in Cuba and raised on the sulky beaches of Havana, Lillian Samson Agostini and Esteban Echevarria are Steven Bauer’s biological parents.
His mother, Lillian, was a teacher at a local school, while his father, Esteban, is a commercial air pilot who worked for Cubana Airlines.
His grandparents were originally Germans who emigrated to Cuba to hide their sheets from the devastation caused by World War II. Later, Bauer and his family moved to the United States on Independence Day in 1960.
Steven was only three at the time at the end of the Cuban Revolution when they settled in Miami, Florida. In the United States, Esteban changed his name to Steven and attended Miami Dade Community College to pursue acting.
After graduating from college, the American actor met Ray Liotta, a well-known American actor, during his higher education at the University of Miami. In college, Steven took theater arts and started working with Jerry Herman Ring Theater to excel in the craft.
Personal life of Steven Bauer
Steven is an adventurous soul who does not shy away from expressing himself to the media. He has spoken and reported on his marriage, divorce and affairs. Firstly, the American actor married the well-known personality Melanie Griffith on September 8, 1981.
The marriage lasted seven years, and the couple called it quits in 1987. Steven met acclaimed American actress Ingrid Anderson a year later, and the couple briefly got together. Ingrid and Steven married in 1989 and divorced in 1991.
Third, Steven married her friend Christiana Boney on June 27, 1992, which was even short-lived as the couple separated within a few years.
Steven has been married four times since 2023. He took the vow to Paulette Miltimore on December 28, 2003, which ended on September 18, 2012. Steven’s marriage to Paylette is the longest relationship the American actor has ever had. Likewise, Steven is currently in a relationship with Lyda Loudon.
What is Steven Bauer’s net worth in 2023?
The American actor has earned a lot of money and recognition to support his cozy and lavish lifestyle.
He is also the recipient of a Golden Globe Award and several Emmy nominations for his long reigning acting career. As of 2023, Steven Bauer is estimated to have a net worth of $5 million.
Steven seems to have a conservative implication on social media and tends to keep his personal life away from social sites. However, the American actor has a verified Instagram account, @offfficialstevenbauer, with more than 50.2k followers.
tidbits
- Steven was three years old when his parents emigrated to South Florida in 1960.
- He completed his high school diploma at Carol Park High School, located in Miami, Florida.
- In the 1980s, Bauer migrated to New York City and took acting lessons from famed guru Stella Adler.
- In his spare time, the American actor travels back and forth from Los Angeles to Miami.
- As of 2023, Steven is estimated to have a net worth of $5 million.