Desmond Harrington net worth, personal life, career, girlfriend, biography

Desmond Harrington is an American actor best known for his portrayal of the character Detective Quinn in the television series ‘Dexter’. Over the years, it has been one of the fastest growing players in the industry with its ever increasing popularity. Desmond has been recognized for his performances in films like ‘Ghost Ship’, ‘The Whole’ and ‘Wrong Turn’.

He’s had a rollercoaster of a career that started as a waiter in a restaurant to the actor he is now. For many, Desmond is living the American dream, but he is the true example of hard work and perseverance. Most recently, Harrington was in the box office blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises. Keep reading to learn more about her transformation.

DESMOND HARRINGTON: EARLY CHILDHOOD, EDUCATION

Desmond Harrington was born on October 19, 1976. He was born to parents Mary Harrington and Michel Harrington. The Georgia-born child soon moved with his parents to the Bronx, New York. He spent most of his youth there. Harrington holds American citizenship and is ethnically white.

For his education, Desmond continued to attend college in Manhattan. However, Desmond failed to graduate as he wanted to continue playing from an early age. After leaving school, Desmond began working as a landscaper, laborer, and cold call at a brokerage. Then he had a part-time job as a bartender where one of Desmond’s friends encouraged him to join acting classes. It was probably the first step to greatness for Harrington.

DESMOND HARRINGTON: CAREER

In 1999, Harrington got her first role in Luc Besson’s historical drama film ‘The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Art.’ It was a good start for Desmond even though the film received poor reviews with relatively less success financially on the side as well. The next year he was seen in a small role for the movie ‘Boiler Room’ and in 2001 Desmond starred in the biopic ‘Riding in Cars with Boys’.

Harrington got his first big break in 2001 when he was cast in the British horror film, ‘The Hole’. It’s also the same film that gave Keira Knightley her first major role. At first glance, Harrington seems to have a knack with horror movies; he saw him again in an American-Australian horror film ‘Ghost Ship’, which became a box office hit. Then Desmond managed to land a role in one of the most famous horror films, “Wrong Turn”. The film was a huge hit and helped develop Desmond.

After the big-screen success, Harrington’s biggest small-screen role came in the form of “Dexter.” The crime fiction/mystery series aired on Showtime from 2008 to 2013 and was hugely popular. He was also seen in the comedy series Gossip Girl where he played Jack Bass, Chuck’s manipulative uncle.

Harrington also had a minor role in 2012 when he featured in ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ as the policeman who infamously ordered the bridge to be blown up. Desmond is still an active player and strives for constant improvement. This amazing actor for his performance on Dexter was nominated for 4 Screen Guild Awards.

DESMOND HARRINGTON: PERSONAL LIFE

Desmond Harrington, 42, is currently unmarried and unmarried. He is not someone who likes to share his personal life with the media and is not present on social networks and seems to enjoy his celibacy. However, Harrington was in a relationship with Amber Valletta in 1999. He and the American model could not continue their relationship and had to separate within a year. After Amber, Desmond was seeing Jennifer Meyer who was a jewelry designer. They had been together for a while, but as so often happens, they broke up in 2002.

Desmond has also had health issues in the past. Many Dexter fans could see the change in him. After the 5th season of the series, he was slimming down and had a chiseled figure. Many thought it was a plastic surgery job while others prayed for his life. Harrington later dismissed her rumors and said it was due to running and better nutrition.

DESMOND HARRINGTON: FORTUNE

Desmond currently lives in a luxurious house and he makes a pretty decent sum from the movies he plays. He is a very fashionable man who is also health conscious. He is seen in incredible costumes and a shiny Audi worth $40,000. So it’s pretty safe to say that he had a successful career. As of 2018, according to some reliable sources, he is said to have a net worth of $4 million.