Tess Sanchez is a casting director, creative writer, and entrepreneur who is best known for her work in the entertainment industry and as the wife of actor Max Greenfield. She has been involved in casting for popular shows such as Empire, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Grease Live, Gotham, and The Mindy Project. She is also a mother of two children and a dog lover.
Early Life and Education
Tess Sanchez was born on September 4, 1984, in Los Angeles, California. This celebrity has not revealed much information about her father, mother, and siblings to the media. She attended a local high school in her hometown and then enrolled in Woodbury University, a private institution in Southern California. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.
Quick Biography
| Full Name | Tess Sanchez Greenfield |
| Nickname | Tess |
| Birth Date | September 4, 1984 |
| Birth Place | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Age | 37 years old (as of 2022) |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) |
| Weight | 55 kg (121 lbs) |
| Body Measurements | 34-26-35 inches |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Shoe Size | 7 (US) |
| Dress Size | 4 (US) |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Latino |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Education | Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Woodbury University |
| Occupation | Casting Director, Creative Writer, Entrepreneur |
| Years Active | 2000-present |
| Notable Works | Empire, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Grease Live, Gotham, The Mindy Project, The Glass Castle, The Disaster Artist |
| Awards and Nominations | Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series for The Mindy Project in 2013 and 2014; Nominated for Artios Award for Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Television Pilot and First Season – Comedy for Brooklyn Nine-Nine in 2014; Nominated for Artios Award for Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Live Television Performance, Variety or Sketch Comedy for Grease Live in 2017; Nominated for Artios Award for Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Television Series Comedy for Brooklyn Nine-Nine in 2018 and 2019; Nominated for Artios Award for Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Limited Series for The Disaster Artist in 2018 |
| Spouse | Max Greenfield (m. 2008) |
| Children | Lily Greenfield (daughter, born on January 27, 2010) Ozzie James Greenfield (son, born on August 24, 2015) |
| Pets | Jackson (dog) |
| Net Worth | $1 million (as of 2023) |
| Social Media Accounts | Instagram: Click Here Twitter: See Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
Career as a Casting Director
Tess Sanchez started her career as a casting assistant for the film Cast Away, starring Tom Hanks, in 2000. She then joined The WB Television Network as a vice president of casting in 2000 and worked there until 2007. She was responsible for casting for popular series such as Felicity, Dawson’s Creek, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Smallville, and Supernatural.
In 2007, she became an independent casting director and worked on projects such as Man Stroke Woman, Revenge, Do Not Disturb, 10 Things I Hate About You, Kath & Kim, and Melrose Place. In 2009, she joined Fox Broadcasting Company as an executive vice president of casting and became the head of casting in 2011. She was one of the youngest casting executives in the organization and earned a reputation for her talent and vision.
She worked on notable television series such as Grease Live!, Gotham, Empire, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Wayward Pines, Last Man on Earth, Lucifer, and The Mindy Project. She also casted for films such as The Glass Castle and The Disaster Artist. She was a member of the Casting Society of America and the Television Academy.
In 2020, she left Fox Entertainment after 11 years of service. The reason behind her departure was the company’s decision to eliminate the EVP position she held as a cost reduction strategy. A spokesperson from Fox Entertainment thanked Tess for her many contributions and wished her the best in her future endeavors.
| Year | Project | Role | Network/Studio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Cast Away | Casting Assistant | 20th Century Fox |
| 2000-2007 | Various WB Shows | Vice President of Casting | The WB Television Network |
| 2007-2009 | Various Independent Projects | Casting Director | Various |
| 2009-2020 | Various Fox Shows and Films | Executive Vice President of Casting | Fox Broadcasting Company/Fox Entertainment |
| 2020-present | Various Creative Projects | Writer and Entrepreneur | Self-employed |
Personal Life and Family
Tess Sanchez met Max Greenfield, an actor known for his roles in New Girl, The Neighborhood, Ugly Betty, and Veronica Mars, at a bar in Hollywood in 2003. They exchanged phone numbers and went on their second date soon after. Max wooed Tess with a mixed CD titled Cool Jams that he claimed to have an extra copy of.
They dated for five years before getting married on August 8, 2008. Their daughter named Lily Greenfield was born on January 27, 2010. They also share a son named Ozzie James Greenfield, born on August 24, 2015. This couple also has a dog named Jackson.
The couple resides in Los Angeles and has a happy and supportive relationship. They are both playful with their kids and emphasize the importance of kindness and compassion. They also communicate well with each other and share their parenting duties.
Net Worth and Social Media
Tess Sanchez has an estimated net worth of $1 million as of 2023. She earns her income from her career as a casting director and a creative writer. Her husband Max Greenfield has an estimated net worth of $3 million as of 2023.
Tess Sanchez is active on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. She has around 45.3k followers on her Instagram account @tesssanchezgreenfield where she posts pictures with her husband and children. She has around 2k followers on her Twitter account @Tesssanch where she tweets about her work and personal life.
FAQs
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Who is Tess Sanchez?
Tess Sanchez is a casting director who is best known for her work in the entertainment industry and as the wife of actor Max Greenfield.
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How old is Tess Sanchez?
Tess Sanchez is 37 years old as of 2022.
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How tall is Tess Sanchez?
Tess Sanchez is 5 feet 6 inches tall.
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How did Tess Sanchez meet Max Greenfield?
Tess Sanchez met Max Greenfield at a bar in Hollywood in 2003. They exchanged phone numbers and went on their second date soon after.
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How many kids does Tess Sanchez have?
Tess Sanchez has two kids: a daughter named Lily Greenfield and a son named Ozzie James Greenfield.
