Peter Dager is a Cuban-American actor quickly rising in Hollywood. He is best known for playing Santiago “Santi” Wheeler in the 2025 Apple TV+ series Stick, alongside Owen Wilson. Trained in musical theater and with early child acting experience, Peter brings talent, discipline, and charisma to every role. At just 22, he is celebrated for his versatility, authenticity, and potential as one of Hollywood’s next big stars. Here’s everything you need to know about Peter Dager – his age, early life, career, net worth, social media, and fun facts.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Peter Dager
- Date of Birth: November 2, 2002
- Age: 22 years (as of 2025)
- Education: New World School of the Arts, Miami
- Profession: Actor
- Hometown: Miami, Florida, USA
- Current Residence: New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality: Cuban-American
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 165 lbs (75 kg)
- Hair Color: Dark Brown
- Eye Color: Brown
- Instagram: @pdager_ (~17,700 followers)
- TikTok: Active (~5,000+ followers)
- Net Worth: Estimated $500,000–$1 million (2025)
Early Life
Peter was born in Miami to a Cuban father and Venezuelan mother.
From an early age, he showed a love for music and performance, learning to sing and play guitar by age seven.
His younger sister was a major inspiration in pursuing acting.
He attended New World School of the Arts in Miami, specializing in musical theater.
During high school, Peter starred in productions like Next to Normal, In the Heights, and Evita.
When the COVID-19 pandemic canceled his lead role in Romeo and Juliet, he moved to New York at 18 to pursue professional acting full-time.
Education
High School: New World School of the Arts, Miami (Graduated 2021)
Studied musical theater, skipped college to focus on acting professionally.
Early theater training gave him discipline, range, and confidence for both stage and screen.
Family
Peter keeps his family private. Publicly, he mentions a close bond with his younger sister and credits both parents for creative and emotional support. As of 2025, he has not confirmed any romantic relationships.
Career
Peter’s career started as a child actor in shorts like Issue 1 (2011) and Fourteen (2013).
He gained early fame playing Harris in Nickelodeon’s WITS Academy (2015) and also appeared in Univisión’s Demente Criminal (2015).
After a short break, he returned to screen acting with Who Invited Charlie? (2022) and Insidious: The Red Door (2023), acting alongside Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne.
His breakout came in 2025 with Apple TV+’s Stick, where he plays Santi Wheeler, a young golf prodigy navigating pressure, fame, and personal challenges.
Peter’s six-round audition process and dedication to learning golf for the role earned widespread praise. He is also set to star in the upcoming series One Last Sin (2025).
Career Milestones
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Debut in Issue 1 (short film) |
| 2015 | Starred as Harris in WITS Academy |
| 2022 | Supporting role in Who Invited Charlie? |
| 2023 | Cast in Insidious: The Red Door |
| 2025 | Breakout role in Stick |
| 2025 | Upcoming project One Last Sin |
Social Media Presence
- Instagram: @pdager_ (~17,700 followers) and here he shares acting updates, behind-the-scenes content
- TikTok: Active with clips of acting and comedy sketches
- Twitter/X: Not publicly verified
Peter focuses on professional content over personal lifestyle
Net Worth
- Estimated Net Worth (2025): $500,000–$1 million
- Income Sources: Acting roles in TV and film, potential endorsements
- Assets: NYC apartment
Rumors of $5 million are unverified; current estimates reflect early career stage and earnings from Stick and previous projects.
Controversies
- Casting in Stick: Some questioned why a relatively unknown actor got the lead. His audition and acclaimed performance proved critics wrong.
- Name Confusion: Briefly mistaken online for esports player Peter “PPD” Dager; clarified he is solely focused on acting.
Trivia & Lesser-Known Facts
- Learned golf specifically for Stick.
- Musical theater training gives him discipline and stage confidence.
- Cuban-Venezuelan heritage brings cultural authenticity to roles.
- Praised for emotional depth and versatility at a young age.
- Maintains a grounded, professional lifestyle in NYC.
