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Kirsten Vangsness Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on August 15, 2026: By Abigael

Kirsten Vangsness is an American actor best known for playing Penelope Garcia in Criminal Minds.

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Best Known For:The television show Criminal Minds
Breakthrough:Cast as Penelope Garcia on Criminal Minds in 2005

10 Quick Facts About Kirsten Vangsness

  • Full Name: Kirsten Vangsness
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show Criminal Minds
  • Date of Birth: July 7, 1972
  • Age: 54 years old
  • Place of Birth: Pasadena, California
  • Popular As: Kirsten Simone Vangsness
  • Specialization: Actor and Screenwriter
  • Net Worth: $164,000-$10,928,000 (Estimated range)
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Kirsten Vangsness Age

Kirsten Vangsness is 54 years old. She was born on July 7, 1972, and her zodiac sign is Cancer.

Kirsten Vangsness Height

Kirsten Vangsness stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches. This is approximately 170 cm.

Education

She attended California State University, Fullerton, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre.

  • California State University, Fullerton
    • Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
    • Field of Study: Theatre
    • Period: 1996

Rise to Fame

Kirsten Vangsness rose to prominence for her role on the television show Criminal Minds.

Notable Works

  • TV Show: Criminal Minds (Penelope Garcia, 2005-Present)

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Kirsten Vangsness
  • Popular As: Kirsten Simone Vangsness
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: July 7, 1972
  • Age: 54
  • Birthday: July 7
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer
  • Place of Birth: Pasadena, California

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 7 in

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $44,000–$569,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $164,000–$10,928,000 (Estimated range)
  • Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work

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