
Zoe Perry is an American actress best known for portraying Mary Cooper on the CBS sitcom Young Sheldon and its spin-off Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. She is the daughter of acclaimed actors Laurie Metcalf and Jeff Perry.
Zoe Perry was born on September 26, 1983, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. she is 43 years old. Her nationality is American, and her zodiac sign is Libra.
She is the daughter of actors Laurie Metcalf and Jeff Perry, both co-founders of Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Her parents divorced when she was about two or three years old. She has half-siblings from her parents’ later marriages, including Will Theron Roth, Mae Akins Roth, and Donovan Roth (from her mother’s side) and Leah Perry (from her father’s side).
Personal Details
| Full Name | Zoe Perry |
| Profession | Actress |
| Date of Birth | 26 September 1983 |
| Age | 43 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Friends | Ashley Renee |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Current Residence | United States |
| Qualification | Northwestern University (BA); attended Boston University |
Career
Perry’s first on-screen roles came as a child, appearing as young Jackie Harris on Roseanne. After focusing on education and stage work, she returned to screen acting in the 2000s with guest roles on series such as Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Grey’s Anatomy, and others. She appeared in films including Deception (2008) and The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond (2008).
She had a recurring role as Jane on the ABC thriller The Family (2016) and appeared as Samantha Ruland on Scandal (2017), which starred her father. Her breakthrough came in 2017 when she was cast as Mary Cooper on Young Sheldon, playing a younger version of the character originated by her mother, Laurie Metcalf, on The Big Bang Theory. Despite the family connection, she earned the role through a competitive audition. The performance brought her a Critics’ Choice Television Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2019.
She continued the role through the series’ end in 2024 and reprised Mary Cooper on the spin-off Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (2024–present). She has also maintained theater work throughout her career.
Zoe Perry Husband
Zoe Perry married producer-director Gab Taraboulsy in 2022. The couple kept their wedding relatively private; reports indicate the ceremony took place in Tuscany, Italy. As of 2026, they have not publicly announced children. Perry is known for keeping her personal life low-key and maintains a limited social media presence.
Physical Appearance
| Zoe Perry Height | 5 ft 5½ in (166 cm) |
| Weight | 56 Kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Light brown / blonde tones |
| Body Type | Slim |
Zoe Perry Net Worth
Zoe Perry’s net worth typically range from around $600,000 to $1 million or higher. Her primary income has come from her long-running role on Young Sheldon, residuals, the spin-off series, and other television and theater work.
FAQs
When was Zoe Perry born and how old is she?
She was born on September 26, 1983, and is 43 years old
Is Zoe Perry married?
Yes. She married Gab Taraboulsy in 2022.











