Ariel Workman: American Actress
Biography
Full Name: Ariel Winter Workman
Date of Birth: January 28, 1998 (age 27)
Place of Birth: Fairfax, Virginia, USA
Occupation: Actress
Nationality: American
Height:
Approximately 5 ft 1 in (155 cm)
Education
Homeschooled until age 14, then attended Campbell Hall School in Los Angeles, graduating in June 2016
Enrolled at UCLA in 2016 (deferred to 2017), then took an indefinite hiatus to focus on her career
Family and Personal Life
Parents: Glenn Workman (father), and Chrisoula “Crystal” Batistas (mother); older siblings Shanelle and Jimmy Workman
Guardianship: Removed from mother's custody at 14 due to abuse; raised by sister Shanelle.
Relationships: Dated Levi Meaden (2016–2019); as of 2020, dating actor Luke Benward
Personal Challenges: Underwent breast reduction in 2015 to alleviate physical and emotional distress
Advocacy & Lifestyle: Moved from LA to Nashville in 2022; volunteers with SOSA sting operations targeting child predators; advocates for body positivity and mental-health awareness
Career Highlights
Began in entertainment at age 4 (Cool Whip commercial, 2002)
TV roles include early guest appearances on Listen Up, Monk, Bones, ER before landing Alex Dunphy on Modern Family (2009–2020), earning four SAG ensemble awards
Voice roles in Disney/animated projects: Phineas & Ferb, Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Sofia the First (lead), Mr. Peabody & Sherman, Bambi II, Ice Age: The Meltdown
Featured in films like Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Speed Racer, Duress, plus voice roles in The Chaperone, ParaNorman, Smurfs: The Lost Village, and upcoming
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Net Worth & Earnings
Estimated net worth: Between $12 million (2024) and $15 million (2025).
Tv Salary: Started at ~$70K/episode on Modern Family, rising to ~$125–200K in later seasons
Voice Acting & Endorsements: Additional income from animation roles and brand work via social media
Real Estate & Investments: Properties in Sherman Oaks and Nashville; vehicles include Mercedes ‑ Benz G63, Range Rover
Summary
Ariel Winter is a multi ‑ talented actress and voice artist who rose to fame as Alex Dunphy on Modern Family. At just 27, she 's a vocal advocate for mental health, survivor of childhood trauma, and active community member in anti-predator initiatives. With a net worth around $12–15 million, she balances a thriving career with personal growth and advocacy.
