David Ortiz Bio, Age, Height, Net Worth, Married, Wife & Children

David Ortiz is a former Dominican-American football player, best known as the designated hitter for Minnesota Twins of the Major League Baseball (MLB). He holds the Red Sox single-season record for home runs with 54. Throughout his career, Ortiz became a ten-time All-star, a three-time World Series champion and seven-time Silver Slugger winner.

Ortiz is a happily married man as of 2019. He is enjoying the most romantic and cheerful moments with his beautiful wife Tiffany Ortiz. So, does he share any children with his wife?

Who Is David Americo Ortiz Arias? Bio & Wiki

Ortiz was born as David Americo Ortiz Arias on 18th November 1975, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Moreover, he holds dual nationality of the United States and the Dominican Republic. David is the eldest son of Enrique Leo Ortiz (father) and Angela Rosa Arias (mother). He has three siblings, including Pedro Jaime Martinez who is also a former baseball pitcher.

David Ortiz celebrating mother's day with his lovely mother, Angeles, Rose Arias.
David Ortiz celebrating mother’s day with his lovely mother, Angeles, Rose Arias.                                                                                                  Source: Instagram

When Ortiz was a young boy, he had a keen interest in sports and participated in baseball games with a standout pitcher, Ramon Martinez. Later, he graduated from Estudia Espaillat High School in the Dominican Republic. While there, Ortiz was a standout baseball and basketball player there.

David Ortiz’s Career

David Ortiz started his career after the Seattle Mariners selected him as a designated hitter in 1992. Later, he made his professional debut in 1994 olaying for the Mariners of the Arizona League with 246 hits with 2 home runs and 20 RBI. While there he also impressed many fans and Mariners’ players like Alex Rodriguez.

Check out David Ortiz’s Career Highlights

Ortiz made his MLB debut for the Minnesota Twins where he played in 15 games with 327 hits in 49 bats from 1997 to 2002. After his contract with the Twins, he started playing for the Boston Red Sox. In his first home run with his new team at Anaheim, Ortiz hit a go-ahead shot to break a 14th-inning tie in an eventual 6–4 win but scored only 212 points. While playing Boston Red Sox, he played alongside David Murphy.

How Much Is David Ortiz’s Net Worth?

David Ortiz’s net worth is $55.5 Million as of 2019. Reportedly, he earns $16 Million as an annual salary since 2016. Ortiz also amasses a lucrative amount of money from his other works, which include endorsement deals with Dunkin’ Donuts, New Balance, and Marucci. Furthermore, his business deals are estimated to be $4.5 Million. Similarly, his wife’s net worth is $5 Million.

David Ortiz's house located in Weston Massachusetts.
David Ortiz’s house located in Weston, Massachusetts.                      Source: Boston Magazine

Ortiz and his wife bought a house in Weston, Massachusetts at the price of $6.4 Million in February 2019. Moreover, his home consists of six bedrooms, seven full bathrooms, two fireplaces, an in-ground pool, a year-round outdoor hot tub on 8,100 square feet.

Who Is David Ortiz’s Spouse?

David Ortiz is married to his wife, Tiffany. The couple first met when she came to watch a match between Green Bay Packers vs. Minnesota Twins in 2000. Shortly after the game, a mutual friend introduced them to each other, and they became friends. After spending a love time together, they expressed their love and engaged in 2001.

David Ortiz having dinner with his wife and kids.
David Ortiz is having dinner with his wife and kids.                                Source: Boston Herald

The love birds exchanged their wedding vows on 16th November 2002, in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. They celebrated their wedding ceremony in front of their friends and family members. Later, they welcomed three children, D’Angelo (born in 2004), Jessica (born on 23rd October 1996), and Alexandra Ortiz (born on 22nd March 2001).

Currently, the family of five is living a blissful life without facing any rumors and controversy about their divorce and extramarital affairs. Besides this, there are no records of Ortiz’s affairs and relationships.