Peter Ostrum

About

Former child actor who played the iconic role of Charlie in the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. 

Before Fame

He was discovered by film agents while performing at a local Cleveland children's theater.  

Trivia

He ended his acting career after starring as Charlie, and has since become a veterinarian in New York. 

Family Life

He married Loretta Lepkowski, with whom he had a son, Leif, and a daughter, Helenka. 

Associated With

He shared the screen with Gene Wilder in his most memorable role.