Marcus McCurdy is a software engineer who’s perhaps best known as the brother of actress and author Jennette McCurdy. Over the years, Marcus has shared glimpses of his personal life through photos of his family on his Instagram account, marcusmccurdy, giving fans a look into his world. Before he made a name for himself in tech, Marcus pursued academics with dedication—he earned his undergraduate degree in computer engineering from California State University, Long Beach. Not stopping there, he went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from Drexel University, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

Born and raised in Garden Grove, California, Marcus grew up alongside his siblings: Jennette McCurdy, Dustin McCurdy, and Scott McCurdy. He shares a close bond with his family, which also includes his parents, Debra and Mark McCurdy. On the personal front, Marcus McCurdy is married to Ellie McCurdy, and together they are proud parents to a daughter. Life for Marcus McCurdy balances between his career in software engineering and the joys of family life—something he often subtly highlights, even if he stays out of the Hollywood spotlight that his sister Jennette McCurdy knows so well.