Hilarie Burton

Who is Hilarie Burton?

Hilarie Burton is an American actress, author, and podcaster best known for her breakout role as Peyton Sawyer on the long-running CW drama series One Tree Hill. Born in Virginia, she began her career as a host on MTV’s Total Request Live before transitioning into acting. Her portrayal of the complex, music-obsessed artist Peyton earned her a dedicated fanbase and established her as a prominent figure in early 2000s teen television. Beyond acting, Burton has expanded into writing with her memoir The Rural Diaries and co-hosting the popular podcast Drama Queens alongside her One Tree Hill co-stars.

In her personal life, Burton is married to actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan, with whom she shares two children. The couple resides on a farm in upstate New York, embracing a rural lifestyle that Burton has documented extensively in her writing. She has also appeared in series such as White Collar and made guest appearances across various television shows. Burton continues to engage with fans through conventions, podcasts, and selective acting projects while maintaining a lower public profile focused on family and creative pursuits outside mainstream Hollywood.

Personal Details

• When was Hilarie Burton born? July 1, 1982
• How tall is Hilarie Burton? 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
• Where was Hilarie Burton born? Sterling, Virginia, United States
• What is Hilarie Burton’s nationality? American

Hilarie Burton: Net Worth

• Estimated net worth: $3 million (as of late 2025)

Net Worth

Hilarie Burton’s net worth is estimated at $3 million.

Interesting Facts about Hilarie Burton

• She landed her iconic role as Peyton Sawyer on One Tree Hill after hosting on MTV’s Total Request Live.
• Burton is married to actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan and they live on a working farm in New York with their two children.
• She co-authored the memoir The Rural Diaries detailing her transition from city life to rural living.
• Along with One Tree Hill co-stars Sophia Bush and Bethany Joy Lenz, she hosts the rewatch podcast Drama Queens.
• Burton has openly discussed her experiences with anxiety and the importance of mental health in the entertainment industry.

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Filmography

• Leverage: Redemption (2021) as Maggie Collins
• The Walking Dead (2018) as Lucille
• White Collar (2010 – 2013) as Sara Ellis
• One Tree Hill (2003 – 2009) as Peyton Sawyer
• The List (2007) as Jo
• Solstice (2008) as Megan
• Our Very Own (2005) as Bobbie

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