Is there something beyond the veil? Zak Bagans, the name synonymous with paranormal investigation, has dedicated his life to exploring the uncharted territories of the supernatural, captivating audiences with his gripping explorations into the unknown.
Born Zachary Alexander Bagans on April 5, 1977, in Washington, D.C., to Nancy Knapp, an interior designer, and Larry Bagan, a salesman, Zak Bagans embarked on a journey that would lead him to become one of the most recognizable faces in the world of paranormal investigation. His early life, spent in a middle-class family alongside his elder sister Meredith, provided little indication of the path he would eventually tread. A graduate of the Motion Picture Institute of Michigan, Bagans initially set his sights on becoming a documentary filmmaker, a dream that eventually found its niche within the realm of the paranormal. He moved to Las Vegas, a city known for its glitz, glamour, and perhaps, its own share of unexplained phenomena, to pursue his filmmaking aspirations.
| Zak Bagans: Bio Data and Personal Information | |
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| Full Name | Zachary Alexander Bagans |
| Date of Birth | April 5, 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Washington, D.C., USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Parents | Nancy Knapp (Mother, Interior Designer), Larry Bagan (Father, Salesman) |
| Siblings | Meredith Bagans (Sister) |
| Height | Approximately 5 feet 11 inches (1.83 meters) |
| Weight | Approximately 80 kg (176.4 lbs) |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
| Career and Professional Information | |
| Occupation | Paranormal Investigator, Television Personality, Museum Operator, Author, Producer, Actor |
| Known For | Host of "Ghost Adventures" on the Travel Channel, Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum |
| Education | Motion Picture Institute of Michigan |
| Early Career | Wedding DJ, Documentary Filmmaker |
| Ghost Adventures Crew (GAC) | Founder |
| Net Worth (Estimated) | Between $30 million and $35 million (as of 2025) |
| Relationship Status | Not publicly dating as of 2025. Reportedly dated Holly Madison in 2019. |
| Children | None (has addressed and debunked rumors of having a daughter) |
| Associated With | "Ghost Adventures" crew members, various paranormal organizations |
| Notable Works | "Demon House" (Film), Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum (Las Vegas) |
| Website | Zak Bagans Official Website |
