Peter Facinelli's Pickleball vs Racquetball Dilemma: A Choice for His Daily Routine
Actor Peter Facinelli shares his daily routine, including playing racquetball and dining with his kids Find out why he prefers racquetball over pickleball Explore his schedule from 7:00 am to 8 pm
Peter Facinelli, the actor, starts his day with a lovely wake-up call from his adorable 14-month-old son, Jack, whom he shares with his fiancée Lily Anne Harrison. In an exclusive interview with the latest issue of We, the 49-year-old actor expresses his joy in beginning his day with a delicious breakfast and quality cuddle time with Jack. Peter also has three daughters, Luca (26), Lola (20), and Fiona (17), shared with his ex-wife Jennie Garth.
Facinelli sticks to his traditional morning routine of playing racquetball, showing his strong preference for the game compared to the popular sport of pickleball.
At a specific point in his life, Facinelli stood in solidarity with his friends and fellow actors on the SAG-AFTRA picket line. The union recently reached a tentative agreement with the AMPTP, effectively ending the nearly four-month-long strike on Wednesday, November 8. (His film On Fire will be available on VOD starting November 14.)
Scroll down to follow Facinelli through a day in his life.
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Peter Facinelli Shares Why He Prefers Playing Racquetball Over Pickleball During His Daily Routine
In the latest issue of We, Peter Facinelli, 49, shares that a sweet wake-up call from his fiancée Lily Anne Harrison's 14-month-old son, Jack, begins his typical day. He expresses that there is nothing sweeter than having a good breakfast and some cuddle time with Jack. It is worth noting that Facinelli also has three daughters, Luca (26), Lola (20), and Fiona (17), from his previous marriage to Jennie Garth.
Facinelli maintains his morning routine by playing a game of racquetball. As a passionate fan of the sport, he proudly expresses his preference for sticking to the traditional game while acknowledging the growing popularity of pickleball.
In addition to his usual routine, Facinelli participated in a significant event alongside his friends and fellow actors. They stood together on the SAG-AFTRA picket line, showing solidarity during the nearly four-month-long strike. Fortunately, on November 8, the union reached a tentative deal with the AMPTP, effectively ending the strike. It was a noteworthy day for Facinelli, especially considering that his film, On Fire, is set to premiere on VOD just six days later, on November 14.
Scroll down to follow Facinelli through a day in his life.
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7:00 a.m.
Facinelli tells Us he has a tendency to hit the snooze button. “How could you resist this cute little fella next to you?” the actor, 49, says of his son Jack.
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8 a.m.
The actor incorporates a lively game of racquetball into his cardio routine. "It gets me motivated to go to the gym, and after I'm finished, I can focus on weight training," he reveals. "Exercising helps me unwind and maintain good health."
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9 a.m.
Standing united in support! "I've joined the picket lines to stand in solidarity with SAG-AFTRA and the WGA," Facinelli expresses his commitment to the strike. "I take great pride in my union and their relentless advocacy for the rightful and equitable treatment of creative individuals."
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12:30 a.m.
Time to enjoy a meal! "Lily and Jack cherish their lunchtime together. With our Italian roots, I learned that food brings families closer, and that's exactly what happens for us," Facinelli reveals. "We also add some fun and games into the mix."
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1 p.m.
Next, Facinelli starts working in his home office. "Despite the strike causing a slowdown in business, there is always creative work that needs to be accomplished," explains the Nurse Jackie alum. "In addition, a significant portion of my afternoons has been dedicated to conducting Zoom interviews for On Fire."
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6 p.m.
The father of four relishes dining with his family and their nanny, Nina: "With the girls' demanding schedules, finding time to have a meal together is like a special occasion that we genuinely treasure."
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8 p.m.
Facinelli tells Us that during the evenings, as the day is coming to an end, he enjoys taking a stroll in nature. This allows him to engage in introspection and contemplate on his day. Facinelli finds this activity to be very grounding and beneficial for his mental well-being.
