Comedians

Ricky Gervais Net Worth

Published

2 years ago

Nov 14, 2023

Net Worth:	$160 Million
Age:	64
Born:	June 25, 1961
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)
Country of Origin:	United Kindgom
Source of Wealth:	Professional Comedian/Actor
Last Updated:	Aug 20, 2025

Introduction

Ricky Gervais is an English professional stand-up comedian and actor with an estimated net worth of $160 Million.

Gervais began his career as a stand-up during the late 90s. His comedy performances included five multinational stand-up comedy tours. He is also the author of the Flanimals book series. Gervais’ acting roles include Muppets Most Wanted, and the Netflix-released Special Correspondents.

Early life

Ricky Gervais was born in Reading and raised in Whitley, along with his three siblings.

His father emigrated from Canada to England during the Second World War, and worked labor jobs while his mom stayed home and raised him and his siblings. He often credits his wit and humor to his mother. After high school, he worked as a gardener at the University of Reading before moving on to the University College of London.

After initially studying biology, Ricky switched to philosophy, earning an upper second-class honors degree. It was at university that he met Jane Fallon, with whom he struck up a relationship. The two have been inseparable since 1982.

Career

Ricky Gervais' Career

After leaving university, Gervais worked in the music industry, trying his hand as a pop star with the band Seona Dancing in the 1980s. While performing with his best friend, Bill Macrae, he also managed the band “Suede,” before transitioning to a career in comedy.

Moving Into Television

With his music career going nowhere, Gervais segued into comedy, gaining recognition for his appearances on Channel 4’s “The 11 O’Clock Show” in 1998. His move to television was a stroke of genius that led to him performing alongside popular celebrities like Clive Owen, Gordon Ramsay, and Jonathan Ross.

In 2000, he hosted the spoof talk show, “Meet Ricky Gervais” on Channel 4 which became popular with his UK audience. His big breakthrough came with the creation and starring role in the British mockumentary series, “The Office,” where he played the character David Brent.

Gervais co-wrote and co-directed “The Office” with Stephen Merchant a friend he had met while working briefly at the alternative radio station, Xfm. “The Office” won critical acclaim, becoming a cult classic, and leading to its successful adaptation in multiple countries, including the United States. Gervais also co-wrote and co-directed another successful series, “Extras” aired between 2005 and 2007, where he played the lead role of Andy Millman.

The shows were such a success that he received numerous awards and accolades for his work in both “The Office” and “Extras.” During the initial series of “Extras,” Gervais invited well-known Hollywood stars like Patrick Stewart, Vinnie Jones, Samuel L. Jackson, and Ben Stiller to appear.

Stand-up Comedy Career

In addition to his animated films and various BBC shows, Gervais was also involved in writing and performing stand-up routines on stage. He kicked off his comedy career at the 2001 Edinburgh Festival Fringe with a hugely successful performance at the Cafe Royal.

What followed was a series of UK and US comedy tours, which were released on DVD and television, increasing his reach and audience. Despite criticism for hurting the feelings of various groups, Gervais ended up winning the Best Stand-Up Show at the National Comedy Awards. Based on this success, Gervais announced his intention to produce various comedy stand-up specials titled “Armageddon” on Netflix.

Podcasts & Film Career

He, along with Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington, created the popular podcast “The Ricky Gervais Show,” which spawned various spinoff shows.

In 2016, Gervais wrote, directed, and starred in the comedy film David Brent: Life on the Road. He also appeared in several Hollywood films, including the 2006 hit “For Your Consideration” with a host of top comedic talent. This was followed by his appearance in the “Night at the Museum” film series in 2006 with Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, and Robin Williams.

These were followed by “Ghost Town” in 2008, and “Muppets Most Wanted” in 2014; movies that exposed him to a wider audience. Gervais also wrote, directed, and starred in the romantic comedy film “The Invention of Lying,” released in 2009.

Hosting the Golden Globes

Gervais’ popularity reached its zenith when he was asked to host the Golden Globe Awards five times between 2010 and 2020. His wit and cutting criticism of Hollywood saw multiple clips doing the round on social media, receiving both praise and criticism for his humor. Gervais’ awards have increased yearly, including seven BAFTA Awards, five British Comedy Awards, two Emmy Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards.

To top it all off he was included in Time magazine’s list of the World’s Most Influential People, in 2010. Gervais was also recognized as one of the funniest performers in British comedy by The Observer in 2003. He is among the top stand-up comedians, ranking No. 11 in Channel 4’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups” in 2007 and No. 3 in their 2010 list.

Writing Books and Releasing TV Scripts

Gervais’s career has taken many twists and turns, including work as a voice actor, animator, and host of radio and television shows.

In 2004, he released his first children’s book, Flanimals, which included a host of nonsense animals that became extremely popular. He then wrote a sequel, More Flanimals, which was released in 2005, with a follow-up edition titled “Flanimals of the Deep.” His success as a children’s author resulted in more of the same, with the release of “Flanimals: The Day of the Bletchling” in October 2007.

Not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, “Flanimals: Pop Up” was published in 2009, and various dolls and gift cards hit the shelves. “The Office” and “Extras” scripts were also released as books, as were his Xfm shows under the title “The World of Karl Pilkington.”

Highest-Grossing Movies

The three highest-grossing films of Gervais’ career came from his role as Dr. McPhee in the Night at the Museum franchise. The original Night at the Museum (2006) grossed $574 million at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing movie of Ricky’s career. The second film, Battle of the Smithsonian (2009), had the highest budget of all three films, costing $150 million, but grossed less at $413 million. Secret of the Tomb (2014) grossed $363 million.

The majority of the remaining films on the list were from Gervais’ voiceover work in family films, including The Little Prince ($98 million), Spy Kids 4-D: All the Time in the World ($86 million), Escape from Planet Earth ($75 million), and Valiant ($62 million).

Here’s a complete list of Ricky Gervais’ ten highest-grossing movies:

Night at the Museum – $574 million (2006)
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian – $413 million (2009)
Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb – $363 million (2014)
Stardust – $138 million (2007)
The Little Prince – $98 million (2015)
Spy Kids 4: All the Time in the World – $86 million (2011)
Muppets Most Wanted – $80 million (2014)
Escape from Planet Earth – $75 million (2012)
Valiant – $62 million (2005)
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank – $42 million (2022)

Summary

Ricky Gervais is a widely talented comedian, one of the funniest stand-up comedians, and a well-known celebrity. His ability to move between acting, comedy, and radio mediums, along with expressing his artistic abilities through writing and directing. His net worth represents Gervais’s hard work in everything he does.

Comedians

Seth Meyers Net Worth

Published

4 weeks ago

Jul 24, 2025

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$26 Million
Age:	51
Born:	December 28, 1973
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Comedian
Last Updated:	Aug 19, 2025

Introduction

Seth Meyers is an American professional comedian, writer, and actor with an estimated net worth of $26 Million.

Late Night Contract Renewal

In 2024, shortly after Meyers celebrated 10 years of hosting Late Night with Seth Meyers, NBCUniversal announced that his contract had been renewed until 2028. The agreement also included a deal between Meyers’ own production company, Sethmaker Shoemeyers, and Universal Studio Group for him to develop other projects for NBCUniversal.

Meyers’ contract for hosting the show pays him around $5 million per year. However, this amount is significantly lower than that of other late-night TV hosts, such as Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel, who both earn $15 million per year.

Despite the renewal, the show’s house band, the 8G Band, was let go by the show in August 2024 to cut costs. However, they still provided pre-recorded music, rather than playing live in the studio. Since Meyers took over the slot from Jimmy Fallon in 2014, the show has received 11 Emmy nominations, seven Writers Guild of America Award nominations, and won two Critics’ Choice Awards.

Real Estate

Meyers and his wife purchased an apartment in the West Village neighborhood of New York in December 2013 for $3.5 million. Subsequently, they renovated the property before listing it for sale in 2017 for $4.5 million. The two-bedroom apartment, which featured a sunken living room with a fireplace, a modernized kitchen, and a spa bathroom, was sold in early 2018 for the full asking price.

Before the sale of the apartment was completed, the couple purchased a 5-bedroom duplex in Greenwich Village in 2016 for $7.5 million, as they needed more space following the birth of their first child. The 3,200-square-foot residence features two wood-burning fireplaces, a chef’s kitchen, a spacious living/dining room, four and a half bathrooms, and wooden beamed ceilings. The duplex occupies two floors of a 15-story building, which has only two apartments per floor, providing complete privacy for Meyers and his wife in a prime location in the city.

Philanthropy

Meyers has supported various charitable organizations, including Amnesty International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Cycle for Survival, Forgotten Harvest, Memorial Sloan-Kettering, Mia Hamm Foundation, Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation, Natural Resources Defense Council, and Somaly Mam Foundation.

Highlights

Here are some of the best highlights of Seth Meyers’ career:

Late Night with Seth Meyers
Weekend Update
Hosted the Webby Awards (2008, 2009)

Comedians

Gabriel Iglesias Net Worth

Published

1 month ago

Jul 21, 2025

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$40 Million
Age:	49
Born:	July 15, 1976
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional Comedian
Last Updated:	Aug 19, 2025

Introduction

Gabriel Iglesias is an American professional comedian and actor with an estimated net worth of $40 Million.

Earnings History

Year	Earnings
2013	$11,000,000
2015	$8,500,000
2016	$9,500,000
2018	$20,500,000
2019	$22,000,000
Total	$71,500,000

In 2013, Forbes listed Iglesias among the world’s highest-paid comedians, earning an estimated $11 million that year. During this time, the majority of his income was earned through live performances. This includes 2015 and 2016, when he made the list again, earning an estimated $8.5 million and $9.5 million, respectively. By 2018, Gabriel Iglesias was earning $20.5 million per year through a combination of live performances — 136 in a twelve-month period, to be exact — plus voiceover work, and of course, his Netflix contract. The following year, he earned a similar figure of $22 million, which shows just how much of an impact Netflix has had on his earnings since releasing his first special.

Netflix Deal

In 2024, Gabriel Iglesias signed a contract with Netflix to release several comedy specials exclusively on the streaming platform. However, this was not the first deal the comedian signed with Netflix, as he’d previously released specials such as I’m Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry in 2016 and One Show Fits All in 2019. In 2022, he released Stadium Fluffy: Live From Los Angeles, with the live performance at Dodger Stadium selling out.

Since signing his current agreement, Iglesias has released his fourth Netflix special, Legend of Fluffy, which aired in January 2025. According to industry estimates, under his numerous deals with Netflix, Gabriel earns anywhere between $10 million and $15 million per special.

Volkswagen Bus Collection

Wealthy celebrities often enjoy buying luxury supercars like Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Bugattis. Others love collecting classic cars, such as American muscle from the 1960s and 1970s. Gabriel Iglesias, on the other hand, owns a collection of vehicles that truly fits his personality, and might not be all that surprising to his fans.

Iglesias loves to collect just one vehicle in particular, the Volkswagen Bus. In 2019, he took Business Insider on a tour of his museum, named The Fluffy Museum, which showcases his entire collection. By our count, there are roughly fourteen or fifteen VW buses lined up in his collection, each a different variant, either by color, cab, year, or model. This includes a custom-painted Iron Man Bus that used to be green. According to the Fluffy Guy himself, each VW Bus in his collection is valued at between $100,000 and $200,000. He also owns several VW Beetles, and of course, as any American classic car collector would, several Camaros.

In the video, Gabriel states that his current collection is worth approximately $3 million, with the VW Buses likely accounting for the majority of that value. The inspiration for collecting classic cars initially came from TV host Jay Leno, who is no stranger to valuable vehicles.

Real Estate

In September 2006, Gabriel Iglesias paid $1.4 million for a 3,322-square-foot, four-bedroom, four-bathroom home in Signal Hill, California. According to public records, ownership changed hands in 2018, but a purchase price was not listed. Reports suggest that he has since moved to San Antonio, Texas, although this is not entirely confirmed.

Highlights

Here are some of the best highlights of Gabriel Iglesias’ career:

Gabriel Iglesias: Hot and Fluffy (Stand-up, 2007)
Magic Mike (Movie, 2012)
Gabriel Iglesias: Aloha Fluffy (Stand-up, 2013)
The Fluffy Movie (Movie, 2014)
Magic Mike XXL (Movie, 2015)
Coco (Movie, 2017)

Comedians

Jordan Peele Net Worth

Published

2 months ago

Jun 16, 2025

Dan Western

Net Worth:	$50 Million
Age:	46
Born:	February 21, 1979
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional Actor
Last Updated:	Aug 19, 2025

Introduction

Jordan Peele is an American professional actor, comedian, and filmmaker with an estimated net worth of $50 Million.

Before Wealth & Fame

Growing up in New York City, Jordan Peele was raised by his single mother in Manhattan’s Upper West Side. He attended The Calhoun School, a prestigious private school in the city, and was passionate about sketch comedy and horror movies from a young age. Peel later stated that some of his early influences included Eddie Murphy, Tim Burton, and Monty Python.

Although Jordan briefly attended Sarah Lawrence College, where he majored in puppetry and film, he dropped out after just two years to join Amsterdam’s Boom Chicago improv group. He lived there for roughly two years while performing with the group, and after this, he met Keegan-Michael Key while the pair worked together on MADtv in 2004. The duo would form a great friendship and, later, an iconic working relationship.

Key & Peele

Having already established a solid friendship, Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key co-developed and hosted the Comedy Central sketch-comedy show Key & Peele. The show featured numerous comical characters created by the duo, including DeVon, a paranoid landlord; Mr. Garvey, a substitute teacher; and Luther, an anger translator for Barack Obama.

From 2012 to 2015, the show aired on Comedy Central for five seasons and 54 episodes. Although it wasn’t the first project of Key and Peele’s career, it cemented their position in the comedic industry.

TV Career

Before, during, and after Key & Peele, Jordan landed various roles in popular television shows. Many of these roles were single-episode appearances in series such as Reno 911!, The Mindy Project, Workaholics, and Modern Family.

Peele is also well-known for his voiceover work in adult animated television shows, including Bob’s Burgers, American Dad!, Robot Chicken, Rick & Morty, and Big Mouth. In fact, in recent years, Netflix’s Big Mouth has been Peele’s most significant series, playing multiple characters throughout the show’s eight seasons.

Monkeypaw Productions

In 2012, Jordan Peele launched Monkeypaw Productions, his film production company. While the company was founded at the same time as Key & Peele aired, it would later serve as the production company for all of Peele’s horror films.

In 2017, desperate to revisit his childhood passion for horror movies, Peele produced his first horror flick, Get Out, through Monkeypaw Productions on a $4.5 million budget. The film featured a never-before-seen plotline and was a massive success in the genre, grossing over $255 million globally.

This led to Monkeypaw Productions inking a five-year exclusive deal with Universal Pictures, resulting in a string of unique horror films produced in the late 2010s and early 2020s. These films, including Us (2019), BlacKkKlansman (2018), Candyman (2021), and Nope (2022), have featured stars such as Daniel Kaluuya, Bradley Whitford, Keke Palmer, and Winston Duke. While the company is best known for its films Get Out, Us, and Nope, it has also produced several hit TV shows, including Lorena, Weird City, The Twilight Zone, and The Last O.G.

Highest-Grossing Films

The films produced by Jordan Peele through Monkeypaw Productions have performed well at the box office, grossing over $800 million. Get Out and Us produced the highest returns on investment, with budgets of $5 million and $4.5 million, respectively. Nope had the highest production budget of any film the company has produced, costing a total of $68 million. However, it struggled to reach the heights of the earlier films, grossing just $172 million.

Here’s a list of the highest-grossing films that Moneypaw Productions has produced: