What is Chris Rock’s Net Worth and Salary?
Chris Rock is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director who has a net worth of $60 million. Chris Rock’s net worth could be much higher, but he lost tens of millions of dollars (reportedly as much as $40 million) in a divorce settlement with his wife of 20 years, Malaak Compton. They divorced in 2016 after 20 years of marriage. As we detail in the next section, Chris is one of the highest-paid comedians of all time. He has been performing standup for more than four decades, and today, he can earn tens of millions of dollars selling a single standup special. He was voted as the fifth-greatest stand-up comedian by a Comedy Central poll.
Chris Rock first gained a wide following thanks to “Saturday Night Live” in the early 1990s, but he had been performing standup and appearing in small roles for several years prior. Today, he is one of the most famous comedic actors in the world. He is known for films such as “The Longest Yard” (2005), the “Madagascar” film series (2005-2012), and “Grown Ups” (2010).
Rock’s biggest movies by worldwide box office include:
- Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (2012) – $746 million
- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008) – $603 million
- Grown Ups (2010) – $271 million
- Grown Ups 2 (2013) – $247 million
- Madagascar (2005) – $532 million
Rock voiced the character of Marty the Zebra in all four Madagascar movies, which were all commercially successful. He also starred in the Grown Ups movies, which he co-wrote with Adam Sandler and which were both popular with audiences despite receiving mixed reviews from critics. Chris also created and produced the semi-autobiographical sitcom “Everybody Hates Chris” which aired 88 episodes between 2005 and 2009.
When he is touring, Chris is consistently one of the highest-paid comedians in the world. For example, between June 2016 and June 2017, Chris Rock earned approximately $60 million. That was enough to make him the highest-paid comedian in the world. Between June 2017 and June 2018, Chris earned $30 million.
Netflix Special Payday
On October 30, 2016, Netflix announced the release of two new stand-up specials from Rock. He was paid $40 million ($20 million per special) in the deal. The first one, “Chris Rock: Tamborine,” was released on February 14, 2018, his first concert special in ten years. On March 4, 2023, Chris released a third Netflix special. This special, which was titled “Chris Rock: Selective Outrage,” was performed live from Baltimore and streamed worldwide.
Early Life and Career
Christopher Julius Rock was born in Andrews, South Carolina, on February 7, 1965. Rock and his parents moved shortly after to Brooklyn, New York, finally settling in Bedford-Stuyvesant after a second move. He was bused to schools in mostly white neighborhoods in Brooklyn growing up, where he had to endure bullying and harassment from white students. As the bullying got worse, he dropped out of high school and earned his GED while working at fast-food restaurants.
Rock first ventured into stand-up comedy in 1984 at the club Catch a Rising Star in New York City. As he performed, he slowly gained recognition, even getting a few roles, such as in the TV series “Miami Vice.” These early years are also when Eddie Murphy saw Rock performing at a nightclub and befriended him, mentoring him and even giving Rock his first film role in “Beverly Hills Cop II” (1987).
Saturday Night Live and Comedy Success
Chris Rock’s Journey
In 1990, Rock embarked on his SNL adventure. Alongside Chris Farley, Adam Sandler, Rob Schneider, and David Spade, they became the Bad Boys of SNL. His comedy album “Born Suspect” debuted in 1991. That same year saw him excel in his portrayal of an addict in “New Jack City.”
Departing SNL in 1992, Rock pivoted to the African-American sketch show “In Living Color.” Unfortunately, the show’s demise after six episodes left him with limited airtime. Despite this setback, Rock shined in the low-budget gem “CB4,” turning $6 million into $18 million in profit.
The comedy maestro unleashed his first HBO special, “Big Ass Jokes,” in 1994. However, it was his 1996 special “Bring the Pain” that secured him two Emmy Awards and a spot among America’s comedy elite. His political punditry on Comedy Central’s “Politically Incorrect” during the 1996 US Presidential Elections snagged him another Emmy nomination.
The HBO hits “Bigger & Blacker” (1999) and “Never Scared” (2004) entrenched Rock as a comedic juggernaut, lauded by Time and Entertainment Weekly. His Emmy-winning talk show “The Chris Rock Show” and Grammy-winning comedy albums like “Roll with the New” further solidified his comedic reign. “Kill the Messenger” in 2008 capped his HBO specials, netting him another Emmy.
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The Silver Screen Stint
Transitioning to movies, Rock starred in hits like “Down to Earth” (2001) and “The Longest Yard” (2005). His voice talents in the “Madagascar” films and roles in “Grown Ups” (2010) and more showcase his cinematic prowess. Rock’s upcoming gig as Roy Wilkins in “Rustin” follows his portrayal of Milton King in 2022’s “Amsterdam.”
Not just an actor, Rock donned the hats of writer and director. Films like “Head of State” (2003) and “Top Five” (2014) showcase his versatile talents. His documentary “Good Hair” (2009) delves into African American women’s hair culture.
Diverse Ventures
Rock’s dexterity extends beyond acting; he also excels as a television producer. His brainchild, “Everybody Hates Chris,” a show rooted in his teenage years, garnered accolades and nominations, including a 2006 Golden Globe nod.
For Favorite New Television Comedy, Rock received an award, as well as two 2006 Emmy Awards for costuming and cinematography. Additionally, Rock was the producer of the series “Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell” (2012).
Relying on his extensive comedy performance background, Rock not only hosted the 77th Academy Awards in 2005 but also took on the hosting duties for the 88th Academy Awards in 2016. A self-proclaimed “dedicated cannabis consumer,” Rock made an investment in Lowell Herb Co., a cannabis brand in California, in August 2019.
Will Smith Slap
The highly publicized incident occurred in March 2022 at the Academy Awards when Will Smith unexpectedly stormed the stage and slapped Chris in response to a joke the comedian had made about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett. Chris remained relatively quiet about the incident for almost a year until he addressed it in his live Netflix special on March 4, 2023, where he strongly criticized both Jada and Will Smith.
Personal Life
On November 23, 1996, Rock tied the knot with Malaak Compton-Rock, and the couple resided in New Jersey with their two daughters born in 2002 and 2004. Rock publicly announced his decision to file for divorce in December 2014, confessing to infidelity and a porn addiction. Their divorce was finalized in 2016, with Rock reportedly having to transfer approximately $40 million worth of real estate and liquid assets to his ex-wife.
Reports surfaced in July 2022 revealing that Chris Rock had entered a relationship with actress, screenwriter, and director, Lake Bell.
Real Estate
In 1994, while working on SNL, Chris purchased a home in Brooklyn, New York, where he resided for two years before relocating to the suburbs with Malaak. Subsequently, he rented out the Brooklyn property for $8,000 per month until 2017, when he listed the home for sale at $3.25 million. Following their split, Malaak continued to reside in the family’s 13,000-square-foot mansion in Alpine, New Jersey, which they acquired in 2001 for $3 million.
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Last Updated: September 5, 2024]
