There is a rise in discussion surrounding Ben Stiller’s net worth, following his return to acting after a 7-year hiatus. After years, he is all set to star in the upcoming Nutcrackers film, helmed by David Gordon Green. On September 5, the new movie will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). With fans excited to witness his return, the conversations around his old best performances, and directorial ventures have emerged.
What is Ben Stiller’s net worth in 2024?
Ben Stiller has an estimated net worth of $200 million in 2024.
Stiller is a popular actor, filmmaker, and comedian, born in New York City. From a very young age, he developed an interest in filmmaking, prompting him to make movies with his close ones. Following this, he appeared as a guest in a legal drama series called Kate McShane. Pursuing his film dreams, he enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles. However, he soon dropped out and went to Hollywood to hone his acting talent and do auditions. As a leading star and filmmaker of the 21st century, he is renowned for his roles in the Madagascar franchise, Meet the Parents series, The Cable Guy, Zoolander, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and more.
Ben Stiller’s earnings explained — how does he make money?
Stiller’s total net worth is the sum of his earnings from acting and directing.
Acting
Stiller received his first acting role which was quite brief in the soap opera Guiding Light. Following this, his comedic work in a parody short, The Hustler of Money, garnered Saturday Night Live’s attention. This paved the way for him to become a spot writer for the late-night sketch show. Impressed by his short filmmaking skills, MTV gave him The Ben Stiller Show. This Emmy-winning sketch series aided him in establishing his Hollywood career. From there on, he did popular movies including The Cable Guy, Zoolander, Night at the Museum, Madagascar, and others. Additionally, he also appeared in popular shows like Arrested Development and Friends.
Directing
Stiller officially made his Hollywood directorial debut with 1994’s Reality Bites. Other directorial credits also include Severance, Escape at Dannemora, Zoolander, The Cable Guy, and others.