Brussels, Europe Brief News – Chris Rock is an American comedian. Chris Rock Net Worth is $60 million. He is a popular actor, writer, producer, and director. Chris first gained popularity through “Saturday Night Live” during the early 1990s. He is also widely recognized for his talent as an actor and has been a part of many box offices hit movies.
Early Life and Career
Christopher Julius Rock was born in Andrews, South Carolina on February 7, 1965. His family moved to Brooklyn, New York, and settled in Bedford-Stuyvesant. Chris spent his childhood in the white neighborhoods in Brooklyn. He had to endure bullying and harassment from white students. Due to the bullying, he dropped out of high school.
Rock became a stand-up comedy in 1984. He slowly gained recognition, and got a few roles in the popular TV series “Miami Vice”. Eddie Murphy saw Rock performing at a nightclub and gave him a role in the film called “Beverly Hills Cop II” (1987). Net worth of Chris Rock increased significantly after he signed this film.
Film Career
After his successful comedy career, Rock secured leading roles in films such as:
- “Down to Earth” (2001)
- “Bad Company” (2002)
- “The Longest Yard” (2005)
- “Death at a Funeral” (2010)
- “Grown Ups” (2010)
- “2 Days in New York” (2012)
- “Madagascar”
- “Head of State” (2003)
- “I Think I Love My Wife” (2007)
- “Top Five” (2014)
Personal Life
Rock got married to Malaak Compton-Rock on November 23, 1996. The couple lived in a lavish home in New Jersey. Chris Rock net worth in 2022 has been increasing due to his successful career. He was caught cheating on his wife and admitted infidelity and porn addiction. His divorce was finalized in 2016. Chris paid his ex-wife around $40 million worth of alimony.
Chris Rock Net Worth And Earnings
Chris was one of the highest-paid comedians in history. Chris Rock net worth has been increasing with each passing year due to his successful career. Rock earned approximately $60 million as a single paycheck. Between June 2017 and June 2018 he earned $30 million. Chris net worth in 2021 could have been much higher but he lost tens of millions of dollars during his divorce settlement with his ex-wife. The couple lived together for more than 20 years. Chris and his wife Malaak Compton divorced in 2016 after 20 years of marriage.
