Jamie Foxx Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Discover Jamie Foxx’s Wealth and Earnings

An American actor, producer, singer, writer, and comedian, Jamie Foxx boasts a net worth of $170 million. He stands out as one of the most sought-after and handsomely compensated actors in Hollywood. In the early 1990s, Foxx kickstarted his career in stand-up comedy, garnering esteem for his impressions of renowned figures such as Bill Cosby and Mike Tyson. His exceptional talent and charm captured the attention of television executives, leading to his initial major role on the sketch comedy series “In Living Color” in 1991. Subsequently, he headlined his own sitcom, “The Jamie Foxx Show,” between 1996 and 2001.

The breakthrough in his film career arrived in 1999 with the Oliver Stone-directed movie “Any Given Sunday,” where he starred alongside Al Pacino and Cameron Diaz. His shining moment came in 2004 when he clinched critical acclaim and an Academy Award for Best Actor depicting Ray Charles in the biopic “Ray.” Besides these, Foxx has graced several successful movies like “Collateral,” “Django Unchained,” and “Baby Driver.”

Apart from his flourishing acting journey, Foxx possesses a musical gift. He unveiled his debut album, “Peep This,” in 1994, following it up with various other albums like “Unpredictable” and “Intuition.” He has engaged in collaborations with prominent musicians such as Kanye West, Drake, and Snoop Dogg.

Early Years

Eric Marlon Bishop, later known as Jamie Foxx, entered this world on December 13, 1967, in Terrell, Texas. Shortly after his birth, Foxx found a home with his grandparents, Esther Marie and Mark Talley, who adopted and brought him up. His birth parents played no role in his upbringing, and he maintained minimal contact with them through his formative years. Despite a strict Baptist upbringing, Foxx attributes his grandmother’s impact on his life to his professional achievements. He started playing the piano at five and became known for sharing witty jokes with peers during elementary school. Excelling academically, he engaged in basketball, also serving as the football team’s quarterback at Terrell High School. A scholarship to United States International University fueled his coursework in musical and performing arts composition.

Comedy Stint

Stepping into stand-up comedy in 1989, Foxx clinched a spot as a cast member on the popular sketch comedy show “In Living Color” within two years, remaining through its last three seasons. Post the show’s conclusion, he earned his show, “The Jamie Foxx Show,” airing 100 episodes from 1996 to 2001 and benefiting from several Kid’s Choice and NAACP Image Awards nominations. Foxx garnered an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series in 1998. He has launched stand-up specials like “Straight from the Foxxhole,” “Unleashed,” and “I Might Need Security” on DVD.

Movie Path

Foxx initially appeared in the 1992 comedy “Toys.” His repertoire expanded with films like “The Great White Hype” and “Any Given Sunday,” landing Foxx his initial award nominations in the movie realm.

Further commendations came his way for roles in “Ali” (2001, acting alongside Will Smith), “Breakin’ All the Rules,” and “Collateral,” which raked in $217.7 million globally. His portrayal in “Collateral” opposite Tom Cruise snagged an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

The portrayal of Ray Charles in the biopic “Ray” elevated Jamie to new heights in 2004. Gathering 19 awards for his titular depiction, including the Academy and BAFTA Awards for Best Actor, Foxx became a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2005.

Foxx contributed to notable movies like “Stealth,” “Jarhead,” “Miami Vice,” the lauded film adaptation of the stage show “Dreamgirls,” the biopic “The Soloist,” “Law Abiding Citizen,” “Valentine’s Day,” “I’m Still Here,” “Due Date,” “Horrible Bosses,” “Django Unchained,” “White House Down,” “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” “Horrible Bosses 2,” “Annie,” “Sleepless,” and “Baby Driver.” In September 2007, the Hollywood Walk of Fame bestowed upon Jamie a star, an experience he describes as surreal.

Musical Journey

An acclaimed recording artist, Foxx has unboxed five studio albums. His debut, the 1994 “Peep This,” missed the commercial mark. Yet, he struck gold with the follow-up, “Unpredictable” (2005), attaining a double-platinum nod from the RIAA. The album seized #1 spots on both the “Billboard” 200 and U.S. R&B charts, landing at #9 on the UK albums chart. Till date, the album has moved 1.98 million copies in the U.S. His standout singles include “Unpredictable” (featuring Ludacris), “Blame It” (featuring T-Pain), and “Fall for Your Type” (featuring Drake). Foxx contributed to #1 hits like “Slow Jamz” by Twista (featuring Kanye West) and “Gold Digger” by Kanye West.

Renowned for crossover ventures, Foxx joined forces with Ludacris and Field Mob for the 2005 single “Georgia,” sampling Ray Charles’ classic “Georgia on My Mind.”

A long-time aficionado of country music, he collaborated on “She Goes All the Way” with Rascall Flats in 2007. His rendition of George Strait’s “You Look So Good in Love” at the Artist of the Decade All-Star Concert underscored his musical prowess. When hosting the 2009 BET Awards, his opening act featured a rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It.”

Transitioning to television, Foxx stepped in as the host and executive producer for the Fox game show “Beat Shazam” on May 25, 2017. The show received a green light for a fourth season on January 31, 2020.

Personal Domain

Recognized for shrouding his personal affairs, Jamie maintains a low profile. He has aCorinne (b.1994) and Anelise (b.2009), are his two daughters. Corinne, his daughter, is a model and an actress, and has been a co-host with Foxx on “Beat Shazam.”

Following her split from Tom Cruise in 2012, Foxx and Katie Holmes were in a long-term relationship, but reports indicated that their relationship came to an end in August 2019.

In an incident in April 2003 in New Orleans, Jamie and his sister were escorted out of Harrah’s Casino. They were charged with battery on police officers and resisting arrest, trespassing, and disturbing the peace. Jamie pled no contest and was sentenced to two years probation and a $1,500 fine.

A drunk driver was rescued by Foxx from a burning vehicle that had crashed near his home in January 2016.

Health Issues

Jamie suffered a medical emergency in early April 2023 in Atlanta while filming a movie with Cameron Diaz.

Real Estate

In Tarzana, California, Jamie bought a 5,400-square-foot home in 1997 for $930,000 and sold it in June 2008 for $2.23 million.

In Hidden Valley, California, Jamie purchased a 40+ acre estate in March 2007 for $10.5 million. The estate features a 17,000-square-foot home with ten bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, among other amenities.

Near his Westlake estate in January 2016, Jamie rescued a man from a car crash just before the car burst into flames.