Who is Actor Anthony Anderson and What is his Net Worth?

FUNNYMAN Anthony Anderson doesn’t find it difficult to make people laugh.

The hilarious actor got his big break after starring in Big Momma’s House and Me, Me and Irene in 2000.

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Who is Anthony Anderson?

Anthony Anderson is a renowned actor, comedian, and game show host from Compton, California.

The son of actress and extra Doris Hancox, he grew up on film sets in Los Angeles before stepping in front of the camera himself.

He appeared in his first television commercial at the age of five and later attended LA’s High School for the Performing Arts.

Anthony’s undeniable talent then earned him an acting scholarship to Howard University in Washington DC

After completing his studies, he attempted to make his mark in Hollywood while trying his hand at stand-up comedy.

The 52-year-old married his wife Alvina in September 1999 and they have two children together; Kyra, 27, and Nathan, 23.

The mother of two filed for divorce in September 2015 after the couple had been separated since April of the previous year.

But she withdrew her petition after they reconciled in January 2017 — until Alvina filed for divorce for a second time on March 25, 2022.

Anthony, who has type 2 diabetes, has undergone a dramatic change and weight loss since the split.

The actor, who works to raise awareness of the disease, now has a much slimmer physique after going on a health kick.

His stepfather, Sterling Bowman, also had diabetes and reportedly died of complications in 2002.

What is Anthony Anderson Net Worth?

Thanks to his success on the big and small screen, Anthony has amassed an impressive bank balance.

According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, the father of two is said to have stashed around $25 million.

He spent almost $200,000 on a Mercedes Maybach in 2016 as a “reward to himself” for his perseverance.

Anthony said at the time: “I’ve come a long way.

“Looking back, I think my younger self would look at my older self and be proud and commend me for the hard work.”

What was Anthony Anderson in?

Anthony has landed leading roles in a number of television series and films over the course of his illustrious career.

He has also guest-starred on NYPD Blue, Malcolm & Eddie, In the House and Ally McBeal over the years.

The American appeared in several series of ‘Til Death’ and ‘The Bernie Mac Show’ before becoming the protagonist of ‘All About the Andersons.’

Law & Order fans will also recognize Anthony as Detective Kevin Bernard, having joined the hit drama series in 2008.

He briefly reprized his role after the series was revived in 2022, but only signed on for one season.

Other notable projects include appearances on The Shield, NYPD, K-Ville, Me, Myself & Irene, Kangaroo Jack, The Departed, Transformers, Scream 4, Big Momma’s House and Agent Cody Banks: Destination London.

Anthony became the host of the game show Wall of Fame in 2013 and directed eight episodes – but they never aired.

The following year, he began starring as Andre “Dre” Johnson on the hit ABC sitcom Black-ish in 2014.

He received 11 Primetime Emmy Award nominations and three Golden Globe nominations for his performance.

It’s clear that his acting genes were passed on to his son as well, as Nathan appeared as Tahj on Netflix sitcom Richie Rich and even joined his father on Black-ish for a guest appearance.

Anthony began filming with his mother, Doris, on a series titled Anthony Anderson and Mom: European Vacation in October 2022, which aired on E! Network.

Most recently, he had a cameo in the Netflix rom-com You People alongside Jonah Hill and Lauren London.

The star also lends his voice to the character of Ray-Ray in the second season of the Disney+ animated series, The Proud Family: Louder and Proud.