Angus T. Jones Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Angus T. Jones’ Net Worth and Salary?

Angus T. Jones, an American actor, has a net worth totaling $20 million. He gained widespread recognition for his role on the enduring television series “Two and a Half Men.” His appearance on the show spanned from 2003 to 2013, with a return in 2015, leading to a total of 213 episodes. Although he became the highest-paid child actor in the world for several consecutive years thanks to the show, Angus left “Two and a Half Men” amid significant controversy after making critical comments regarding the series during a Christian radio interview. Since 2006, he has not participated in any professional acting.

Two and a Half Men Salary

During the height of his success on “Two and a Half Men,” Angus earned an impressive $350,000 for each episode. When factoring in syndication points, this amounted to around $9-10 million annually. For many years, he held the title of the highest-paid child star on television.

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Early Life and Career

Born on October 8, 1993, in Austin, Texas, Angus T. Jones is the elder of two siblings. He made his acting debut in the late ’90s, featuring in several television commercials even before starting kindergarten. Subsequently, he transitioned to television and film, taking part in various projects such as “Simpatico,” “See Spot Run,” “ER,” “Dinner with Friends,” “The Rookie,” “Bringing Down the House,” and “George of the Jungle 2.” Additionally, he was featured in “The Christmas Blessing.”

Two and a Half Men

In 2003, Angus landed the role of Jake Harper on the series “Two and a Half Men,” marking a pivotal moment in his career. He was the first child actor considered for Jake, and the producers chose him on the spot during his audition. The character of Jake constituted the “half man” in the title, depicting a 10-year-old boy living with his divorced father, portrayed by Jon Cryer, alongside a carefree uncle, played by Charlie Sheen.

The series attracted an average viewership of approximately 15 million, making it one of the most popular sitcoms in the United States throughout its duration. In season nine, which aired between 2011 and 2012, Angus’s character was given more provocative storylines, showcasing him as a heavy marijuana user and portraying sexual encounters with older women.

In October 2012, Jones participated in an interview with the Seventh Day Adventist radio show “Voice of Prophecy,” where he discussed his journey toward embracing a new religious faith. The following month, he announced his baptism and expressed his desire to exit “Two and a Half Men,” deeming the show “filth” and asserting that it was at odds with his religious beliefs. He also encouraged viewers to stop watching it. His remarks attracted significant media attention, especially after he featured in a video on the YouTube channel of ForeRunner Chronicles, a ministry run by Christopher Hudson. The next day, Jones issued a statement clarifying his stance, indicating that he “cannot address everything that has been said or rectify every misstatement or misunderstanding.” Subsequently, producers for “Two and a Half Men” announced he wouldn’t be returning to set until 2012, and in April 2013, they demoted him to a “recurring role” for season 11. Ultimately, he did not return until a cameo appearance in the series finale.

in season 12, which premiered on February 19, 2015.

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Other Ventures

Beyond his acting career, Jones is also an accomplished singer. After departing from “Two and a Half Men,” Angus enrolled at the University of Colorado Boulder. In 2016, he became part of the management team at Tonight, a multimedia and event production firm founded by Justin Combs and Kene Orijoke.

Jones is involved in various charitable initiatives, such as the First Star Organization, which assists abused and neglected children. In August 2008, he participated alongside other celebrities at the “Rock ‘N Roll Fantasy Camp.” He also attended Variety’s Power of Youth benefit in 2008, which supported St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. In October 2009, Angus received the Rising Star of 2009 award from Big Brothers Big Sisters. Furthermore, he advocates for the anti-bullying alliance Be a Star, which was co-founded by The Creative Coalition and WWE. Jones was present at Kids Night at the Dream Center LA, joining the cast of “Annie” during a charity event aimed at children orphaned by Hurricane Katrina.