Jamie Foxx Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Jamie Foxx’s Net Worth and Salary?

With a net worth of $170 million, Jamie Foxx is a highly-paid and in-demand American actor, producer, singer, writer, and comedian. His journey in entertainment began during the early 1990s in stand-up comedy, where he quickly garnered attention for his celebrity impressions, notably of Bill Cosby and Mike Tyson. Foxx’s talent soon attracted the interest of television producers, resulting in his first significant role on the sketch comedy show “In Living Color” in 1991. Following this success, he starred in his own sitcom, “The Jamie Foxx Show,” which aired from 1996 to 2001.

His major film breakthrough occurred in 1999 when he starred in Oliver Stone’s “Any Given Sunday” alongside notable actors Al Pacino and Cameron Diaz. In 2004, he received critical acclaim and an Academy Award for Best Actor for his exceptional performance as Ray Charles in the biographical film “Ray.” Jamie has starred in several other successful films, including “Collateral,” “Django Unchained,” and “Baby Driver.”

In addition to his accomplished acting career, Foxx is also recognized as a skilled musician. His debut album, “Peep This,” was released in 1994, and he has since put out several more, including “Unpredictable” and “Intuition.” Collaborations with well-known musicians like Kanye West, Drake, and Snoop Dogg have further highlighted his music career.

Early Life

Born Eric Marlon Bishop on December 13, 1967, in Terrell, Texas, Jamie Foxx was adopted shortly after birth and raised by his grandparents, Esther Marie and Mark Talley. His biological parents were absent from his upbringing, resulting in minimal contact throughout his formative years. Despite a strict Baptist environment, Jamie attributes much of his career success to his grandmother’s influence. By the age of five, he began playing the piano and quickly became popular for his imaginative jokes in elementary school. Foxx excelled academically, played basketball, and was the quarterback of his football team at Terrell High School. He later received a scholarship to United States International University, where he pursued a degree in musical and performing arts composition.

Comedy Career

Beginning his stand-up comedy career in 1989, Foxx became a cast member of the renowned sketch comedy series “In Living Color” just two years later, remaining part of the show for its final three seasons. After its conclusion, he earned his own series, “The Jamie Foxx Show,” which aired 100 episodes between 1996 and 2001 and received several nominations for Kid’s Choice and NAACP Image Awards. In 1998, Jamie won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. Additionally, he has released stand-up specials such as “Straight from the Foxxhole,” “Unleashed,” and “I Might Need Security” on DVD.

Film Career

The 1992 comedy “Toys” marked Foxx’s debut in film. He also appeared in other films during that period, such as “The Great White Hype” and “Any Given Sunday,” which led to his initial award nominations for his performances.

Further nominations followed from his performances in “Ali” (2001, where he starred alongside Will Smith), “Breakin’ All the Rules,” and “Collateral,” which amassed $217.7 million globally. For his role in “Collateral” opposite Tom Cruise, Foxx received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

In the biopic “Ray,” released in 2004, Jamie took on the role of Ray Charles. His portrayal garnered him 19 awards, including both the Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Actor. He became a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2005.

Jamie has also been a part of noteworthy films such as “Stealth,” “Jarhead,” “Miami Vice,” the acclaimed film adaptation “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, he received recognition with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he recalls as one of the most surreal experiences of his life.

Music Career

Award-winning recording artist Foxx has produced five studio albums. His debut album, released in 1994, was titled “Peep This,” but it failed to perform well commercially. In contrast, his second album “Unpredictable” (2005) achieved significant success, earning a double-platinum certification from the RIAA. It reached #1 on the “Billboard” 200 and U.S. R&B charts, and #9 on the UK albums chart. The album has sold a total of 1.98 million copies in the U.S. Notable singles from this album include “Unpredictable” (featuring Ludacris), “Blame It” (featuring T-Pain), and “Fall for Your Type” (featuring Drake). Additionally, Foxx appeared on #1 singles such as “Slow Jamz” by Twista (featuring Kanye West) and “Gold Digger” by Kanye West.

Foxx is celebrated for his collaborations beyond traditional genres. In 2005, he collaborated with Ludacris and Field Mob on the single “Georgia,” which sampled Ray Charles’s classic “Georgia on My Mind.”

A dedicated fan of country music, he collaborated with Rascal Flatts on “She Goes All the Way” in 2007 and performed George Strait’s “You Look So Good in Love” during the Artist of the Decade All-Star Concert. When he hosted the BET Awards in 2009, he kicked off the event with a performance of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It.”

On May 25, 2017, Foxx took the roles of host and executive producer for the Fox game show “Beat Shazam,” which was renewed for a fourth season on January 31, 2020.

Personal Life

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Maintaining a low profile regarding his personal life, he is the father of two daughters: Corinne (b. 1994) and Anelise (b. 2009). Corinne is known for her work as a model and actress, having co-hosted “Beat Shazam” alongside Foxx.

After Katie Holmes’ separation from Tom Cruise in 2012, she entered into a long-term relationship with Foxx, which was reported to have ended in August 2019.

In April 2003, Foxx was part of an incident at Harrah’s Casino in New Orleans, where both he and his sister were asked to leave. Casino personnel alleged they had entered without proper identification. This led to charges of battery against police officers, resisting arrest, trespassing, and disturbing the peace. Foxx chose to plead no contest to disturbing the peace, resulting in the dismissal of the other charges. He received a sentence of two years probation along with a $1,500 fine.

On January 18, 2016, Foxx heroically saved a drunk driver from a burning vehicle that had crashed just outside his residence. The driver had been speeding when the truck veered off the road, landed in a ditch, and overturned numerous times.

Health Issues

In early April 2023, while filming a movie with Cameron Diaz in Atlanta, Jamie experienced a medical emergency. He spent nearly a month in the hospital, during which his family urged the public to “Pray for Jamie.” Corinne revealed that her father faced a “medical complication,” but details about the incident remained unclear.

Real Estate

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

In March 2007, he purchased an expansive 40+ acre estate in Hidden Valley, California, paying $10.5 million. The estate boasts a 17,000-square-foot home that includes ten bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, alongside various other living spaces. It features an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a full-sized basketball court with stadium seating. While placing an exact value on Jamie’s estate, which has a Westlake Village address, is challenging, it is very likely to be worth more than $20 million.

In January 2016, Jamie intervened to save a man trapped in a car that had just crashed near his Westlake estate, moments before it was consumed by flames. The driver, age 32, would likely have perished without Foxx’s quick response. Hearing the crash from his own vehicle, Jamie called 911, rushed to the scene, and, using scissors, freed the driver from his seatbelt before pulling him to safety. Shortly thereafter, the truck exploded.