Iconic TV host and actor, Charles Grodin, sadly passed on 18th May 2021. With a career spanning over 7 decades, the Beethoven Star was worth more than you might think.
Read on to find out Grodin’s net worth before he passed.
What was Charles Grodin’s net worth?
Throughout his 70-year career, Grodin collated quite the net worth.
At the time of his passing, it’s estimated that he was worth a reported $12 million.
With a colossal film discography and a wealth of TV and theatre performances under his belt, there is no wonder that Grodin was worth so much.
Acting career from Heartbreak Kid to Beethoven
It goes without saying – Charles Grodin performed in some of the most iconic movies ever made.
Active in the film industry since the 1950s, we’ve grown up with Grodin on our screens. From classics like Catch-22, the Beethoven franchise, and King Kong, Grodin never disappointed – delivering immaculate performances every time.
Towards the millennium, Charles steered his focus more towards television and hosting, as opposed to film acting. In the late 90’s he saw himself as host of his own talk show.
Charles was also an author. Notably, proceeds from his book, ‘How I Got To Be Whoever It Is I Am” went straight to Mentoring USA.
Fans pay tribute on Twitter
Grodin’s recent passing from bone marrow cancer shocked and upset fans worldwide. Many – even celebrities – took to social media to pay tribute to the acting legend.
Timothy Burke expressed his sadness, writing: “RIP Charles Grodin. He is the last man who ever spoke true words on Fox News.”