Billy Bob Thornton net worth
What is Billy Bob Thornton’s Net Worth and Salary?
Billy Bob Thornton is an American actor, screenwriter, producer and musician who has a net worth of $45 million. As an actor and screenwriter, Thornton really made an impact on the entertainment industry. Today, his unique on-screen presence and sense of humor make him a sought-after addition to many films.
Thornton arrived on the scene relatively late in his life, and he actually started his artistic career in the music industry. After proving his worth as a screenwriter, he started appearing in his own films and gradually became a more successful actor. Throughout his career, Thornton has won numerous awards, including an Oscar, two Golden Globes, two Critics’ Choice Awards, Independent Spirit Awards, and more. In 2004, Billy Bob also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
early life: William Robert Thornton was born on August 4, 1955 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. His nickname follows the convention of his father William Raymond “Billy Ray” Thornton, a high school teacher and basketball coach. Growing up in a Methodist family with two brothers, Billy Bob’s family moved frequently throughout Arkansas, living in Alpine, Malvern and Mount Holly. Thornton’s family was not wealthy, living in shacks without electricity and plumbing.
In high school, Billy Bob became a talented baseball player. Initially, it looked like he might be a pro, but injuries ruined his career with the Kansas City Royals. Before studying psychology at Henderson State University, he worked for the Arkansas Department of Transportation. After two semesters, he dropped out and moved to Los Angeles.
Before moving to Los Angeles, he and his childhood friend Tom Epperson came up with a plan. Together they decided to pursue a career in entertainment, and Billy Bob was passionate about acting. Although Thornton auditioned for many early years in Los Angeles, it was difficult to find roles. He ended up paying the bills by working in fast food restaurants and telemarketers. During this time he also started his own music career and joined a band called Jack Hammer.
One day, while working as a waiter at an industry event, Billy Bob found himself face-to-face with director and screenwriter Billy Wilder. The two began a conversation, and Wilder gave Thornton an important piece of advice: focus less on acting and cast yourself as a screenwriter. Thornton took that advice to heart and turned to the entertainment industry for the next few years.
Profession: Although Billy Bob Thornton had a few minor film and television roles throughout the ’80s, he didn’t really hit the scene until he appeared in “One False Move.” He co-wrote the script with Tom Epperson, and critics immediately praised his performance. After playing many small roles throughout the ’90s, Thornton wrote the screenplay for “Sling Blade.” He then starred in and directed the film, which won several awards for his achievements. In the late ’90s, he starred in films such as “Primary Colors” and directed “All Pretty Horses” in 2000. However, the response to the film was so bad that he vowed not to direct again.
Some of his most famous roles are in Hollywood blockbusters such as “Doomsday”, “A Simple Plan”, “Monster Ball”, “Bandits” and “People Who Don’t Exist”. In 2003, Billy Bob played an alcoholic, suicidal Santa in the black comedy “Bad Santa.” As Thornton became widely known as an actor who excelled at playing “jerk,” he began appearing in films such as “School of Villains” and “Mr. Woodcock.” Having said that, he also fought against being typed by appearing in films like “Astronaut Farmer.”
In 2014, Billy Bob became more television-focused and landed a recurring role on Frozen. He also made a cameo appearance on The Big Bang Theory that year. In 2016, he starred in the Amazon Studios TV series “Goliath,” about a fallen lawyer. In 2017, “Goliath” was approved for a second season.
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relation: Billy Bob Thornton’s first wife, Melissa Lee Gatlin, divorced him after two years of marriage, citing Thornton’s infidelity. They had a child during their relationship. His next two marriages to actresses Toni Lawrence and Cinda Williams also lasted two years each. In 1993, Pietra Dawn Cherniak became Thornton’s fourth wife, and the two had two children from their marriage. Cherniak divorced him four years later and accused him of abusing his spouse.
In 2000, Billy Bob made headlines when he married Angelina Jolie, 20 years his junior. Until the couple separated in 2002, the resulting media frenzy never really stopped. In 2014, Billy Bob married his sixth wife, Connie Angland. He had been dating a makeup effects specialist for 11 years before they got married. They have one child and currently live in Los Angeles.
real estate: In 2000, Billy Bob Thornton and his then-wife Angelina Jolie purchased a property in Beverly Hills. The seller is Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash for $3.7 million. When Thornton and Julie split, he managed to keep the property after divorce paperwork. He then held the 11,000-square-foot mansion until 2013, when he sold it for $8 million, making a handsome profit from the initial investment.
In 2008, Thornton paid $2.35 million for a property in the Point Dume neighborhood of Malibu. The 2,700-square-foot property has minimalist architecture, plenty of outdoor space and four bedrooms. Unlike previous property deals, Billy Bob actually sold the property at a loss in 2018. After putting it on the market, the best offer he received was $2.1 million, a $250,000 loss for the veteran actor.
In 2013, Billy Bob bought a property in Brentwood for $2.7 million. The 3,600-square-foot property in Brentwood’s affluent Mandeville Gorge neighborhood sits in front of a bluff in the backyard. Interior design highlights include French doors and spacious balconies. The heavily remodeled home also features a solar-heated saltwater swimming pool.
