Jensen Ackles Net Worth

What Is Jensen Ackles’ Net Worth?

Jensen Ackles, a multifaceted American entertainer excelling as an actor, director, producer, and singer-songwriter, has accumulated a net worth of $16 million. His financial success is primarily attributed to his prominent role as Dean Winchester in the long-running CW series “Supernatural” (2005–2020).

“Supernatural” Earnings and Career Highlights

Ackles’ portrayal of Dean Winchester significantly contributed to his wealth. Reportedly, he earned $175,000 per episode during his time on “Supernatural.” Over the show’s 15 seasons and 327 episodes, this amounts to a substantial portion of his $16 million net worth. Beyond “Supernatural,” Ackles’ career includes a diverse range of roles. He portrayed Eric Brady on the NBC soap opera “Days of Our Lives” from 1997 to 2000, marking an early stage in his acting career.

His filmography includes appearances in “Devour” (2005) and “My Bloody Valentine 3D” (2009), demonstrating his versatility across genres. Ackles also held roles in television series such as “Mr. Rhodes” (1996–1997), “Dark Angel” (2001–2002), “Dawson’s Creek” (2002–2003), and “Smallville” (2004–2005), which further solidified his presence in the entertainment industry.

Beyond acting, Ackles expanded his skillset by directing six episodes of “Supernatural.” He also served as an executive producer for the 2004 short film “The Plight of Clownana,” showcasing his involvement in various aspects of film production. As a voice actor, Jensen portrayed Jason Todd / Red Hood in “Batman: Under the Red Hood” (2010) and Bruce Wayne / Batman in “Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One” (2021) and “Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two” (2021), adding to his repertoire.

In 2018, Ackles co-founded the band Radio Company with Steve Carlson. The band has released two albums, “Vol. 1” (2019) and “Vol. 2” (2021), diversifying Ackles’ income streams.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Jensen Ackles was born on March 1, 1978, in Dallas, Texas. He spent his childhood in Richardson, Texas, alongside his mother, Donna, father, Alan, older brother, Joshua, and younger sister, Mackenzie. He attended Dartmouth Elementary School, Apollo Junior High School, and LV Berkner High School, graduating in 1996. His early exposure to the entertainment industry began at age 4, when he started modeling. Ackles appeared in television commercials for prominent brands like RadioShack, Nabisco, and Walmart, providing early financial benefits.

During high school, Ackles pursued his interest in acting by taking theater classes. He also participated in lacrosse and baseball, showcasing his diverse talents. His official television debut was in 1995 on “Wishbone,” followed by guest appearances on “Sweet Valley High” (1996) and “Cybill” (1997). From 1996 to 1997, he appeared in eight episodes of the NBC sitcom “Mr. Rhodes,” gaining early experience in comedic roles.

A significant early role was his portrayal of Eric Brady on “Days of Our Lives,” starting in 1997. His three-year stint on the show earned him recognition, including being named one of “TV Guide’s” “12 Hottest New Stars” in 1998. After “Days of Our Lives,” Ackles portrayed actor Eddie G. Robinson in the 2001 TV movie “Blonde,” which is about Marilyn Monroe. He then played Alec McDowell / X5-494 on the Fox science-fiction series “Dark Angel” from 2001 to 2002. He also had a recurring role as C.J. Braxton on The WB’s “Dawson’s Creek” from 2002 to 2003.

In 2004, Ackles was involved in the short film “The Plight of Clownana” as both an executive producer and first assistant director, further expanding his experience behind the camera. From 2004 to 2005, Ackles played Jason Teague on the “Superman” prequel series “Smallville.” His first feature film role was in the 2005 movie “Devour”.

Post-“Supernatural” Projects and Voice Acting Roles

Following the conclusion of “Supernatural” in 2020, Ackles continued to expand his acting portfolio. He joined the cast of the Amazon Prime Video series “The Boys” as Soldier Boy. In October 2021, he also joined the cast of the Western film “Rust.” In addition to his live-action roles, Ackles has lent his voice to several video games. These include “Tron Evolution: Battle Grids” (2010), “Tron: Evolution” (2010), “The 3rd Birthday” (2011), and “Life Weaver” (2012). These voice acting roles provide supplementary income.

Real Estate Investments and Assets

In December 2012, Jensen and his wife, Danneel, purchased a 5,940-square-foot home in Malibu for $4.8 million. They later sold this property in January 2015 for $6.5 million, realizing a profit of $1.7 million. In 2014, they acquired a 7,500-square-foot, five-bedroom lakefront mansion in Austin, Texas. While the initial purchase price remains undisclosed, renovations by architect Paul Lamb increased the property’s value. The renovated mansion now spans 8,100 square feet and is estimated to be worth between $8 million and $10 million.

Personal Life and Business Ventures

Jensen Ackles married actress Danneel Harris on May 15, 2010. The couple has three children: daughter Justice, born on May 30, 2013, and twins Zeppelin and Arrow, born on December 2, 2016. Danneel Harris had a recurring role as Sister Jo / Anael on “Supernatural” from 2018 to 2020. In 2020, Jensen and Danneel launched Chaos Machine Productions, further expanding their involvement in the entertainment industry.

Jensen and Danneel co-own the Family Business Beer Company with Harris’ parents and brother. Located in Dripping Springs, Texas, the brewery’s name is a nod to the “Supernatural” slogan “Saving people. Hunting things. The family business.”

Awards and Recognition

Jensen Ackles has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. He was nominated for three Daytime Emmys for Outstanding Younger Actor in a Drama Series for “Days of Our Lives” (1998, 1999, and 2000). In 1998, he won a “Soap Opera Digest” Award for Outstanding Male Newcomer. For his role in “Supernatural,” he has earned seven People’s Choice Award nominations, winning Favorite TV Bromance (shared with Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins) in 2014 and Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actor in 2016. Additional nominations include Favorite Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Actor in 2014, 2015, and 2017, Favorite Dramatic TV Actor in 2013, and Favorite TV Duo (shared with Padalecki) in 2015.

In 2021, he won a Critics Choice Super Award for Best Actor in a Horror Series for “Supernatural.” He also received a SFX Award for Sexiest Man (2013), a “TV Guide” Award for Favorite Actor (2011), and a Teen Choice Award for Choice TV: Chemistry (shared with Misha Collins, 2015) for the series. He received four other Teen Choice Award nominations for “Supernatural”: TV – Choice Breakout Star in 2006 and Choice TV Actor: Fantasy/Sci-Fi in 2012, 2013, and 2017. He has also earned two Online Film & Television Association Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor in a Daytime Serial for “Days of Our Lives” (1999 and 2000) and a Russian National Movie Award nomination for Best Foreign Duo of the Year (shared with Padalecki) for “Supernatural” (2014).