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What Is Holly Robinson Peete’s Net Worth?
Holly Robinson Peete, a versatile American actress, singer, and author, has accumulated a net worth of $4 million as of 2025. Her financial standing is a result of a multifaceted career spanning over three decades, encompassing television acting, film appearances, hosting duties, writing ventures, and philanthropic endeavors. While specific details regarding the breakdown of her net worth into precise categories such as earnings from television shows, film royalties, book sales, or foundation income are not publicly available, information can be inferred from her diverse career trajectory.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born on September 18, 1964, in Mount Airy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as Holly Elizabeth Robinson, Peete’s early exposure to the entertainment industry laid the groundwork for her future success. Her mother, Dolores, transitioned from being a school teacher to a personal talent manager, while her father was a television producer and writer. At the age of five, she made her first television appearance on “Sesame Street,” marking the start of her career. At the age of 11, she appeared as a celebrity correspondent on “Kidsworld,” laying the groundwork for her future career. The Robinsons moved to Santa Monica, California, when Holly was ten years old. She attended Santa Monica High School and then enrolled at Sarah Lawrence College, where she majored in both psychology and French. During her year abroad at the Sorbonne in Paris, Peete performed and sang in Parisian night clubs.
Breakthrough and Sustained Success in Television
Peete’s career gained significant momentum in the late 1980s with her role as Officer Judy Hoffs on the popular police drama series “21 Jump Street.” She appeared in 102 episodes from 1987 to 1991. Although her exact salary per episode is not publicly known, a recurring role on a successful prime-time series would have contributed substantially to her income during that period. This breakthrough role paved the way for numerous other television opportunities. In 1992, she was cast as a lead in “Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper,” appearing in 101 episodes until 1997. This consistent presence on a popular sitcom likely provided a steady income stream for several years. She then landed another main role in “For Your Love” from 1998 to 2002. While the exact financial details of her contracts for these shows are not public knowledge, leading roles in successful television series typically command substantial salaries. Furthermore, she appeared in series like “Touched by an Angel” and “Pacific Blue,” during her time on these shows. In 2001, she appeared in six episodes of “One on One” and then in 23 episodes of “Like Family” from 2003 to 2004. In 2005, she landed a role in “Love, Inc.” In 2010, she became a co-host of the talk show “The Talk”, as well as appeared as a contestant on “The Celebrity Apprentice” in the same year and was the runner-up. She remained on “The Talk” for 59 episodes. In the 2010s, she appeared on “The Young and the Restless” and on 12 episodes of “Mike & Molly.” Additionally, she starred in the Hallmark movie, “Angel of Christmas” and in two episodes of “Chicago Fire.” These appearances, while potentially shorter-term, would have added to her overall income. From 2016 to 2017, she and her family starred in the reality television show “For Peete’s Sake,” followed by another reality show, “Meet the Peetes,” in 2018. She has appeared in a number of other Hallmark productions, most notably as the main character Billie Blessings in the “Morning Show Mystery” series.
Film Roles and Other Media Appearances
Beyond her work in television, Peete has also appeared in films such as “Howard the Duck” in 1986, “The Flintstones,” and “Lap Dance.” Her role as Diana Ross in the 1992 film “The Jacksons: An American Dream” also added to her acting credits. While these roles may not have been as consistent as her television work, they would have contributed to her overall earnings. Peete also worked as a singer and recording artist early in her career and recorded the introductory song to “21 Jump Street.” She also contributed much of the music that appeared on the soundtrack for “Howard the Duck” and performed the theme song for the first season of “Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper,” along with a few other artists. In 1990, she was featured in the music video for “Whip Appeal” by Babyface. Her time as a co-host on “The Talk” in 2010 and 2011 provided another avenue for income and public exposure, although the specific details of her contract and salary for this role are not publicly accessible. She was released from the show after its first season, along with co-host Leah Remini.
Writing Career and Literary Achievements
Peete is an author and has written or contributed to a number of books. In 2011, her children’s book, “My Brother Charlie,” won Peete an NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Literary Work. The following year, it was awarded the Dolly Gray Children’s Literature Award. She also co-wrote a book, “Get Your Own Damn Beer, I’m Watching the Game!: A Woman’s Guide to Loving Pro Football.” She and co-writer Daniel Paisner won the Quills Award in Sports for their work. The success of her books, particularly “My Brother Charlie,” which received an NAACP Image Award and the Dolly Gray Children’s Literature Award, would have translated into book sales and royalties, adding to her overall income. Though specific sales figures and royalty rates are not public, awards and recognition often boost book sales.
Philanthropic Work and the HollyRod Foundation
Peete and her husband Rodney Peete co-founded the HollyRod Foundation, which is dedicated to providing compassionate care to individuals and families living with autism and Parkinson’s disease. Her dedication to supporting others has earned her several awards, including NAACP Image Awards and Prism Awards. She has also been named an Autism Ambassador by Autism Speaks. While her philanthropic activities are primarily focused on charitable giving and advocacy, the HollyRod Foundation may also generate income through fundraising events and donations. These funds are primarily used to support the foundation’s programs and initiatives, rather than directly contributing to Peete’s personal net worth.
Marriage to Rodney Peete
Peete married National Football League quarterback Rodney Peete on June 10, 1995. He had proposed to Peete during an episode of “Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper.” The couple has had four children together – Ryan and Rodney, who are twins, and Robinson and Roman. Rodney was diagnosed with autism when he was three years old.
