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What Is Jessica Biel’s Net Worth?
Jessica Biel, a multifaceted American entertainer known for her work as an actress, model, singer, and producer, has amassed a considerable net worth. As of March 18, 2025, her net worth is estimated to be $250 million. However, it’s important to note that this figure represents the combined net worth of Jessica and her husband, pop superstar Justin Timberlake. Justin’s individual contribution to their combined wealth is significantly higher, ranging from $200 to $230 million.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born Jessica Claire Biel on March 3, 1982, in Ely, Minnesota, Jessica’s upbringing involved a diverse range of experiences. Her mother, Kimberly, worked as a spiritual healer, while her father, Jonathan, was a business consultant who worked at General Electric. Jessica grew up alongside her younger brother, Justin, who later founded BARE, an eco-friendly accessories line. Jessica was also a partner in the business. The family resided in various locations, including Connecticut, Texas, Illinois, and Colorado. Even as a child, Jessica was active in sports like soccer and gymnastics. At the age of 9, she began her foray into the performing arts with local musical productions like “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Sound of Music.” At 11 years old, she signed with her first agent after participating in the International Modeling and Talent Association competition, and subsequently winning a scholarship to Young Actor’s Space in Los Angeles. In terms of her early education, Jessica attended Fairview High School and Le Lycee Francais De Los Angeles before enrolling at Tufts University from 2000 to 2002. She later decided to drop out to fully pursue her acting career.
Acting Career Highlights and Notable Roles
Jessica Biel’s acting career officially began in 1994 with a role in the short film “It’s a Digital World.” Her big break came at the age of 14, when she was cast as Mary Camden in the long-running WB television series “7th Heaven” in 1996. She was on the show till 2003, but she made guest appearances on it after that as well. In 1997, Biel made her feature film debut in “Ulee’s Gold,” playing Peter Fonda’s granddaughter. The following year, she starred in “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” alongside Jonathan Taylor Thomas. She caused controversy when she appeared in a risque photo shoot for “Gear” magazine in 2000; the producers of “7th Heaven” sued the magazine, and Biel later expressed regret for having posed for the photos.
Biel appeared in a string of films like “Summer Catch” (2001), and “The Rules of Attraction” (2002). Biel starred in the 2003 remake of “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,” which grossed $107 million at the box office against a $9.5 million budget. In 2004, she played a vampire hunter in “Blade: Trinity,” which grossed $150 million worldwide. She would then appear in the films, “Stealth,” “London,” and “Elizabethtown,” in 2005. In 2006, Biel starred in “The Illusionist” alongside Edward Norton and Paul Giamatti. She earned critical acclaim as well as an award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. She followed up her award-winning role with “Home of the Brave” (2006), “I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry” (2007), “Easy Virtue” (2008), “Valentine’s Day” (2010), and “New Year’s Eve” (2011). In 2012, Jessica starred in “The Tall Man,” “Total Recall,” “Hitchcock,” and “Playing for Keeps.” In 2017, she starred in “The Sinner” as Cora Tannetti, a mother who murdered a man on a crowded beach and doesn’t know why she did it. Though Biel only appeared in the show’s first season, she has served as a producer for the entire series. Jessica has worked on several animated projects, lending her voice to “Planet 51” (2009), “Johnny Bravo” (2004), “Family Guy” (2005 and 2013), and “BoJack Horseman” (2016-2018). She also guest-starred on a 2014 episode of “New Girl” and has appeared in 2 music videos: Aerosmith’s “Fly Away from Here” (2001) and Justin Timberlake’s “Man of the Woods” (2018).
Real Estate Investments
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake have made a number of strategic real estate investments over the years. In 2010, the couple purchased a 2,600-square-foot penthouse in New York City’s Soho neighborhood for $6.6 million. They listed the property for sale in 2018 for $8 million, but eventually sold it in January 2019 for less than what they originally paid. Then, in 2017, Jessica and Justin bought a 5,400-square-foot duplex penthouse in Tribecca for $20.2 million. The property, which was originally listed for $27.5 million, came with monthly condo fees, maintenance, and taxes of $15,000. Justin and Jessica then sold their unit in January 2022 for $29 million.
Outside of New York, Jessica and Justin own a mansion in the Hollywood Hills that Justin bought in 2002 for $8.3 million. In October 2021, Justin and Jessica listed this property for sale for $35 million. Justin and Jessica used to own a 130-acre undeveloped estate near Nashville, and they bought the property in 2015 for $4 million. They sold it in June 2024 for $8 million. Furthermore, Justin and Jessica are members of the ultra-exclusive Yellowstone Club in Montana, where they paid an undisclosed price for their property in 2015.
Personal Life and Philanthropy
Jessica Biel’s personal life has been a subject of public interest. She dated her “7th Heaven” co-star Adam LaVorgna from 1998 to 2001 and had an on-and-off relationship with actor Chris Evans from 2001 to 2006. In 2007, Jessica began dating singer Justin Timberlake after meeting him at a birthday party. They became engaged in December 2011 and married in Italy on October 19, 2012. The couple welcomed their son, Silas, on April 11, 2015.
Beyond her acting career, Jessica is also involved in several charitable causes. She founded the Make the Difference Network in 2007. In 2006, she participated in a charity auction to raise money for Molly Bloom’s medical bills after the teenager lost her leg in a limo accident. In 2010, Jessica brought attention to the global water crisis by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro during the Summit on the Summit expedition. She has also supported WomanCare Global, charity:water, and several other charitable organizations.
Awards and Recognition
Jessica Biel’s talent and contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 1998, she won a Young Artist Award for her role in “Ulee’s Gold.” She then earned a ShoWest Award for Female Star of Tomorrow in 2005. In 2007, she received the Rising Star Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. She also won the Outstanding Achievement in Filmmaking Acting award for “The Illusionist” at the 2006 Newport Beach Film Festival. In 2013, Jessica shared a Best Acting Ensemble: Feature award from the Ashland Independent Film Festival with the cast of “The Truth About Emanuel.” Jessica’s support of the LGBT community and dedication to improving the lives of LGBT youths led to her and Timberlake being honored with the Inspiration Award at the GLSEN Respect Awards in 2015. In 2012, she earned an Impact Award at Variety’s Power of Women luncheon for her work with charity:water.
Influence on Jessica Biel’s Net Worth
While Jessica Biel has starred in many movies and television shows, the degree to which each project has directly impacted her personal net worth is not publicly detailed. A large portion of her income streams from her roles in hit movies such as “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre,” which made $107 million at the box office. Also, “Blade: Trinity” grossed $150 million worldwide. The projects have contributed to her net worth, along with earnings from TV shows, producer roles, and endorsements.
