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What Is Rob Schneider’s Net Worth?
Rob Schneider, a multifaceted American talent as an actor, comedian, screenwriter, and director, has cultivated a net worth of $10 million through his extensive and varied career. His income streams encompass successful roles in both films and television sitcoms, contributions as a writer and performer for “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), and revenue generated from stand-up comedy tours.
Box Office Successes and Career Highlights
Schneider’s filmography includes several commercially successful projects. Grown Ups (2010) earned $271 million worldwide. You Don’t Mess with the Zohan (2008) brought in $204 million. Grown Ups 2 (2013) grossed $247 million, demonstrating his consistent appeal to a broad audience. Earlier in his career, The Animal (2001) secured $84 million, and Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999), a film he also co-wrote, generated $92 million at the box office, solidifying his position in the comedy film landscape.
His collaborations with Adam Sandler have been particularly fruitful, as evidenced by his participation in the financially successful Grown Ups films. While critical acclaim may not have been universal across all his projects, Schneider’s work has consistently resonated with audiences, resulting in significant box office returns and strengthening his financial standing. In 1999, Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, which had a budget of $17 million, was a surprise hit, grossing $92 million globally.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Robert Michael Schneider was born on October 31, 1963, in San Francisco, California. He grew up in Pacifica, California. His mother, Pilar (née Monroe), was a former kindergarten teacher and school board president, while his father, Marvin Schneider, worked as a real estate broker. He has an older brother, John, who works as a producer. Schneider’s diverse heritage stems from his father being Jewish and his mother being Catholic, with his maternal grandmother originating from the Philippines. He completed his secondary education at Terra Nova High School, graduating in 1982, before furthering his studies at San Francisco State University.
Schneider started his journey into comedy during his high school years, opening for the local San Francisco band Head On, which was managed by his brother. Post-high school, he performed in Bay Area nightclubs such as the Holy City Zoo and The Other Café, and guest-starred on local radio programs. In 1987, an opportunity arose when he opened for comedian Dennis Miller, which led to an appearance on HBO’s 13th Annual Young Comedians special, hosted by Miller. This exposure paved the way for him to join NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) as a writer in 1988.
Saturday Night Live and Transition to Film
Rob Schneider’s role at “Saturday Night Live” quickly evolved from a writer to a featured player and then a full cast member. From 1990 to 1994, he showcased characters like “Tiny Elvis,” “Orgasm Guy,” Richard Laymer (The Richmeister), “Carlo” from the Il Cantore Restaurant sketches, and “The Sensitive Naked Man.” Beyond the live shows, he featured in “The Bad Boys of Saturday Night Live” alongside fellow comedians Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Chris Farley. He left SNL in 1994.
Following his departure from SNL in 1994, Schneider took on supporting roles in films such as “Surf Ninjas,” “Judge Dredd,” “The Beverly Hillbillies,” “Demolition Man,” and “Down Periscope.” He also had a recurring role on the television series “Coach,” and in 1996, he co-starred in the NBC sitcom “Men Behaving Badly,” an American remake of a British show that lasted for two seasons.
Film Career and Directorial Ventures
Schneider’s transition to leading roles included “Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo” (1999), which he co-wrote. Despite negative reviews, the movie grossed $92 million worldwide on a $17 million budget. The sequel, “Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo” (2005), was not well-received. He also starred in “The Animal” (2001), which he co-wrote. Additionally, he co-wrote “The Hot Chick” (2002). Schneider appeared in “The Benchwarmers” (2006), produced by Adam Sandler. “The Benchwarmers” co-starred David Spade and Jon Heder.
His filmography also includes minor roles in movies like “Muppets from Space” (1999) and “Around the World in 80 Days” (2004). He played the main character in the CBS comedy “Rob,” which was loosely based on his own life, and starred in the Netflix sitcom “Real Rob,” which featured his real-life wife, Patricia.
Schneider’s collaborations with Adam Sandler extend to films such as “The Waterboy” (1998), “Little Nicky” (2000), “50 First Dates” (2004), “The Longest Yard” (2005), “Bedtime Stories” (2008), “I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry” (2007), “You Don’t Mess with the Zohan” (2008), and “Grown Ups” (2010). He also narrated Sandler’s animated film “Eight Crazy Nights” (2002).
Schneider’s directorial debut was the 2009 comedy “Big Stan,” in which he not only directed but also starred and co-produced with his brother, John Schneider.
Other Ventures and Endorsements
In 2010, Schneider released his comedy album, “Registered Offender,” and launched an international stand-up comedy tour. He was also a spokesperson for State Farm Insurance until 2014. He serves as the celebrity spokesperson for the Taiwan Tourism Bureau and the Ten Ren Tea company in Taiwan.
Personal Life and Philanthropy
Schneider’s eldest daughter, musician Elle King, was born in 1989. Her mother is former model London King. In April 2011, he married Patricia Azarcoya Arce, a television producer. Patricia is from Monterrey, Mexico. Together, they have two daughters, born in 2012 and 2016.
In 1996, Schneider established the Rob Schneider Music Foundation to reinstate music education programs in Pacifica’s elementary schools, covering teacher salaries and musical instrument costs.
Real Estate Investments
In 2003, Rob Schneider purchased a home in San Marino, California, for $1.922 million. He listed the home for sale for $3.6 million in 2009, eventually selling it for $2.3 million in 2012. In 2004, he sold another home in the Los Angeles area for $1.09 million. In November 2020, Schneider acquired a home in Scottsdale, Arizona, for $1.25 million, which he then sold in February 2022 for $1.45 million. Also in February 2022, Schneider purchased an 8,000-square-foot mansion on 3.6 acres in Scottsdale for $4 million, which is now valued at at least $5 million. In August 2024, Rob Schneider purchased a home in Woodland Hills, California, for $2.5 million.
