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What Is Shannon Tweed’s Net Worth?
Shannon Tweed, a Canadian actress and model, has amassed a net worth of $50 million. Her career, spanning several decades, includes notable roles in erotic thrillers and mainstream television.
Shannon Tweed’s Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born on March 10, 1957, in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, Shannon Tweed’s early life was spent on a mink ranch in Markland, owned by her father, Donald Keith Tweed. Her mother, Louise Wall Tweed, later moved the family to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, after her father was in a coma after a car accident. While living in Saskatoon, the family relied on welfare while Louise pursued a nursing career.
At the age of 20, following breast augmentation surgery, Tweed ventured into modeling and participated in several beauty pageants. In 1978, she was the third runner-up in the Miss Ottawa competition. She won the Miss Canada talent competition with her singing ability.
Tweed’s modeling career received a boost when the Canadian TV show “Thrill of a Lifetime” arranged for her to pose for “Playboy” magazine. This led to her becoming a “Playboy” Playmate of the Month and subsequently moving into the Playboy Mansion, where she resided for over a year under the guidance of Hugh Hefner. It was at the Playboy Mansion she met her future husband, Gene Simmons.
Shannon Tweed’s Rise to Fame in Film and Television
Shannon Tweed began her acting career with roles in television series such as “1st and Ten,” “Frasier,” and “Days of Our Lives”. In 1983, she made her film debut in the horror film “Of Unknown Origin”. This was followed by appearances in various movies and television shows.
Tweed’s filmography includes appearances in over 60 movies, including “Hot Dog…The Movie,” “Detroit Rock City,” (which was produced by Simmons) “Night Eyes 3,” and “Dead by Dawn.” She also appeared in “Falcon Crest,” “The Dukes of Hazzard,” and “Married…with Children”. In 1985, she secured a year-long role in “Days of Our Lives,” playing Savannah Wilder. She also lent her voice to the Nickelodeon program “SpongeBob SquarePants” in the episode “20,000 Patties Under the Sea”.
In 1999, Tweed co-starred with her sister Tracy Tweed in the film “Night Eyes 3.” Shannon gained recognition as a successful actress in mainstream erotica. Her role choices and performances in these films solidified her position in the industry.
“Gene Simmons Family Jewels” and Transition to Reality TV
From 2006 to 2012, Tweed, along with her family, starred in the reality television series “Gene Simmons Family Jewels”. The show chronicled their family life, highlighting their relationship dynamics. A significant event was Gene Simmons’ proposal to her, followed by their wedding at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
An episode of “Gene Simmons Family Jewels” in 2010 was filmed in Tweed’s hometown of Saskatoon. She also served as the narrator of the reality show “Ex-Wives of Rock”. Her appearances in reality television broadened her public profile.
During Tweed’s time at the Playboy Mansion, she was Hugh Hefner’s partner, coinciding with her Playboy appearances and being named 1982 Playmate of the Year. It was at the Playboy Mansion where she first met Gene Simmons.
Shannon Tweed’s Personal Life and Marriage to Gene Simmons
Tweed and Kiss rock star Gene Simmons moved in together in 1983. After dating for nearly three decades, they married in 2011. The wedding was filmed for their reality show “Gene Simmons Family Jewels”. The couple has two children: a son named Nicolas (born in 1989) and a daughter named Sophie (born in 1992).
In 2010, the Saskatoon City Council named a road after her, called Tweed Lane in Rosewood, reflecting her connection to the city.
Real Estate Investments
In 1986, Gene Simmons purchased a property in Beverly Hills for $1,327,500, equivalent to $3.1 million today when adjusted for inflation. Several years later, Gene and Shannon embarked on a five-year construction project, costing a reported $12 million, to build the current 10-bedroom, 16,500-square-foot home seen on “Gene Simmons Family Jewels”. In October 2020, Gene and Shannon listed this mansion for sale at $22 million. They are reportedly selling to move full-time to a recently acquired 24-acre estate near Mount Rainier in Washington.
The couple’s real estate investments contribute significantly to their combined net worth, reflecting their financial strategy and long-term planning.
