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What Is Stepfanie Kramer’s Net Worth?
Stepfanie Kramer, an American actress, writer, and singer-songwriter, has an estimated net worth of $2 million. This wealth has been accumulated through her multifaceted career in the entertainment industry, primarily through her acting roles in television and film, her work as a writer, and her career as a singer-songwriter.
Early Career and Rise to Fame
Stepfanie Kramer was born on August 6, 1956, in Los Angeles, California. Kramer’s professional acting career began in the late 1970s while she was still in school, with guest appearances in television shows such as *Starsky & Hutch*, *Dynasty*, *Bosom Buddies*, and *Knots Landing*. She graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts/West, where she later taught as a guest instructor. In 1983, she starred in the NBC sitcom *We Got It Made*. However, her big break came in 1984 when she landed the starring role as Det. Sgt. Dee Dee McCall in the NBC TV series *Hunter*, created by Stephen J. Cannell. This role would define a significant portion of her career and contribute substantially to her net worth. She played the role of Dee Dee McCall for six seasons and won critical acclaim for her performance, including a People’s Choice Award for Favorite Female TV Performer in 1990.
Earnings from “Hunter” and Other Acting Roles
Stepfanie Kramer is perhaps best recognized for her outstanding performance on the set of *Hunter* – a popular NBC television series. From 1984 to 1990, she starred as Det. Sgt. Dee Dee McCall in the TV series *Hunter*, appearing in a total of 130 episodes. Although the exact salary she earned per episode is not publicly available, her long-standing role in a successful series would have provided a steady and substantial income. After her departure from *Hunter*, she continued to work as an actress, appearing in several TV shows and movies, including *Twin Sisters* (1992), *Beyond Suspicion* (1994), *The Dogwalker* (1999) and *The Cutting Edge: Going for the Gold* (2006). Kramer also reprised her role as Dee Dee McCall in the two *Hunter* television movies (2002 and 2003). She has also appeared in episodes of the TV series *Eight is Enough*, *The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries*, *The Secret Empire*, *The Runaways*, *Fantasy Island*, *Vega$*, *Dynasty*, *Bosom Buddies*, *Knots Landing*, *Trapper John, M.D.*, *The Dukes of Hazzard*, *Riptide*, *The A-Team*, *CSI: Crime Scene Invitation*, and *The Secret Circle*.
Music Career and Income
Beyond her acting career, Stepfanie Kramer is also a singer and songwriter. In 1992 Kramer married and moved to Colorado. Two years later she gave birth to a daughter. She continued to write music and star in successful made-for-TV movies and indie films. She is a trained mezzo soprano, and showcased her musical abilities on several episodes of Hunter and on Bob Hope television specials. Kramer’s first album, *One Dream*, was released on October 12, 1999. The album contains ten adult contemporary songs. She has released several albums throughout her career, including *A Personal Note* and *Live at Vine St.* In 2008, she represented the U.S. by performing at the International Music Festival in Queretero, Mexico. While the specific figures from album sales, royalties, and live performances are not detailed, her music career has contributed to her overall income and net worth. She was also a U.S. representative at the International Music Festival held in Queretero, Mexico.
Writing and Directing Career
Stepfanie Kramer has also worked as a writer and director for television. After she quit *Hunter*, Kramer turned her focus to music and also wrote for both the big and small screens, working with notable producers David Chisolm and Chip Hayes. Her work as a writer and director has added another layer to her career and financial portfolio. She has written for films and TV shows in collaboration with writer-producers David Chisolm and Chip Hayes. Specific income figures from these ventures are not publicly available.
Awards and Recognition
Stepfanie Kramer has received several awards and nominations throughout her career. She has won three First Americans in the Arts Awards for Outstanding Lead Performance by an Actress in a TV Movie in 1995, 2002, and 2003. She was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award in 1985 for Outstanding Special Class Program for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Kramer was voted one of the most beautiful women in television in 1988 by TV Guide viewers. In 2015, Stepfanie was honored as an Icon of Television at the 56th International Television Festival in Monaco. These accolades not only recognize her talent but also contribute to her reputation and potential earning power.
