As one of the most talked-about figures, Maya Rudolph has built a significant fortune. In this article, we dive deep into the assets and career highlights.
What is Maya Rudolph's Net Worth?
Maya Rudolph is an American comedian, actress, and singer who has a net worth of $20 million. Maya Rudolph first became widely known as a cast member on NBC's "Saturday Night Live" (2000–2007). She has gone on to appear in films such as "Idiocracy" (2006), "Away We Go" (2009), "Bridesmaids" (2011), and "Wine Country" (2019). She starred as Ava Alexander in the NBC sitcom "Up All Night" from 2011 to 2012 and Judge Gen on another NBC series, "The Good Place" from 2018 to 2020. Maya co-starred withMartin Shorton the variety show "Maya & Marty" (2016), and she has lent her voice to several projects, including "Shrek the Third" (2007), "The Nut Job" (2014), "The Angry Birds Movie" (2016), "Big Mouth" (2017–present), and "Bless the Harts" (2019–present).
Rudolph has been a member of the bands Super Sauce and The Rentals, and she is currently a member of the Prince cover band Princess. She performed on The Rentals' 1999 album "Seven More Minutes" and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog's 2003 album "Come Poop With Me, and she has starred in music videos by the Beastie Boys ("Make Some Noise," 2011) and The Lonely Island ("Dick in a Box," 2006; "Hugs," 2013). Since 2020, Maya has been portraying Senator-turned-Vice President Kamala Harris on "Saturday Night Live," a role that earned her a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series.
Early Life
Maya Rudolph was born Maya Khabira Rudolph on July 27, 1972, in Gainesville, Florida. Her father is composer Richard Rudolph, and her mother is singer-songwriterMinnie Riperton, who sadly died of breast cancer when Maya was just six years old. Maya has a brother named Marc, and when they were very young, the family moved to Los Angeles, California. Maya attended the Crossroads School in Santa Monica, where she was friends with future starsJack BlackandGwyneth Paltrow. After graduating in 1990, she enrolled at the University of California, Santa Cruz, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in photography in 1995.
Minnie Riperton, her husband Richard Rudolph and children Maya Rudolph and Marc Rudolph attend the Hollywood Christmas Parade in December 1978 (Photo by Michael Ochs Archive/Getty Images)
Career
Maya Rudolph made her television debut in 1996 on the CBS medical drama "Chicago Hope," playing Nurse Leah Martine in five episodes. In 1997, she graced the big screen for the first time, appearing in "As Good as It Gets" and "Gattaca." In 2000, Maya co-starred withBlair Underwoodand Vivica A. Fox on "City of Angels," playing Nurse Grace Patterson in 15 episodes. That year, she joined the cast of "Saturday Night Live," and she stayed until the November 3, 2007, episode and has returned frequently as a guest star. On the show, Rudolph has impersonated celebrities likeBeyoncé,Michelle Obama,Oprah Winfrey,Donatella Versace, andDiana Ross, and her recurring characters include Megan from "Wake Up, Wakefield!" and Jodi Deitz from "Bronx Beat." While starring on "Saturday Night Live," Maya appeared in the films "Duplex" (2003), "Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie" (2004), "50 First Dates" (2004), and "A Prairie Home Companion" (2006).
Ultimately, Maya Rudolph's financial journey is a testament to their success.
Disclaimer: All net worth figures are estimates based on public data.
