What is Rob Schneider’s Net Worth and Salary?
The net worth of Rob Schneider, an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and director, stands at $10 million. His financial success stems from a prosperous career in film, television sitcoms, as a writer and performer on SNL, and through his stand-up comedy performances. As of this moment, Schneider’s most successful films by global box office earnings are:
- Grown Ups (2010) – $271 million
- You Don’t Mess with the Zohan (2008) – $204 million
- Grown Ups 2 (2013) – $247 million
- The Animal (2001) – $84 million
- Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999) – $92 million
Often teaming up with his friend Adam Sandler, Schneider has been part of numerous Sandler blockbuster hits, such as the Grown Ups series, which achieved significant commercial success. He has also starred in the comedies You Don’t Mess with the Zohan and The Animal, both of which did well at the box office despite receiving mixed critical reviews. Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, penned and headlined by Schneider, emerged as a surprise success in 1999 and led to a sequel. Although Schneider’s film roles haven’t always garnered critical praise, his popularity with audiences has greatly aided his accomplishments in the entertainment field.
Early Life
Born Robert Michael Schneider in San Francisco, California, on October 31, 1963, Rob Schneider spent his childhood in the neighboring suburb of Pacifica. He was raised by his parents, Pilar (née Monroe) and Marvin Schneider; his mother served as a kindergarten teacher and school board president, while his father worked as a real estate broker. Schneider has an older brother named John, who is a producer. With a diverse ethnic background, Schneider’s father is Jewish, his mother Catholic, and his maternal grandmother hails from the Philippines. After graduating from Terra Nova High School in 1982, Schneider pursued further studies at San Francisco State University.
Career
Beginning his journey in stand-up comedy during high school, Schneider frequently opened for the local San Francisco band Head On, which was managed by his older brother. Post-high school, he continued to perform across the Bay Area at venues like the Holy City Zoo and The Other Café while also guest-starring on local radio shows. After opening for comedian Dennis Miller in 1987, Schneider received an opportunity to appear on HBO’s 13th Annual Young Comedians special hosted by Miller. This exposure led to Schneider being invited to join NBC’s late-night sketch show “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) as a writer in 1988.
Schneider’s role as a writer on “Saturday Night Live” was brief. He quickly transitioned into the cast, climbing from featured performer to full cast member. Between 1990 and 1994, he portrayed memorable characters like “Tiny Elvis,” “Orgasm Guy,” the irritating office employee Richard Laymer, “The Richmeister,” “Carlo” from the Il Cantore Restaurant sketches, and “The Sensitive Naked Man.” Alongside live tapings, he also appeared in the video “The Bad Boys of Saturday Night Live,” featuring fellow comedians Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Chris Farley.
After leaving SNL in 1994, Schneider gained recognition through supporting roles in various films, including “Surf Ninjas,” “Judge Dredd,” “The Beverly Hillbillies,” “Demolition Man,” and “Down Periscope.” He additionally had a recurring role on the TV series “Coach,” and in 1996, he co-starred…
Starring alongside Ron Eldard and Justine Bateman in the NBC sitcom “Men Behaving Badly,” Schneider’s involvement marked his entry into a series that was originally a British show, but his appearance was in the American version, which lasted for two seasons.
He then transitioned into film, featuring in works such as “Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo” (1999), a project he co-wrote that grossed $92 million worldwide against a budget of $17 million, despite facing harsh critical backlash. Its sequel, “Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo” (2005), did not win over critics or audiences and was even nominated for Worst Picture at the 25th Golden Raspberry Awards. He also starred in “The Animal” (2001), which he co-wrote, and “The Hot Chick” (2002), again with Schneider as co-writer. Additionally, he appeared in “The Benchwarmers” (2006), produced by Adam Sandler, alongside David Spade and Jon Heder. Minor roles in films like “Muppets from Space” (1999) and “Around the World in 80 Days” (2004) occurred during this time as well. He took the lead role in the CBS comedy “Rob,” a series loosely inspired by his personal life, and starred in “Real Rob,” a Netflix sitcom that captures real-life events, featuring his actual wife, Patricia.
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Schneider has collaborated with fellow SNL alum Adam Sandler in more than just “The Benchwarmers.” His appearances in several Sandler films include “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). Moreover, he lent his voice to narrate Sandler’s animated feature “Eight Crazy Nights” (2002).
Apart from acting and screenwriting, Schneider has also pursued directing. His directorial debut occurred in 2009 with the release of the comedy “Big Stan” in the United States. He not only took on directing duties but also starred in and co-produced the film alongside his brother, John Schneider. Outside the realm of film and acting, he released his comedy album “Registered Offender” (2010) and embarked on an international stand-up comedy tour that same year, along with various endorsement deals. Schneider served as a spokesperson for State Farm Insurance until 2014 when the company dropped him due to his anti-vaccination stance. He currently represents both the Taiwan Tourism Bureau and Ten Ren Tea company in Taiwan.
Personal Life
Born in 1989, Schneider’s eldest daughter, musician Elle King, is the product of his previous relationship with former model London King. In April 2011, he married Patricia Azarcoya Arce, a television producer hailing from Monterrey, Mexico. Together, they have welcomed two daughters, born in 2012 and 2016.
For many years, the school system in Schneider’s hometown of Pacifica, California, lacked funding for music education programs. In 1996, he established the Rob Schneider Music Foundation to reinstate music education in Pacifica’s elementary schools. The foundation supported teacher salaries and funded the purchase of musical instruments and other necessary equipment.
Real Estate
In 2003, Schneider purchased a home in San Marino, California, for $1.922 million.
In 2009, he put the home on the market for $3.6 million, eventually agreeing to a sale for $2.3 million in 2012. Additionally, in 2004, he sold another residence in the LA area for $1.09 million.
Rob purchased a house in Scottsdale, Arizona, for $1.25 million in November 2020 and later sold it for $1.45 million in February 2022. Also during February 2022, he acquired an 8,000-square-foot mansion on 3.6 acres in Scottsdale for $4 million. The current value of this 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom home is estimated to be at least $5 million. Subsequently, in August 2024, Rob acquired a home in Woodland Hills, a suburb of LA, for $2.5 million.