What Is Angus T. Jones’ Net Worth and Salary?
With a net worth of $20 million, Angus T. Jones is an American actor best known for his role on the hit television series “Two and a Half Men.” He was part of the show from 2003 through 2013, and even appeared in 2015. In all, he featured in 213 episodes. Interestingly, the show made him the highest-paid child actor globally for several consecutive years, but he exited “Two and a Half Men” amidst controversy after making negative statements about the series during a Christian radio interview. Since 2006, he has not performed professionally.
Two and a Half Men Salary
During the height of his career on “Two and a Half Men,” Angus commanded an impressive salary of $350,000 per episode, which translates to roughly $9-10 million per year when including syndication points. For many years, Jones held the title of the highest-paid child star on television.
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Early Life and Career
Born on October 8, 1993, in Austin, Texas, Angus T. Jones is the elder of two siblings. He made his acting debut in the late 1990s, featuring in various television commercials before even starting kindergarten. Transitioning to television and film, he took part in projects such as “Simpatico,” “See Spot Run,” “ER,” “Dinner with Friends,” “The Rookie,” “Bringing Down the House,” and “George of the Jungle 2.” Additionally, he appeared in “The Christmas Blessing.”
Two and a Half Men
Angus was cast in 2003 for the role of Jake Harper in “Two and a Half Men,” a part that would eventually bring him fame. He was the first child actor seen by the producers for the role, and he was cast almost immediately during the audition. His character, Jake, represented the “half man” in the title—a ten-year-old boy who lives with his divorced father, played by Jon Cryer, and his indulgent uncle, portrayed by Charlie Sheen.
The series consistently attracted an audience of approximately 15 million viewers, making it one of the most popular sitcoms in the U.S. during its airing. In its ninth season, which ran from 2011 to 2012, Angus’s character was given more adult-themed storylines, depicting him as a frequent marijuana user and being involved with older women.
In October 2012, Jones participated in an interview with the Seventh Day Adventist radio show “Voice of Prophecy,” where he talked about his journey towards newfound faith. The following month, he announced he had undergone baptism and expressed his desire to no longer be part of “Two and a Half Men,” labeling the show as “filth” and stating it contradicted his religious beliefs. He also encouraged viewers to stop watching the series. His statements captured media attention after he appeared in a video on the YouTube channel of ForeRunner Chronicles, led by Christopher Hudson. The day after, Jones released a statement clarifying his stance, explaining that he “cannot address everything that has been said or correct every misinterpretation or misunderstanding.” The producers of “Two and a Half Men” mentioned that they did not expect him to return.
Until 2012, he was back on the set, and in April 2013, his status was reduced to “recurring role” for season 11. He ultimately made no appearances until a cameo during the series finale of season 12, which aired on February 19, 2015.
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Other Ventures
Beyond his acting career, Jones is also a trained vocalist. Following his departure from “Two and a Half Men,” Angus enrolled at the University of Colorado Boulder. In 2016, he became part of the management team for Tonight, a multimedia and event production company launched by Justin Combs and Kene Orijoke.
Jones engages in numerous charitable activities, including his work with the First Star Organization, which aids abused and neglected children. In August 2008, he participated alongside other celebrities at the “Rock ‘N Roll Fantasy Camp.” Additionally, in 2008, he attended the Power of Youth benefit organized by Variety for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. In October 2009, Angus received the Rising Star award from Big Brothers Big Sisters. He is also a supporter of the anti-bullying initiative Be a Star, co-founded by The Creative Coalition and WWE. Jones made an appearance at Kids Night at the Dream Center LA, participating in a charity event for children orphaned by Hurricane Katrina.