Chris Pratt’s Net Worth and Salary: What Are They?
With a net worth estimated at $100 million, Chris Pratt is an American actor who first rose to fame for his portrayal of Andy Dwyer in the beloved television series “Parks and Recreation,” which aired from 2009 to 2015. His portrayal received wide recognition, and audiences embraced the character for his charming yet quirky personality.
However, it was his role as Peter Quill, or Star-Lord, in the 2014 Marvel Cinematic Universe film “Guardians of the Galaxy” that catapulted Pratt into stardom. The film achieved remarkable success at the box office, and his performance garnered significant acclaim. He later reprised this role in the sequel “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” released in 2017, along with appearances in other MCU films such as “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame,” which rank among the highest-grossing films globally.
Simultaneously, Pratt was involved in another major film franchise, “Jurassic World,” continuing the legacy of the classic “Jurassic Park” series. He stars as Owen Grady, a specialist in Velociraptor training and care. The debut film in this series, released in 2015, became a colossal commercial success. Pratt also returned for the sequel, “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,” which came out in 2018, and a third movie, “Jurassic World: Dominion,” is scheduled for future release.
In addition to these blockbuster franchises, Pratt has shown his range by exploring various genres, including drama in films like “Zero Dark Thirty,” where he portrayed a Navy SEAL involved in capturing Osama Bin Laden, and lending his voice in the animated movie “The LEGO Movie.”
His contributions to film have earned him numerous accolades, including a Critics’ Choice Television Award for his performance in “Parks and Recreation” and a Teen Choice Award for “Jurassic World.”
Early Years
Born on June 21, 1979, in Virginia, Minnesota, Chris Pratt is the youngest of Kathleen and Daniel Pratt’s children. At the age of seven, his family relocated to Lake Stevens, Washington. He attended Lake Stevens High School, where he was an active member of the wrestling team, finishing fifth in a state tournament. When asked by his wrestling coach about his future aspirations, Pratt confidently stated, “I don’t know, but I know I’ll be famous, and I know I’ll make a shit ton of money.” He graduated high school in 1997.
Following high school, Pratt began attending community college but withdrew after a semester. He worked as a discounted ticket salesman and faced homelessness in Maui, Hawaii, sleeping in a van and on the beach in a tent. While in Maui, he worked with the Christian missionary group Jews for Jesus and was “discovered” while employed at a seafood restaurant.
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A Career in Entertainment
Working as a waiter at Bubba Gump Shrimp Company in Maui, Pratt was “discovered” by actress and director Rae Dawn Chong, who cast him in her first directorial project,the short horror film titled “Cursed Part 3.” Pratt’s initial regular acting role took place in the WB series “Everwood.” Following its cancellation, he became part of “The O.C.” cast during its fourth season. Pratt has taken on various roles across film and television, including appearances in “Strangers with Candy,” “Moneyball,” “The Five-Year Engagement,” and “Zero Dark Thirty,” which are just a few examples of his extensive body of work.
Among his various roles, Pratt is most recognized for his character in “Parks and Recreation,” where he portrayed Andy Dwyer — a role originally intended as a guest appearance. However, due to the producers’ fondness for him, he was promoted to a series regular. “Parks and Recreation” aired for seven seasons, from 2009 to 2015. His performance earned him a nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the Critics’ Choice Television Awards.
After his involvement in “Guardians of the Galaxy” in 2014 and “Jurassic World” in 2015, Pratt emerged as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after leading men. The films grossed over $700 million and $1.6 billion globally, respectively.
He has appeared in numerous films, including “The Magnificent Seven,” “Passengers,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,” “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Avengers: Endgame,” “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,” and “Jurassic World Dominion.” Notably, he starred in “The Tomorrow War,” a military sci-fi war film where he also made his debut as a film producer.
In the 2023 animated feature “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” Chris Pratt voiced Mario. Soon after, he returned as Peter Quill/Star-Lord in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.” He is also set to voice Garfield in an upcoming animated film sharing the same name.
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Personal Life
In 2007, Chris Pratt met Anna Faris on the set of “Take Me Home Tonight.” They became engaged in late 2008 and exchanged vows on July 9, 2009, in an unplanned wedding in Bali, which occurred spontaneously after attending a friend’s wedding. Their son, Jack, was born nine weeks premature in August 2012. Subsequently, Pratt and Faris separated in 2017 and finalized their divorce in 2018.
In mid-2018, Katherine Schwarzenegger’s mother, Maria Shriver, arranged a date for her daughter with Pratt. Katherine’s father is Arnold Schwarzenegger. Chris and Katherine tied the knot in June 2019 in Montecito, California, enjoying their honeymoon on the Hawaiian island of Lanai. Their first child together, a daughter named Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt, was born in August 2020. In May 2022, their second daughter arrived.
Salary Highlights
From June 2016 to June 2017, Chris earned a total of $18 million from various projects. For his role in “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom,” he received $10 million, after making $5 million for his part in the original film. Reports indicate that Pratt earned between $12 million and $14 million for “Jurassic World Dominion,” the third installment of the series.
Real Estate
In 2014, Pratt and Faris acquired a Hollywood Hills home for $3.3 million from Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino. They listed the property for $4.995 million in 2018. The 4,700-square-foot residence features a turret entry, impressive wood-beamed ceilings, as well as arched doorways and windows, complemented by rich oak paneling.
The den is lined with a speakeasy-style wet bar. Included in the master suite are a spa-like bath featuring a steam room and custom closets. There are four bedrooms along with 4.5 bathrooms.
Finally, in September 2020, they secured a buyer for $4.75 million.
Back in 2018, Chris acquired a 10,000-square-foot home in LA’s Pacific Palisades neighborhood for $15.6 million. By July 2023, they had listed this property for sale at $32 million.
Philanthropy
In 2015, Chris Pratt and Ana Faris made a donation of $1 million to charity to supply eyeglasses to underprivileged children. Their son was born premature and with visual impairments. Additionally, they contributed to the neonatal intensive care unit of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and supported the March of Dimes.
Pratt donated $500,000 in December 2016 to a teen center in his hometown of Lake Stevens, which was named in honor of Chris’ father.
In February 2021, Pratt gave $20,000 to combat hunger in South Carolina and organized a fundraiser that raised $650,000 to address food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, he donated $10,000 to the Edmonds Food Bank that same month. Pratt was also instrumental in establishing the “Feed Thy Neighbor” charity, to which he contributed $100,000.