Jamie Lee Curtis Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Jamie Lee Curtis’ Net Worth?

Jamie Lee Curtis, an American actress, producer, and author, boasts a net worth estimated at $60 million, a figure that includes her husband, actor/writer/producer Christopher Guest, with whom she has shared several decades.

She first came into the spotlight in the late ’70s, thanks to her prominent role in the horror classic “Halloween.” Following this, she gained fame through a variety of horror films in the succeeding years. In March 2023, Curtis earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her exceptional performance in the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once.”

In addition to her notable roles in horror, she has also showcased her talents in numerous comedic films. Jamie Lee has made appearances in various esteemed television series and is recognized as a skilled author and blogger for the “Huffington Post.” In 1998, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and in 2021, she was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 78th Venice International Film Festival.

Early Life

Born on November 22, 1958, in Santa Monica, California, Jamie Lee Curtis is the daughter of the late actor Tony Curtis and late actress Janet Leigh. Raised with an older sister, Jamie’s parents divorced when she was only four years old. Following her high school graduation, she attended the University of the Pacific. Initially studying law, she later left to chase her dream of becoming an actress.

Career

Her film career launched in 1978 with the horror film “Halloween,” which not only became iconic but also marked the highest-grossing independent film upon its release. This role catapulted her into the “scream queen” status, a label given to actresses recognized for horror film roles. She went on to take leading parts in several horror movies, including “The Fog,” “Prom Night,” “Terror Train,” along with numerous sequels and spin-offs of “Halloween,” many achieving box office success.

In 1983, Curtis broke free from the scream queen stereotype with her performance in the comedy “Trading Places,” for which she earned a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. Following this, she starred in another 80s comedy, “A Fish Called Wanda,” which gained a cult following over time. The 90s saw Jamie continuing to diversify her roles, including a part in the action-thriller “Blue Steel.”

In 1994, she garnered a Golden Globe Award thanks to her role in “True Lies.” Throughout the ’90s, Curtis appeared in several other significant films, including “My Girl,” “My Girl 2,” and “Freaky Friday,” which co-starred Lindsay Lohan. In 2004, she featured in “Christmas with the Kranks,” which also garnered cult status. This year marked a pivotal moment for Jamie Lee, as she declared in 2006 her decision to take an indefinite hiatus from acting to dedicate time to her family.

Nonetheless,

This break only spanned one year. In 2007, Curtis featured in the live-action-animated film “Beverly Hills Chihuahua” alongside Piper Perabo. Subsequently, three years later, she took on a role in the comedy “You Again,” sharing the screen with Kristen Bell and Sigourney Weaver. Following that, she ventured into voice acting with projects like “The Little Engine That Could” and “From Up on Poppy Hill,” before becoming part of the casts for films such as “Veronica Mars” and “Spare Parts.”

A significant milestone in Curtis’ career occurred in 2018 when she returned to her iconic role as Laurie Strode in the “Halloween” reboot. The film became a tremendous box office hit, grossing over $76 million during its opening weekend, securing the title of the second-best October opening. Ultimately, it amassed over $255 million domestically. Additionally, it set a record for the highest-grossing debut for any film featuring a lead actress over 55 years old, becoming the most commercially successful film of the franchise.

The year 2018 proved to be eventful for Jamie Lee, as she also participated in films like “An Acceptable Loss” and “Knives Out.” The latter received widespread critical praise and exceeded $300 million at the box office.

Beyond her film appearances, Curtis has graced series such as “Quincy, M.E.,” “Columbo,” “Charlie’s Angels,” “Anything But Love,” “The Drew Carey Show,” “NCIS,” and “New Girl.” From 2015 to 2016, she portrayed Cathy Munsch on Fox’s comedy horror series “Scream Queens,” earning a Golden Globe nomination, and also directed the episode “Rapunzel, Rapunzel.”

In 2020, it was revealed that Curtis would once again reprise her iconic role in two more installments of Halloween: “Halloween Kills” and “Halloween Ends.” During this phase, she also joined the cast of the sci-fi film “Everything Everywhere At Once,” for which she received extensive acclaim and ultimately won an Oscar for Actress in a Supporting Role.

Relationships

In 1984, Jamie Lee Curtis married Christopher Guest, whose talents span screenwriting, composing, music, acting, directing, and comedy. Their connection was established after Curtis watched “This Is Spinal Tap,” which featured Guest. Over the years, they adopted two children together.

Substance Abuse

Throughout her life, Jamie Lee Curtis has faced challenges with alcoholism and, at one point, battled addiction to painkillers. However, in 1999, inspired to lead a sober lifestyle, she successfully overcame her substance abuse issues.

Real Estate

In 1989, Jamie and Christopher purchased a property in Santa Monica, California, for $1.683 million. Today, its estimated value is around $7-8 million. In 2016, they expanded their property holdings by acquiring the adjacent home for $2.2 million. The combined property now holds an estimated worth of $10-12 million. During the 2025 Palisades fire, Jamie and Christopher had to evacuate their residence. As of this writing, it remains uncertain if their home sustained any damage.