Michael Rooker’s net worth reaches
$3 million
Michael Rooker: A Brief Biography
The renowned actor Michael Rooker was born on the 6th of April 1955, in Jasper, Alabama, USA. He’s widely recognized for his roles in prominent Hollywood movies such as “Mississippi Burning” (1988), “JFK” (1991), “Cliffhanger” (1993), “Jumper” (2008), “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014), and the TV series “The Walking Dead.”
Michael Rooker has amassed an estimated net worth of $3 million by mid-2016, earned through his extensive career spanning over 30 years filled with various film and TV series roles.
Michael Rooker’s Fortune of $3 Million
Having moved to Chicago, Illinois during his early teens, Michael attended the Goodman School of Drama, now known as The Theatre School at DePaul University. His debut in the 1986 psychological horror film, “Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer,” marked the start of his rise as an actor and contributed significantly to his wealth.
Over the years, Rooker has maintained a consistent presence in both movies and TV series, starring in several notable films including “Days of Thunder” (1990), “Cliffhanger” and “Tombstone” (both in 1993). He has also appeared in a number of TV series such as “CSI: Miami,” “Las Vegas,” “JAG,” “Numb3rs,” and “Law & Order.”
Substantial additions to his wealth came through roles in “The Bone Collector” (1999), “The 6th Day” (2000), “Replicant” (2001), and “Jumper” (2008). Rooker also gained fame for his role as Yondu Udonta in “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014) and its sequel, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.”
Additionally, his portrayal of Merle Dixon in “The Walking Dead” TV series and voice roles in popular video games significantly bolstered his net worth and solidified his acting career.
Throughout his professional journey, Rooker has garnered recognition through several awards, including a 1990 Golden Space Needle Award, 1991 International Fantasy Film Award, and a 2014 Critics Choice Award.
In his personal life, Rooker has been married to Margot Tsuru LaRose since 1980, with whom he has two children. They currently reside in Tujunga, California.
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| Full Name | Michael Rooker |
| Net Worth | $3 Million |
| Date Of Birth | April 6, 1955 |
| Place Of Birth | Jasper, Alabama, United States |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Profession | Actor, Voice Actor |
| Education | Goodman School of Drama (The Theatre School at DePaul University) |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| Spouse | Margot Rooker |
| Children | Alynne Rooker |
| Nicknames | Рукер, Майкл |
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| Awards | Golden Space Needle Award for Best Actor (1986), Fantasporto Award for Best Actor (1986), International Fantasy Film Award (1991), Critics Choice Award (2014), Satellite Award for Best Cast – Television Series (2012) |
| Nominations | Fantasporto Award for Best Actor (1986) |
| Movies | “Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer” (1986), “Mississippi Burning” (1988), “JFK” (1991), “Cliffhanger” (1993), “Jumper” (2008), “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014), “The Walking Dead” |
| TV Shows | “CSI: Miami”, “Las Vegas”, “JAG”, “Numb3rs”, “Law & Order”, “The Archer”, “The Walking Dead”, “The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay”, “Call of Duty” |
