Ricky Gervais Net Worth 2023: Financial Success of one of the best comedians in the world

Courtesy of his successful acting career, Ricky Gervais’ Net Worth is $160 Million. He is a British comedian, actor, writer, and director. Born in 1961, Gervais is best known for acting in the hit television series “The Office” which has been adapted in several countries.

He has also starred in numerous films, including “Ghost Town” and “The Invention of Lying”. Ricky Gervais is also famous for his philanthropy. He donates millions of dollars to numerous charities.

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In addition to his work in television and film, Gervais is also a successful author. He has written several books, including “Flanimals,” which was adapted into an animated television series.

Ricky Gervais Net Worth 2023

Full Name	Ricky Dene Gervais
Age	Born on 25 June 1961
Gender	Male
Profession	Stand-Up Comedy, Actor, Director, and Author
Years Active	1982 to Present
Net Worth	$160 Million

Salary and Income

Currently, Ricky Gervais is one of the richest actors in the world. According to Forbes, he is the 26th wealthiest comedian worldwide. It is believed that this veteran actor makes 32 million pounds per year. There are some internet reports which indicate that he has also earned $100 million through syndication sales of ‘The Office’ in 2019.

Despite all the success Ricky likes to remain humble and kind. “I don’t care about viewing figures, more awards or more money at this stage,” he said during an interview. As per Gervais, all he wants is to write humor and entertain the audience.

Ricky Gervais’s Biography

Ricky Gervais was born on June 25, 1961, in Reading, England. He grew up in Whitley, a suburb of Reading along with his parents and three siblings. His father worked as a laborer and his mother was a housewife. He attended Whitley Park Infants and Junior Schools. Later, he went on to Ashmead Comprehensive School.

After completing his education at Ashmead, Gervais went on to study at the University College of London (UCL) in 1980. He has a degree in philosophy. While at university, he attempted a career as a pop star. After graduation, he worked briefly as a music manager before pursuing a career in comedy full-time. His experiences growing up in a working-class family in Reading influenced his comic style.

Name	Ricky Dene Gervais
Date of birth	25th June 1961
Place of birth	Reading, Berkshire, England
Nationality	British
Occupation	Stand-up performer, TV Actor, Film Actor, and Author
Comedy Genres	Observational comedy, black comedy, cringe comedy, insult comedy, musical comedy, satire
Father	Lawrence Raymond “Jerry” Gervais
Mother	Eva Sophia
Sibling	3
Brother	Larry Gervais, and Bob Gaervais
Sister	Marsha Gervais
Partner	Jane Fallon
Height	5 Feet and 8 Inches (173 cm)
Weight	82 Kg (181 lbs)
Marital Status	Never married

Family Background and Early Life

Ricky’s parents were Lawrence Raymond Gervais and Eva Sophia. His father was from Canada, while his mother was British. Lawrence worked as a laborer while Eva was a housewife. Ricky grew up in a small home with his three older siblings.

The names of Ricky Gervais’s siblings are Larry, Marsha, and Bob. Unfortunately, Larry, who was a school teacher, died in 2019. Marsha is a teacher for special needs children and Bob is a painter-decorator.

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Top Films

We can say that Ricky Gervais has had an amazing film career. He appeared in multiple Hollywood movies including “Night at the Museum” and its sequels, “Battle of the Smithsonian,” and “Muppets Most Wanted.”

In addition to acting, Gervais has also written and directed several films. He wrote and directed the critically acclaimed comedy-drama “The Invention of Lying,” which starred himself and Jennifer Garner. He also wrote and directed the Netflix original film “Special Correspondents,” which starred Eric Bana. Here are some top Ricky Gervais films that you should watch.

Films	Year
Valiant	2005
Night at the Museum	2006
For Your Consideration	2006
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian	2009
Cemetery Junction	2010
Spy Kids: All the Time in the World	2011
Muppets Most Wanted	2014
The Little Prince	2015
David Brent: Life on the Road	2016
Special Correspondents	2016
The Willoughbys	2020
Save Ralph	2021
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank	2022

Success on Television

Ricky Gervais has found great success on Television. His hit television series “The Office” has been adapted into many different languages and won several awards. Ricky also starred in various other successful TV shows including “Extras” and “Derek”.

In addition to his work as a television actor, Gervais has hosted many award shows including the Golden Globe Awards. He is famous for his witty nature and irreverent humor. Check out his most famous shows in the table below.

TV Shows	Year
The Office (U.S.)	2005-2013
Extras	2005–2007
The Simpsons	2006, 2011
The Ricky Gervais Show	2010–2012
An Idiot Abroad	2010–2012
Life’s Too Short	2011–2013
Curb Your Enthusiasm	2011
BoJack Horseman	2015
Galavant	2015
Ricky Gervais: Humanity	2018
Child Support	2018
Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?	2019
After Life	2019–2022
Ricky Gervais: SuperNature	2011

Girlfriend and Relationships

Gervais has been with his partner, Jane Fallon, since 1982. The couple has been together for over 30 years but has chosen not to get married or have children. Gervais has stated that he does not want to have children because he enjoys his freedom and does not want to be tied down.

Charity Works

Ricky has been a strong advocate for animal welfare and has supported various organizations that work towards the protection of animals. He has also been a vocal supporter of Humanists UK. It is a UK-based organization that promotes the humanist worldview and campaigns for a secular state.

Gervais is also a supporter of Gay rights. In 2002, Gervais took part in a charity match against fellow TV personality Grant Bovey. He won the match and donated the prize money of £5000 to train a Macmillan nurse who specializes in cancer support.

Animal Rights Activism

Ricky Gervais is also known for his love of animals and is a strong advocate for animal rights. He has been a supporter of various animal charities and has even been a vegan since he was young. In 2015, he won the Genesis Award from the animal welfare charity, Humane Society International.

Awards and Recognition

Awards	Work	Year
Primetime Emmy Awards (Outstanding Comedy Series)	The Office	2006
Primetime Emmy Awards (Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series)	Extras	2007
Golden Globe Awards (Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy)	The Office	2003
BAFTA Television Awards	The Office	2002
BAFTA Television Awards	Extras	2006
Writers Guild of America Awards	The Office	2007
Britannia Awards	Charlie Chaplin Award for Excellence in Comedy	2016
British Comedy Guide Awards	After Life	2019, 2020
Satellite Award	Ghost Town	2007