David Spade’s net worth is $70 million, acquired through his acting, comedy, TV work, and real estate investments.
David Spade Net Worth and Facts
| Full Name | David Wayne Spade |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Dave |
| Birth Date | July 22, 1964 |
| Age | 59 |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Height | 5′ 8″ |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Net Worth | $70 million |
David Spade early life
Born on July 22, 1964, in Birmingham, Michigan, David Wayne Spade grew up with two brothers, Andy and Bryan.
At the age of four, the family relocated to Scottsdale, Arizona, and soon after, his parents divorced, leaving the brothers primarily in their mother’s care, facing financial challenges.
David graduated from Saguaro High School and pursued his education at Scottsdale Community College and later Arizona State University, where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.
In 1986, he graduated with a business degree. During his time at the university, he regularly performed in the sketch comedy show “Farce Side Comedy Hour” and honed his stand-up skills at Greasy Tony’s Pizza in Tempe, AZ.
Notably, David’s brother, Andy Spade, would later co-found the highly successful handbag company Kate Spade with his wife, Kate, who tragically passed away in 2018.
David Spade’s Salary History
During the initial seasons of “Just Shoot Me!”, David Spade received $150,000 per episode, which was later increased to $300,000 per episode for the fifth season, totaling $6.6 million per season.
His base salary from the series amounted to approximately $30 million before royalties. Similarly, at the height of his tenure on “Rules of Engagement,” he earned $150,000 per episode, equating to about $3.6 million per season adding up to David Spade’s net worth.
Career Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1987 | Debut Film Appearance |
| Spade appears in ‘Police Academy 4.’ | |
| 1990 | “Saturday Night Live” |
| Spade joins “S.N.L.” as a writer but soon becomes a cast member. | |
| 1997 | “Just Shoot Me!” |
| Spade stars as Dennis Finch in this office sitcom. | |
| 2001 | Debut Solo Starring Role |
| Spade lands the starring role of Joe Dirt in “Joe Dirt.” | |
| 2013 | “Grown Ups 2” |
| Spade reprises his starring role in this sequel. |
David Spade’s Personal Life
Renowned comedian David Spade, who has drawn comparisons to George Clooney and Adam Sandler in the comedy world, is the father of Harper, his daughter with former Playboy Playmate Jillian Grace.
In 2000, his assistant, David Warren “Skippy” Malloy, attacked him while he slept, resulting in Malloy’s guilty plea and a five-year probation sentence, mandatory counseling, and a restraining order to keep him away from Spade.
Spade’s philanthropic efforts include a $100,000 donation to the Phoenix police department in 2005, a $200,000 contribution to assist Oklahoma tornado victims in 2013, and a $100,000 gift to the ALS ice bucket challenge in 2014.
Additionally, he donated $100,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness after his sister-in-law’s tragic suicide.
In June 2017, Spade’s Beverly Hills residence was burglarized, and he currently maintains homes in both West Hollywood and Hollywood Hills.
