Louis C.K. is 50-years-old comedian, writer and producer with a net worth of $52 million dollars. He makes a majority of his income from his comedy acts, which he is best known for.
Louis has been in the comedic industry for 30 years. More information about his fame can be found here.
From touring all over the U.S. to producing films and shows, Louis secures his fortune in different ways.
The Beginning of a Comedian
The start of his comedic career was writing for a few big named comedians such as, Chris Rock, David Letterman and Conan O’Brien. Louis appeared in a few comedies in his early years before he obtained his fame.
In the beginning he even opened a show for Jerry Seinfeld. 1996 was the year he got the opportunity to have his own special on HBO.
As well as being a comedian he is also a film writer/producer. Writing films certainly contributed to his net worth. Writing for Chris Rock on the “Chris Rock Show” gave him some of the experience he would need to build his fortune.
Completed Projects
Along with being an amazing comedian and writer Louis is also an actor. He has been included in a number of movies and projects. Being one of the most successful comedians in the world is no easy task.
Some of the projects he has worked on or be featured in are bigger than others. The following are some of his most famous.
Louie
Louie was a comedy series that Louis wrote, directed, produced and starred in. It happened to premiere back in 2010 on FX.
His role in this series is himself. Father of two daughters, comedian, and producer. It has a sort of fictionalized spin to it, but it was based on his real life. This show ran for five seasons from 2010 to 2015 and was nominated for a multitude of Emmy Awards.
Directing this show earned him the award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series.
The Secret Life of Pets
This movie came out in 2016 and was an animated film. Louis plays “Max” who is the main character in the movie.
His work in this movie shows some of his various abilities and skills.
Louis C.K. Live at the Beacon Theatre
One of his stand-up comedy performances came out in 2011. He performed live in Manhattan, New York and drew in a huge crowd.
This was the 4th of his comedy specials.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
This hilarious comedy movie was directed by Louie. It is no surprise that Chris Rock is in this movie since they are long-time friends.
I Think I Love My Wife
Another movie involving Chris Rock. This movie came out in 2007 and is a rated R romance comedy movie. Chris Rock was director of the film, but Louis co-wrote it with his buddy.
Saturday Night Live
Throughout his career Louis has been known to appear on the show doing his stand-up comedy acts a number of times.
Louie
Louie is a very successful show that premiered on FX in 2010 and went on for 5 seasons. This happened to be one of his most famous projects.
He decided to put some of his stand up acts in the show as well, which proved to be a success.
A Deal with Netflix
Part of his multi-million-dollar fortune comes from his deal with Netflix. Going back to his comedic roots he decided to agree to two stand-up comedy shows through the infamous network.
Locking in this deal gives him a $10 million-dollar check. Netflix was a smart move for Louis since the streaming network is extremely popular right now.
TV Life
Louis really enjoys contributing his writing and producing skills to television shows. He still puts his time and hard work into, “Better Things,” and “Baskets.” Both of which are successful FX shows.
Each of these shows began in 2016. “Baskets,” may be the more successful of the two, already scheduled for season 4 to premiere in 2019. This show also got a Primetime Emmy Award and a Critics Choice TV Award.
Louis received the award of Best Screen Writer in 2016 for “Baskets.”
The Comedy Mogul
Louis C.K.’s net worth is huge because of his many talents and projects. He shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. Winning awards seems to be one of his strong suites and contributes to his fortune.
Louis is ranked as number 4 on the 2017 list of, 50 Best Comedians of All Time.
Movie producing and directing is his main source of income, although a great deal of his money also comes from his stand-up comedy shows that surely sell out. Contributing to over 15 different movies is a sure way to make a fortune.
Louis was able to find what he loved, and what he was good at which in turn made him a multi-millionaire.
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