Eric Stonestreet is a highly successful American actor known for his iconic role as Cameron Tucker on the hit ABC series Modern Family, which ran from 2009 to 2020.
With a career spanning over two decades, Stonestreet has built a notable reputation and amassed a considerable fortune. His estimated net worth stands at $23 million, a reflection of both his acting career and various other ventures.
Career Highlights and Salary
Stonestreet’s salary peaked during the later years of Modern Family, where he was paid $500,000 per episode, contributing significantly to his net worth.
Over the course of the show, Stonestreet appeared in 250 episodes, earning an impressive salary that led to around $12 million in earnings for the later seasons.
His earnings also extend beyond Modern Family, as he has appeared in various films like Bad Teacher (2011) and Identity Thief (2013), as well as lending his voice to the popular animated film The Secret Life of Pets (2016) and its 2019 sequel.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born in Kansas City, Kansas, in 1971, Stonestreet initially pursued a career in comedy, developing a clown persona called Fizbo, which later became a beloved character on Modern Family.
After graduating from Kansas State University, he moved to Los Angeles to further his acting career, landing guest roles in shows such as Malcolm in the Middle and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation before landing his breakthrough role on Modern Family.
Awards and Recognition
Stonestreet’s portrayal of Cameron Tucker won him critical acclaim and recognition in the form of two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 2010 and 2012.
He also earned several other prestigious nominations throughout his career, cementing his status as one of television’s top comedic actors.
Real Estate Ventures
In addition to his acting career, Stonestreet has made lucrative real estate investments, including properties in Valley Village and Studio City, California.
He successfully sold a home in Studio City for $1.1 million, making a profit after purchasing it for $735,000 in 2008.
Personal Life and Philanthropy
Outside of acting, Stonestreet is involved in philanthropic work and has been a vocal supporter of the LGBTQ community.
He also enjoys sports and became a part-owner of the MLB team, the Kansas City Royals, in 2019.
He has been in a long-term relationship with pediatric nurse Lindsay Schweitzer since 2016 and has used his platform to raise money for various causes, including autism-related charities.
