Justine Bateman, an accomplished American actress, writer, and producer, has an estimated net worth of $6 million. Over her successful career, Bateman appeared in various TV shows, including “Family Ties,” “Men Behaving Badly,” “Desperate Housewives,” and “Californication.” She has also appeared in movies like “Satisfaction” and “The TV Set.” As a director, she made her mark with “Violet” (2021), starring Olivia Munn and Justin Theroux. Additionally, her short film “Five Minutes,” debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival, showcasing her talent as a writer and producer.
Born on February 19, 1966, in Rye, New York, Justine Tanya Bateman grew up alongside her younger brother, Jason Bateman, who later became a well-known actor. Their father, Kent Bateman, is a film producer and director, while their mother, Victoria Elizabeth, is a former Pan Am flight attendant from the UK. Justine’s passion for acting developed early, and by the time she was college-bound, she was already deeply involved in the production of “Family Ties.” However, due to her contract with Paramount Studios, she was unable to attend college.
Justine is best known for her role as Mallory Keaton on the beloved sitcom “Family Ties,” which she starred in from 1982 to 1989. This role catapulted her to fame, earning her critical acclaim. Bateman even hosted an episode of “Saturday Night Live” in 1988 while “Family Ties” was nearing its end. Her performance earned her two Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe nod. Afterward, she joined “Men Behaving Badly” (1996-1997) as Sarah, and she later appeared in “Out of Order” and “Arrested Development” alongside her brother, Jason.
Bateman’s film career includes notable roles, especially in “Satisfaction,” a film about an all-girl band, where she not only starred but also provided lead vocals. Other significant films include “The TV Set” and “The Night We Never Met.” She also made appearances in several web series and theater productions. As a director, Bateman’s feature film debut was “Violet,” which she also wrote. Her first script sale was to Disney’s “Wizards of Waverly Place.” She has since worked on internet talk shows, web series, and short films.
In addition to her entertainment career, Justine Bateman ventured into the fashion industry by establishing a clothing design company. Despite its closure after three years, the company became known for its unique knits, which were sold at Saks Fifth Avenue and Fred Segal. She is also a vocal advocate for net neutrality and holds licenses in both piloting and scuba-diving. In 2016, Bateman earned a degree in computer science and digital media management from UCLA.
Justine Bateman married Mark Fluent, a real estate developer, in 2001. The couple has two children, a son named Duke and a daughter named Olivia.
In 2003, Justine and her husband purchased a home in the Hollywood Hills for $1.825 million. Today, the property is valued at approximately $4 million.
