American actress, producer, and former fashion model, Candice Bergen, was born on May 9, 1946, in Beverly Hills, California. Born into an entertainment family – her father was a ventriloquist and her mother a model and actress – Bergen was exposed to show business early on. Bergen attended the University of Pennsylvania and later became an actress.
Career Highlights
Candice Bergen started acting in the 1960s when she acted in “The Group” (1966), a Sidney Lumet drama. Early roles often highlighted her beauty, but soon she established herself as a serious actress. Bergen proved both versatile and talented in films like Carnal Knowledge (1971) and Starting Over (1979), for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
Bergen rose to fame in 1988 on the CBS sitcom, Murphy Brown. The show, which ran for ten seasons, with a successful revival in 2018, made Bergen a household name. As the sharp-tongued, independent TV journalist she won five Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards, making her one of television’s most respected actresses.
Bergen continued to act in film and television outside of Murphy Brown. She starred in Miss Congeniality (2000) and Sweet Home Alabama (2002) and later the HBO series Boston Legal where she played the role of attorney Shirley Schmidt. Her role on Boston Legal netted her two additional Emmy nominations.
Candice Bergan’s Net Worth
Candice Bergen is estimated to be worth around $50 million. This imposing figure is the result of her long and successful career in Hollywood, including television, film, and even fashion and photography. Some of the key factors that have played a role in building her wealth include:
Television Acting: The foundation of Bergen’s wealth is built on her work on television – particularly Murphy Brown. Its original run and subsequent revival netted Bergen substantial residual income. Her work on Boston Legal also helped her earn more.
Film Roles: Bergen has acted in several successful films. Box office hits like Miss Congeniality and Sweet Home Alabama gave her huge paychecks and residual income.
Endorsements and Modeling: Bergen was a model before becoming an actress, and her striking looks earned her numerous endorsements and ad campaigns. She no longer models but her early work in this field helped in building her initial wealth.
Writing and Photography: Bergen is also a writer and photographer. Her memoirs include a Fine Romance, which became a bestseller. Her photography work appears in various publications.
Conclusion
Candice Bergen has amassed huge wealth over the years from her career. From her first roles as a fashion model to her roles in film and television, Bergen has shown she can adapt and excel in the world of show business. Her financial success reflects both her acting and entrepreneurial skills as well as keen eye for opportunities.
