Stand-Up Comedian Dave Chappelle's Net Worth In 2020

Stand-Up Comedian Dave Chappelle's Net Worth In 2020

Net Worth	$50 Million
Real Name	David Khari Webber Chappelle
Nick Name	Dave
Profession	Comedian/Actor
DOB	14 August 1973
Age	46 (As 2020)
Birth Place	Washington, D.C., United States
Marital Status	Married
Wife	Elaine Chappelle

Introduction

David Khari Weber Chappell(Dave Chappelle) is the richest American stand-up comedian in the world, as well as an actor, producer, and writer.

By 2020, Dave Chappell's net worth is estimated to be $ 50 million; Which makes him one of the richest comedians in the world.

He is best known for his satirical comedy sketch series Chappelle's show.

Early Life

Dave Chappelle's father and mother were both professors in college, his father's name being William David Chappell II, who worked as a statistician before becoming a professor at the college. His mother, Yvonne K. Chappelle Seon (nee Reid), is also a Unitarian Universalist minister. Dave Chappelle also has a stepmother and a stepbrother.

Chappell studied at Woodlin Elementary School in Silver Spring, Maryland. His parents were politically active. Chappell's comic inspiration came from Eddie Murphy and Richard Prior. In high school, he worked as an usher at Ford's Theater, the infamous location for Lincoln's assassination. In 1991, he graduated from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, where he studied theater arts.

Career

Dave Chappell moved to New York City to pursue a career as a comedian. He performed in front of the infamous "Amateur Night" audience at the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, but he was getting off stage. Chappell described that experience as the moment that gave him the courage to continue his passion.

He quickly made a name for himself on the New York comedy circuit, even performing in city parks. At the age of 19, he made his film debut as "Ahchoo" in Robin Hood: Men in Tights Movie.

In 2003, Dave started 'Chappell's Show' at his Comedy Central Which was a sketch comedy show that became so popular that Comedy Central offered Dave Chapel a $55 million contract to continue the show for two years.

Two years later, Chappell moved from Comedy Central and in the process canceled a $ 50 million dollar contract.

In addition to his amazing successful comedy act and sketch, Chappell has worked in many more films since his debut in the 19-year-old industry.

Personal Life

Dave Chappell married Elaine Mendoza Erfe in 2001. They have two sons, Sulaiman and Ibrahim, and a daughter, Sana.

Facts of life

• He was inspired by Bill Cosby. in hindsight, Bill Cosby might not be the greatest personal hero but Cosby's immense success inspired Chappelle to pursue comedy. at age 14 Chappelle read an article about Cosby in the magazine and realized that being funny whole time wasn't a suitable goal for a smart-mouth blackhead.
• He is Muslim. Dave Chappelle Converted to Islam in 1998. he once said, "I do not speak publicly about my religion because I do not want people to discredit me and this beautiful thing of mine, I believe it is beautiful if you learn it properly.". Chappelle used his 2004 trip to Africa partially as a spiritual retreat to better align yourself with his religious values.
• He is a World Of Warcraft fan. Dave Chappelle is an avid gamer as evidenced by his grand auto sketch but did you know that he also played of Warcraft this midday. Chappelle has publicly referenced his fandom in interviews several times giving a shout to a row. he says was named after his famous Rick James sketch. fans have reported seeing him logging into the game at restaurants and cafes. He has also jokingly blamed hiatus on his world of warcraft addiction.
• Dave Chappell was offered the role of Benjamin Buford Blue "Bubba" in the film "Forest Gump" but was concerned that his character was demolished and the film would bomb, he refused to do the film.

Dave Chappelle's Films

• Robin Hood: Men in Tights
• Undercover Blues
• Getting In
• The Nutty Professor
• Con Air Pinball
• The Real Blonde
• Damn Whitey
• Half Baked
• Woo
• You've Got Mail
• 200 Cigarettes
• Blue Streak
• Screwed Rusty
• Undercover Brother
• Dave Chappelle's Block Party
• Chi-Raq Morris
• A Star Is Born

Summary

Dave Chappell is one of the richest comedians in the world, and that too after he turned down a $ 50 million dollar deal at a time.

By 2020, Dave Chappell's total net worth is estimated to be $ 50 million.