What is Bobby Burgess' Net Worth?
Bobby Burgess is a renowned American dancer and singer with an impressive net worth of $2.5 million. Born in Long Beach, California, Burgess began his illustrious career at a young age. At just 14 years old in 1955, he was selected by Walt Disney to be one of the original Mouseketeers on the Mickey Mouse Club.
After his tenure as a Mouseketeer, Burgess returned to high school and later attended Long Beach State University. While in college, he entered a dance contest with his partner and won first prize, which led to an appearance on The Lawrence Welk Show. This appearance marked the beginning of his long-term association with the show, where he remained a fan favorite until it ended in 1989.
Burgess's career extended beyond The Lawrence Welk Show as he featured in several Disney television shows and specials, including "Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color", "The Wonderful World of Disney: 40 Years of Television Magic", and "Walt: The Man Behind the Myth". He also made appearances on other popular shows such as The Donna Reed Show, The Andy Williams Show, and "Dinah's Place".
Passionate about dance throughout his life, Bobby Burgess now runs a dance studio in the Los Angeles area, continuing to inspire new generations of dancers. He currently resides in Studio City with his wife, whom he met during his time on The Lawrence Welk Show. She is the daughter of the show's accordionist, emphasizing the close-knit community that the show created.
