What is David Cross' Net Worth?
David Cross is an American actor, writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian with a net worth of $10 million. He is widely recognized for his role as Tobias Fünke on the beloved sitcom "Arrested Development" (2003–2006; 2013; 2018–2019) and his work on "Mr. Show with Bob and David" (1995–1998). With over 130 acting credits, David has starred in films like "Scary Movie 2" (2001), "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004), and "It's a Disaster" (2012). His TV appearances include "Running Wilde" (2010–2011), "The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret" (2010–2012; 2016), and "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" (2016–2017).
Early Career and Stand-Up
David began performing stand-up comedy at the age of 17 and pursued it seriously after moving to New York City post-high school. He attended Boston's Emerson College briefly and joined the sketch comedy group This is Pathetic. Over the years, he performed extensively in Boston and Los Angeles, gaining recognition for his work on radio shows like Joe Frank's "The Last Run." He released several successful stand-up comedy albums, including "Shut Up You Fucking Baby!" (2002) and "It's Not Funny" (2004).
Film and Television Career
Cross started his television career writing for "The Ben Stiller Show" in 1992, where he also made on-screen appearances. He co-created the iconic "Mr. Show with Bob and David" alongside Bob Odenkirk. Throughout the 1990s, David featured in notable films such as "The Cable Guy" (1996), "Men in Black" (1998), and "The Thin Pink Line" (1998). In 2003, he became a household name with his role as Tobias Fünke in "Arrested Development."
David also voiced the character Crane in the "Kung Fu Panda" franchise, contributing to a series that grossed over $1.8 billion. His other notable works include "Year One" (2009), "Kill Your Darlings" (2013), and "The Dark Divide" (2020). From 2018 to 2019, he appeared as Pete "The Broker" Oakland on "Goliath" and in 2021, he starred as Jerry Wexler on National Geographic's "Genius."
Personal Life
David got engaged to actress Amber Tamblyn in August 2011, and the couple married in October 2012. They welcomed their daughter Marlow Alice in February 2017. Raised in a Jewish household, David now identifies as an atheist and politically leans towards socialist Democratic views. In addition to his entertainment career, Cross was the first investor in the Kickstarter crowdfunding platform.
Awards and Nominations
David's work has earned him several accolades, including a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program for "The Ben Stiller Show" and multiple nominations for "Mr. Show with Bob and David." For his role in "Arrested Development," he received Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. His stand-up comedy albums earned him two Grammy nominations. David also won a Best Voice Performance award for "Halo 2" and a Phoenix Film Festival award for "Melvin Goes to Dinner."
