Frank Caliendo Net Worth

What Is Frank Caliendo's Net Worth and Salary?

Frank Caliendo is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and impressionist who has a net worth of $20 million. Known for his exceptional impersonations, Caliendo gained fame from his roles on the sketch comedy show "MADtv" (2001–2006) and his own series, "Frank TV" (2007-2008).

His impressions span a range of public figures, including Robin Williams, former presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, and his most well-known impression, John Madden.

Frank has also appeared in the film "The Comebacks" (2007) and on television series including "Hot in Cleveland" (2011), "Sullivan and Son" (2014), and "Liv and Maddie" (2015; 2017). He frequently guest-stars on "The Bob & Tom Show." On "Frank TV," he served as both a writer and producer, and he wrote for "MADtv" as well.

Caliendo has released several comedy albums: "Make the Voices Stop" (2002), "Frank on the Radio" (2003), "Frank on the Radio 2, Volume 1" (2007), "Frank on the Radio 2, Volume 2" (2007), "All Over the Place" (2008), and "National Lampoon Live: Unleashed" (2009). He hosts the podcast "The Frank Caliendo Cast." In 2005, Frank was nominated for a Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for "Fox NFL Sunday."

Early Life

Frank Caliendo Jr. was born on January 19, 1974, in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and graduated from Waukesha South High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication-Broadcast Journalism from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee in 1996. While at college, Caliendo began performing stand-up at local comedy clubs and later toured the college circuit.

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Career

Frank initially gained attention with his impressions of Jonathan Winters, Columbo, and the cast of "Seinfeld." He made his TV debut on "Hype" in 2000. From 2001 to 2006, he starred on Fox's "MADtv," and began appearing on "Fox NFL Sunday" in 2000, becoming a regular cast member in 2003 before departing in 2012.

Frank has performed stand-up on shows like "Late Show with David Letterman," "Premium Blend," and "Late Night with Conan O'Brien." In 2004, he featured on the animated series "Shorties Watchin' Shorties," hosted his own "Comedy Central Presents" special, and hosted "National Lampoon Live."

In 2005, he voiced George W. Bush on "Mind of Mencia" and starred in the comedy special "Frank Caliendo: All Over the Place" (2007). He performed at the 2007 White House Correspondents Dinner and appeared in the sports comedy "The Comebacks" alongside David Koechner.

From 2007 to 2008, Caliendo starred on the TBS sketch comedy show "Frank TV," which ran for two seasons. He hosted "The Comedy Festival Presents: Funniest Movies of the Year 2008," and guest-starred on "Hot in Cleveland" in 2011. In 2014, he appeared on "Gravity Falls," "Sullivan and Son," and "The Birthday Boys." He appeared on "Liv and Maddie" in 2015 and 2017, and began featuring on the podcast "Pardon My Take" in 2019.

Known for his John Madden impression, Caliendo has performed on "Fox NFL Sunday," "Mohr Sports," and "The Best Damn Sports Show Period." He has appeared on various radio shows such as "The Dan Patrick Show," "The John Boy and Billy Big Show," "The Howard Stern Show," and "Opie and Anthony."