What is Harry Connick Jr.'s Net Worth?
Harry Connick, Jr. is a multifaceted talent, known for his contributions as a singer, pianist, composer, conductor, actor, and television personality. He has amassed a net worth of $45 million, thanks in part to his over 30 million album sales worldwide. He is one of America's top 60 best-selling male artists as ranked by the Recording Industry Association of America. With 13 #1 jazz albums, he holds the record for the most #1 albums on the U.S. jazz charts. In addition to his musical success, Connick Jr. has judged on "American Idol", acted in several films and TV shows, and hosted his own syndicated talk show from 2016 to 2018.
Real Estate
Harry and his wife, Jill, have made significant investments in real estate. In 1998, they purchased a 4.61-acre property in New Canaan, Connecticut for $1.54 million. After extensive renovations on the 7-bedroom, 11,600-square-foot house, they listed it for $7.5 million in 2017 and sold it for $5.4 million in 2018. In 2013, they acquired a new mansion on 10 acres in New Canaan for $4 million, which today is valued at around $8 million.
In 2006, the couple bought a waterfront mansion in Chatham, Massachusetts for $5.3 million. The 1.3-acre estate features a 5,300-square-foot home with a rare private dock, adding an estimated $1 million to the property's value. This property was listed for sale at $12.5 million in May 2024.
Early Life
Harry Connick Jr. was born Joseph Harry Fowler Connick Jr. on September 11, 1967, in New Orleans, Louisiana. His mother, Anita, was a judge and lawyer, and his father, Joseph, served as a district attorney. Harry's parents owned a record store, kindling his early interest in music. He began playing the keyboard at the age of 3 and performed in public by age 5. By age 9, he had performed with the New Orleans Symphony Orchestra. Sadly, his mother passed away from ovarian cancer when he was 13.
Connick Jr. studied under James Booker and Ellis Marsalis Jr. He also attended various schools, including Lakeview School and Isidore Newman School, before graduating from Jesuit High School. He briefly attended Loyola University before moving to New York, where he enrolled at Hunter College and the Manhattan School of Music. His talent caught the attention of Columbia Records executive Dr. George Butler, who signed him in 1987.
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Career
Connick Jr.'s career skyrocketed in 1989 with the soundtrack for "When Harry Met Sally...", earning him his first Grammy. The following year, he released the successful albums "We Are in Love" and "Lofty's Roach Souffle". Throughout the early 1990s, he took on roles in films like "Little Man Tate" and "Memphis Belle", and made guest appearances on "Cheers". His album releases during this period included "Blue Light, Red Light", "25", and his triple-platinum holiday album "When My Heart Finds Christmas".
In 1995, he took on a darker role in "Copycat" and starred in the 1996 blockbuster "Independence Day", which grossed $817.4 million. His performances continued to garner praise, with notable roles in "Hope Floats" (1998) and "Wayward Son" (1999).
In 2001, Connick Jr. starred in an ABC production of "South Pacific" and earned a Tony nomination for the musical "Thou Shalt Not" the following year. He had a recurring role on "Will & Grace" from 2002 to 2006, and in 2005, produced and narrated the animated Christmas special "The Happy Elf". His Broadway performances continued with "The Pajama Game" in 2006 and "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever" in 2011. In 2014, he became a judge on "American Idol", and later hosted his own talk show, "Harry", which earned 5 Daytime Emmy nominations.
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Personal Life
Harry Connick Jr. married Jill Goodacre on April 16, 1994, and they have three daughters: Georgia, Sarah, and Charlotte. A devout Roman Catholic, he performed for Pope Benedict during the 2008 "Concert of Hope". Harry is also an avid New Orleans Saints fan.
In December 1992, he faced legal issues when a gun was found in his luggage at JFK Airport. He spent one day in jail, made a public service announcement on gun laws, and the charges were later dropped.
Harry has been actively involved in humanitarian efforts, particularly after Hurricane Katrina. He organized the "Concert for Hurricane Relief" and partnered with Branford Marsalis and Habitat for Humanity to create the Musicians' Village in New Orleans. In 2012, he received a Jefferson Award for Public Service.
Awards and Honors
Harry Connick Jr. has received multiple awards for his music and acting. He has earned three Grammy Awards, including Best Jazz Vocal Performance for "When Harry Met Sally..." and Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for "Songs I Heard". He also won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Music Direction on "Great Performances". In 2019, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
