What is Jillian Bell's net worth?
Jillian Bell is an American actress, screenwriter, and comedian with a net worth of $2 million. Jillian started her career as a writer for NBC's 'Saturday Night Live' during its 35th season (2009-2010). Her talent as a writer paved the way for her acting career, leading to roles in shows and movies like '22 Jump Street,' 'Workaholics,' and 'Godmothered.' Bell is celebrated for her versatility, comedic timing, and creative storytelling.
Early Life
Jillian Bell was born on April 25, 1984. She was raised by her Romanian parents, Ron and Tanzy Bell, in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside her sister, Breanna Bell. Demonstrating an interest in comedy from a young age, Jillian began studying improv at eight years old. She graduated from Bishop Gorman High School in 2002 and soon after, moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams in the entertainment industry. In LA, she refined her talents at the famous improv comedy theater, The Groundlings.
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Acting Career
Although Jillian auditioned for 'Saturday Night Live' in 2009, she did not join the cast but was invited back as a writer by Seth Meyers for the 35th season. She later returned to host the show in 2019.
Jillian's breakthrough role came in 2011 when she portrayed Jillian Belk on Comedy Central’s 'Workaholics.' Her performance caught the attention of director Paul Thomas Anderson, who cast her in minor roles in 'The Master' (2012) and 'Inherent Vice' (2014).
Bell's role as Mercedes in '22 Jump Street' (2014) led to even higher visibility, sharing the screen with Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum. She has held key roles in several films like 'Goosebumps' (2015), 'The Night Before' (2015), 'Brittany Runs a Marathon' (2019), 'Godmothered' (2020), and 'I'm Totally Fine' (2022).
Jillian also had recurring roles like Dixie in 'Eastbound & Down's final season (2013) and supported on 'Idiotsitter' (2016). She made smaller appearances in 'Fist Fight' (2017) and 'Candy Cane Lane' (2023), and voiced Violet Hart in 'Bless the Harts' (2019).
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Awards and Accolades
In 2010, Jillian received a Primetime Emmy nomination for 'Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series' for her work on 'Saturday Night Live.' She was nominated for two MTV Movie Awards in 2015: 'Best Fight' with Jonah Hill and 'Best Villain' for her role in '22 Jump Street.' Her starring role in 'Brittany Runs a Marathon' earned her a Critics' Choice Awards nomination for 'Best Actress in a Comedy' and an Independent Spirit Award nomination for 'Best Female Lead.' In 2019, she received the Fairbanks Award at the San Diego International Film Festival and the Next Wave Award at the Provincetown International Film Festival.
