What Is Kyle Chandler's Net Worth and Salary?
Kyle Chandler is an accomplished American film and television actor with a net worth of $12 million. He is widely recognized for roles such as Deputy Jackson Lamb in "Super 8," Gary Hobson in CBS's "Early Edition," Dylan Young in ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," and Coach Eric Taylor in NBC's "Friday Night Lights." In 2011, Chandler received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his stellar performance in "Friday Night Lights."
Early Life
Kyle Chandler was born on September 17, 1965, in Buffalo, New York. He grew up with three siblings under the care of Edward Chandler, a pharmaceutical sales representative, and Sally Jeanette, a dog breeder. Raised initially in Lake Forest, Illinois, the family relocated to a farm in Loganville, Georgia when Kyle was 11. Here, he assisted his mother with her Great Dane breeding business, often traveling to dog shows and managing their dog boarding kennel.
Kyle attended George Walton Academy in Monroe, Georgia, and was an active football team member until his freshman year's tragic event—his father's death from a heart attack. Post football, Chandler discovered a passion for theater and dedicated himself to the drama program. He attended the University of Georgia as a drama major but left in 1998, just seven credits before graduation, to pursue an acting career.
Career
In 1988, ABC signed Chandler during a talent search, leading to his television film debut in "Quiet Victory: The Charlie Wedemeyer Story" the same year. He studied acting under Milton Katselas and secured his first notable TV role in "Tour of Duty" as Army Private William Griner. His film debut occurred in 1992 with George Strait's "Pure Country." Chandler's Broadway debut followed in 1994, starring alongside Ashley Judd in "Picnic."
In 1996, Chandler landed his breakthrough role in CBS's "Early Edition" as Gary Hobson, a bar owner who received "tomorrow's newspaper today," giving him the ability to avert future disasters. His portrayal earned the Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television. Post the show's 2000 conclusion, he took on numerous guest roles, including a notable stint as Dylan Young in "Grey's Anatomy" post Super Bowl XL.
Chandler rose to household fame in 2006 as Coach Eric Taylor in Peter Berg's drama series "Friday Night Lights," capturing the life of a high school football coach in a Texas town. Though critically acclaimed, the series faced potential cancellation each season but gained a dedicated following upon hitting Netflix. The show concluded in 2011, and Chandler's role earned him an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
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Post "Friday Night Lights," Chandler shifted focus to film, starring in J.J. Abrams's "Super 8" in 2011, as well as "Argo" with Ben Affleck in 2012. That year he also co-starred in Kathryn Bigelow's "Zero Dark Thirty." Additional film credits include "Broken City" with Mark Wahlberg and Russell Crowe, "The Wolf of Wall Street," and "The Spectacular Now."
In 2015, Chandler played the title character's jealous husband in "Carol" opposite Cate Blanchett. He returned to television with Netflix's "Bloodline," earning another Emmy nomination. Other notable projects include "Manchester by the Sea," "The Vanishing of Sidney Hall," and the comedy film "Game Night" with Rachel McAdams and Jason Bateman. Recent work includes "Godzilla: King of the Monsters," "Godzilla vs. Kong," and joining the Netflix feature "Slumberland" alongside Jason Momoa.
Personal Life
Kyle Chandler has been married to Kathryn Macquarrie since 1995, whom he met at a dog park in the mid-'90s. The couple has two daughters, Sydney and Sawyer. Since 2007, the family has lived on a 33-acre estate near Austin, Texas, where Chandler enjoys a quiet life away from Hollywood's hustle. He serves as a volunteer firefighter in Dripping Springs, Texas, and actively participates in charity events, including annual golf tournaments to support football players with spinal cord injuries. His mother, who suffered from Alzheimer's disease, lived with Kyle until her passing in 2014.
