What is Richard Burgi's Net Worth?
Richard Burgi is an accomplished American actor known for his versatile roles in television and film. He has a net worth of $3 million. Born in 1958 in Montclair, New Jersey, Burgi grew up in a family deeply passionate about show business. His brother is a renowned drummer, and the family often engaged in local theater productions in the New Jersey suburbs.
Early Career
Burgi's acting debut was on soap operas such as "As The World Turns," "Another World," and "One Life to Live" while he was in New York. He later relocated to Los Angeles, where he joined the cast of "Days of Our Lives."
Breakthrough Role
In 1994, Burgi landed his first major role on the TV series "One West Waikiki." Shortly thereafter, he achieved further success with the leading role in "The Sentinel," a show that aired for three seasons.
Notable Appearances
Burgi's career continued to ascend with notable appearances on shows like "24," "Judging Amy," "Matlock," "I Married a Monster," and "The District." His most memorable role was as Karl Meyer on the ABC hit series "Desperate Housewives," where he played the philandering ex-husband of Teri Hatcher's character over six seasons until Meyer's character met a tragic end in a car accident.
Film and Guest Roles
During his time on "Desperate Housewives," Burgi also appeared in films like "Cellular," "Fun with Dick and Jane," "In Her Shoes," "Hostel: Part II," and "Friday the 13th." He also made guest appearances on popular TV shows such as "Nip/Tuck" and "Harper's Island."
Recent Work
After "Desperate Housewives," Burgi continued his career with guest-starring roles on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Hot in Cleveland," "My Family USA," "Chuck," and "One Tree Hill."
Personal Life
In 1995, Burgi married his first wife, Lori Kahn, with whom he had two children before their divorce in 2011. He is currently married to his second wife, Liliana Lopez.
