What is Rick Baker's Net Worth?
Rick Baker is an acclaimed American special make-up effects artist who has amassed a net worth of $3 million. Born in Binghamton, New York, in December 1950, Baker is a pioneer in creature effects. He completed his education at the Academy of Art University and secured his first job as an assistant to prosthetic makeup effects legend Dick Smith on the iconic film The Exorcist.
Career Highlights and Contributions
Over his illustrious career, Rick Baker has contributed to numerous groundbreaking projects in the makeup department. He worked on the TV series Beauty and the Beast from 1987 to 1990 and has been instrumental in creating spectacular effects for movies such as:
- King Kong
- Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
- The Incredible Shrinking Woman
- An American Werewolf in London
- Thriller
- Captain EO
- Bigfoot and the Hendersons
- Coming to America
- Gorillas in the Mist
- Ed Wood
- Batman Forever
- The Nutty Professor
- Escape from L.A.
- Men in Black
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Planet of the Apes
- The Haunted Mansion
- X-Men: The Last Stand
- Norbit
- TRON: Legacy
- And many more
Acting and Recognition
In addition to his makeup work, Baker has made several on-screen appearances in films such as:
- Thriller
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Planet of the Apes
- Men in Black II
- Men in Black III
He took on the title role in the original King Kong film in 1976. His exceptional contributions to the industry have earned him 26 awards and 34 nominations, including seven Academy Awards for Best Makeup. Rick Baker’s influence and dedication were further recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6764 Hollywood Blvd. in 2012.
