Robby Benson's Net Worth and Career Highlights
Robby Benson is a versatile American actor, director, singer, and educator, boasting a net worth of $2 million. Born in Dallas, Texas, in January 1956, Benson's illustrious career in entertainment spans multiple decades and a variety of roles.
Early Career
Robby Benson made his acting debut in 1967 with the film 'Wait Until Dark.' He gained significant attention through his recurring role in the television series 'Search for Tomorrow' from 1971 to 1972.
Television Success
In 1986, Benson starred as Det. Cliff Brady in the TV series 'Tough Cookies.' From 2002 to 2003, he portrayed Professor Witt in 'American Dreams.' Additionally, he provided voice work for several TV series including 'Exosquad,' 'The Legend of Prince Valiant,' and 'House of Mouse.'
Directorial Ventures
Robby Benson has showcased his directorial skills by directing episodes of popular TV series such as 'Evening Shade,' 'Thunder Alley,' 'Ellen,' 'Friends,' 'The Naked Truth,' and 'Jesse.'
Accomplishments and Awards
In 1993, Benson won a Grammy Award for Best Recording for Children for 'Beauty and the Beast.' He received Golden Globe nominations in 1974 for Most Promising Newcomer – Male, and in 1983 for Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series of Motion Picture Made for TV.
Authorship and Academia
Beyond acting and directing, Benson is also an accomplished author. In 2007, he published the novel 'Who Stole the Funny?: A Novel of Hollywood.' As an educator, Benson has served as a professor at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, the University of South Carolina, the University of Utah, and Indiana University.
