What is Scott Aukerman's Net Worth?
Scott Aukerman is an accomplished American writer, producer, actor, comedian, director, and podcast host. With a net worth of $5 million, Scott's career kicked off as a writer and performer for the sketch series "Mr. Show." He is perhaps best known for hosting the weekly comedy podcast "Comedy Bang!" which has garnered immense popularity. Scott also created a show of the same name, known for its witty and engaging content. Behind the scenes, Scott co-created "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis" and co-founded the Earwolf podcast network.
Early Life
Born on July 2, 1970, in Savannah, Georgia, Scott Aukerman was raised in Orange County, California. He attended a special school for the arts during high school and studied acting and musical theater. Growing up in a Baptist household, he attended church three times a week and developed a passion for writing plays. During his teenage years, he formed a short-lived band with the future drummer of No Doubt, Adrian Young.
After high school, Scott attended Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, where he met B.J. Porter. The pair began writing together and worked on a radio show called "Lutz Radio." Scott continued his studies at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts before fully embarking on his entertainment career.
Career
Scott's career began in musical theater, touring the country in the 90s. His foray into comedy started at The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, catching the attention of Bob Odenkirk, creator of "Mr. Show." Scott became a regular writer and performer on the show and earned an Emmy nomination in 1999. Following the cancellation of "Mr. Show," Scott shifted to writing film and television scripts, contributing to projects like "Run Ronnie Run!," "Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny," and "Shark Tale." Many scripts he wrote remained unproduced during this period, but he stayed active in the Los Angeles comedy scene with projects like "Comedy Death-Ray."
With B.J. Porter, Scott created "Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis," which became a hit, featuring celebrity interviews with stars like Jon Hamm, Natalie Portman, and even Barack Obama, who used the platform to promote the Affordable Care Act. The success of this episode won Scott an Emmy in 2014 for Outstanding Short-Format Live-Action Entertainment Program. Another Emmy followed in 2015 for an episode featuring Brad Pitt.
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images
In 2011, Scott renamed "Comedy Death-Ray" to "Comedy Bang! Bang!" which lasted until 2012. He had started a podcast called "Comedy Death-Ray Radio" in 2009, later renaming it "Comedy Bang! Bang!" The podcast outlived the show and continued into the 2020s. Scott's involvement in podcasting led him to create the Earwolf network, producing and releasing numerous podcasts. Earwolf often partnered with Funny or Die and expanded with a sister network called Wolfpop, led by Paul Scheer. In 2016, the networks merged into one conglomerate.
Scott also collaborated with Adam Scott to create the podcast series "U Talkin' U2 to Me?" Based on the band U2, the podcast evolved into a platform for gags and jokes. They interviewed many members of U2 and released spin-off podcasts focusing on bands like R.E.M and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Relationships
Scott is married to Kulap Vilaysack, a Laotian comedian, actress, and showrunner.
Real Estate
In 2019, Scott and Kulap listed their Hollywood Hills home for $2.05 million. The house, purchased for $1.7 million in 2014, reflects a minimal profit margin. Built in 2005, the 3,369-square-foot residence features glass walls, hardwood floors, and scenic canyon and city views. Highlights include a skylighted staircase, three bedrooms, and a floor-to-ceiling tile fireplace.
