What Is Scott Baio's Net Worth and Salary?
Scott Baio is an American actor and television director who has a net worth of $4 million. Scott Baio first rose to prominence with his breakout role as Chachi Arcola on the popular sitcom "Happy Days" (1977-1984) and its spin-off "Joanie Loves Chachi" (1982-1983). Later, he became widely recognized for his portrayal of Charles, a college student working as a live-in babysitter, on the hit television series "Charles in Charge" (1984-1990).
In addition to his television career, Baio has appeared in several films, including the cult classic "Zapped!" (1982) and the drama "Stoned" (1981). Over the years, he made guest appearances on various TV shows and participated in reality television programs such as "Scott Baio Is 45…and Single" (2007) and "Scott Baio Is 46…and Pregnant" (2008), which offered a glimpse into his personal life.
Baio's personal life has also garnered attention due to his high-profile relationships and reputation as a Hollywood heartthrob during the 1980s. In 2007, he married Renee Sloan, and the couple has a daughter named Bailey. More recently, Baio has been vocal about his political views and has actively supported conservative politicians, sparking both support and controversy.
Career
Scott Baio was born Scott Vincent James Baio on September 22, 1960, in Brooklyn, New York. He is the son of Italian immigrants from Sicily, Rose and Mario Baio. Scott graduated from Xaverian High School.
He made his film debut as a teenager, starring opposite Jodie Foster in the title role in the 1976 comedy "Bugsy Malone." Baio and Foster teamed up again in the teen drama "Foxes" in 1980. His next role came when he was just sixteen, cast as a regular on "Happy Days" in 1977, portraying Fonzie's tough little cousin, Chachi.
During his work on "Happy Days," Baio earned two Emmy Award nominations for his performances in the made-for-TV movies "Stoned" (1981) and "All the Kids Do It" (1985). He also won two Young Artist Awards, for Best Young Actor for "Stoned" and Best Young Comedian for "Happy Days." Baio also starred in after-school specials like "The Boy Who Drank Too Much" and "Senior Trip," with Mickey Rooney.
Baio reprised his role as Chachi in the spin-off series "Joanie Loves Chachi" in 1982, though it lasted only seventeen episodes. In 1982, he recorded an album for RCA, and one of the singles was titled "How Do You Talk to Girls." He also took the lead role of Francis Geminiani in the HBO adaptation "Gemini," and appeared in the ABC series "Eight is Enough."
Baio became a household name when he starred in "Charles in Charge" from 1984 to 1990. From 1987 to 1991, he directed the children's comedy TV series "Out of This World." During the '90s, Baio appeared in several TV programs, including "Baby Talk" and "Diagnosis Murder," where he played Dr. Jack Stewart from 1993 to 1995. He had guest-starring roles on "Full House," "The Nanny," "Veronica's Closet," and "Touched by an Angel."
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In 2001, Baio starred in the comedic drama "Face to Face," which won the Audience Prize for Best Comedy at the Marco Island Film Festival. The same year, he starred in the romantic drama "The Bread, My Sweet," earning three Best Lead Actor prizes at various film festivals. In 2004, Baio appeared in "Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2," described by Baio as a positive experience despite critical reception.
In 2005, Baio guest-starred in the film "Cursed" and on the Fox series "Arrested Development" as lawyer Bob Loblaw, earning a nomination for Best Guest Actor in a Comedy Series. He returned to the series for one episode in 2013 when it was revived by Netflix. In October 2012, Baio starred in and produced the sitcom "See Dad Run" for Nick at Nite and guest-starred on "Sam & Cat." His latest film role was in "Courting Mom and Dad" (2021).
Personal Life
Over the years, Scott Baio transitioned from an innocent teen idol to a reputed ladies' man, dating women such as Pamela Anderson, Brooke Shields, and Liza Minnelli.
His long list of relationships led to the reality show "Scott Baio is 45 And Single" (2007) and its follow-up "Scott Baio is 46 and Pregnant." Baio was briefly engaged to Jeanette Jonsson in 2001 but married Renee Sloan in 2007. They welcomed daughter Bailey later that year, though Bailey faced health challenges, including a diagnosis of cerebral microvascular disease in 2017. The family founded the Bailey Baio Angel Foundation to support families dealing with metabolic disorders.
Baio is a staunch Republican and vocal supporter of Donald Trump. He has openly supported conservative politicians, including campaigning for Ronald Reagan in his youth, and he was a keynote speaker at the 2016 Republican National Convention.
In 2018, Nicole Eggert accused Baio of sexual misconduct, claiming he molested her for three years when she was a teenager. Alexander Polinsky also accused Baio of verbal and physical abuse on the "Charles in Charge" set.
Real Estate
In 1994, Baio paid $1.385 million for an estate in Encino, California, which he sold in 2010 for $2.5 million. In 1995, he purchased a 6,300-square-foot mansion in Woodland Hills, California, for $1.85 million. Located within the Westchester County Estates gated community, Baio listed this property for sale in March 2023 for $3.85 million.
