What is Shaun Cassidy's Net Worth?
Shaun Cassidy is a multifaceted entertainer known as a singer, actor, producer, and screenwriter with an impressive net worth of $10 million. The eldest son of the legendary actors Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy, Shaun's initial fame came from his singing career in the 1970s with breakout albums like "Shaun Cassidy" and "Born Late." Over time, he has diversified his talent into acting in numerous television shows and theatrical productions and has created popular TV series such as "American Gothic" and "Invasion."
Early Life and Education
Shaun Paul Cassidy was born on September 27, 1958, in Los Angeles, California. He is the beloved son of Academy Award-winning actress Shirley Jones and Tony Award-winning actor Jack Cassidy. Shaun is the eldest among his siblings, Patrick and Ryan, and also shares a brotherly bond with his half-brother David Cassidy, a noted actor and singer-songwriter. Growing up in a showbiz family, Shaun split his time between Los Angeles and New York City before attending boarding school in Pennsylvania. He completed his high school education at Beverly Hills High School.
Music Career
During his high school years, Shaun secured a contract with Warner Bros. Records. His self-titled debut album was released in Europe and Australia in 1976, hitting American shores in 1977. The album featured a cover of the Crystals' "Da Doo Ron Ron," which soared to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, alongside "That's Rock 'n' Roll," penned by Eric Carmen, which reached number three. His follow-up album, "Born Late," produced the hit single "Hey Deanie" and marked the beginning of his songwriting journey with tracks like "Teen Dream" and "Walk Away."
Despite the massive popularity of his first two albums, Shaun's music career faced a downturn with his subsequent albums. "Under Wraps" (1978) failed to recapture his former glory, and "Room Service" (1979) didn't make it to the Billboard 200. Seeking a new musical direction, Shaun's fifth album, "Wasp" (1980), embraced a rock-oriented approach with contributions from Todd Rundgren and covers of songs by the Animals, the Who, and David Bowie. However, the album did not chart, signaling the decline of his music career.
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Television Career
Shaun's television career kicked off in 1977 with his role as Joe Hardy in "The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries." He continued to gain recognition, starring as Dave Stohler in "Breaking Away" and featuring in the soap opera "General Hospital" in 1987. Shaun made several guest appearances in shows like "Murder, She Wrote," "Once Upon a Texas Train," "Roots: The Gift," and "Matlock."
Transitioning behind the camera in the 1990s, Shaun penned and produced several television films including "Strays" and "Midnight Run for Your Life." His first major creation was the CBS horror series "American Gothic" (1995), followed by the Fox series "Roar" (1997) and USA Network's "Cover Me" (2000-2001). His notable works continued with "Invasion" and "Ruby & the Rockits." From 2018 to 2023, Shaun contributed to the NBC medical drama "New Amsterdam" as a writer.
Stage Career
Shaun’s passion for acting also extended to the stage. He performed in Broadway and West End productions like "Bus Stop" and "Mass Appeal," and played a leading role in the US premiere of "Pass/Fail." His portrayal in Mark Sheriden's "Diary of a Hunger Strike" earned him the Drama-Logue Award. Shaun and his half-brother David starred together in the smash-hit Broadway musical "Blood Brothers." After taking a hiatus from the theater, Shaun returned in 2021 with his one-man show "The Magic of a Midnight Sky," captivating audiences nationwide.
Personal Life
Shaun’s personal life has seen its share of media attention. In 1979, he married Ann Pennington, with whom he has two children, Caitlin and Jake. The couple divorced in 1993. Shaun's second marriage to Susan Diol in 1995 resulted in the birth of their daughter Juliet, but they parted ways in 2003. Shaun found love again with producer Tracey Lynn Turner, whom he married in 2004. They have four children together: Caleb, Roan, Lila, and Mairin.
