What Is Tom Bergeron's Net Worth and Salary?
Tom Bergeron is an American television host known for his work on game shows and reality shows. He has a net worth of $8 million, achieved through roles on popular shows like "Hollywood Squares" and "America's Funniest Home Videos."
Tom Bergeron Salary
During his peak as the host of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars," Tom Bergeron earned $150,000 per episode, showcasing his value in the entertainment industry.
Early Life
Born on May 6, 1955, in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Tom Bergeron is the son of Kay and Ray Bergeron. He has an Irish and French-Canadian background, a cultural heritage that influenced his life and career.
Early Career
Tom's career began as a DJ at WHAV Radio in Haverhill, Massachusetts. By the 1980s, he had made a name for himself in New Hampshire at WHEB, where he interviewed guests and played comedy records. As his popularity grew, so did his opportunities. He transitioned to television, hosting the game show "Granite State Challenge" on WHEN-TV and taking on roles at WBZ-TV, including "Evening Magazine" and "4 Today."
In 1984, Tom took over as host of "People Are Talking" and also hosted "Lottery Live," the Massachusetts State Lottery program. From 1987 to 1989, he hosted WBZ's morning teenage discussion program "Rap Around." His rising popularity led to "The Tom Bergeron Show" emerging on WBZ radio in the early 1990s. Tom further solidified his career as a lifestyle reporter for WBZ-TV and as a morning host on Boston's WMJX radio station.
Success
In 1994, Bergeron became co-host of "Breakfast Time," later renamed "Fox After Breakfast," on the FX cable network. The show eventually became "The Vicki Lawrence Show."
He also served as a guest host on "Good Morning America" and won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host while hosting over 1,000 episodes of "Hollywood Squares."
Beginning in 2001, Tom hosted "America's Funniest Home Videos," a role he held until 2015, completing 289 episodes. He then made his mark on "Dancing with the Stars," starting in June 2005, earning nine Primetime Emmy nominations and winning in 2012. Unfortunately, his run ended in 2020, a departure he announced on Twitter.
Other Appearances
Tom Bergeron made guest appearances on "Star Trek: Enterprise," "The Nanny," and co-hosted the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards. He also appeared on "Castle," "Tosh.0," and "The Masked Singer." He authored a book titled "I'm Hosting as Fast as I Can: Zen and the Art of Staying Sane in Hollywood," sharing life lessons and career anecdotes.
Personal Life
Tom splits his time between Los Angeles and Greenwich, Connecticut, with his wife Lois. They have two daughters, Samantha and Jessica. Known for his witty humor and charming personality, Tom practices Transcendental Meditation, attributing much of his success to this practice.
Real Estate
In 2005, Tom purchased a home in Calabasas, Los Angeles, for $1.99 million, which is now worth around $3 million. He also owns a home in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, bought in 1990 for $625,000, now estimated to be worth $1.6 million.
