James Franco is an actor, screenwriter, director, producer, poet, teacher. It is often said, that Franco is one of the most promising actors of young generation in Hollywood. Such recognition let James Franco accumulate approximately $22 million of net worth. Franco got his first serious role in late 1990s short-lived TV show “Freaks and Geeks” co-starring Seth Rogen, Jason Segel. James Franco’s net worth really boosted up when he was casted to portray James Dean in biographical film “James Dean” in 2001. Franco also appeared in such acclaimed films as “Pineapple Express” where he once again worked alongside Seth Rogen, “Milk” co-starring Sean Penn and Emile Hirch, “Spider-Man” with other young Hollywood stars Tobey Maguire and Kristen Dunst. Franco also works as a teacher at the University of Southern California and at his Alma Matter, University of California, LA, which also contributes greatly to Franco’s net worth.
James Franco Net Worth $22 Million
James Edward Franco was born on April 19, 1978 in Palo Alto, California, United States. James’ parents were educated and belonged to the upper-class, even though their net worth was far from what their son has accumulated. Franco always dreamed of becoming an actor. When he got older he decided to pursue his dream, and despite the disappointment of his father James Franco moved to Los Angeles. After one year of struggle and low-paid job at fast food restaurant Franco got his chance in 1999 on “Freaks and Geeks”. From that moment everything got even better with Franco’s net worth growing every day.
A memorable moment in Franco’s career was in 2002 when he was casted to portray Harry Osborn in “Spider-Man”. This movie was critically acclaimed and had an enormous financial success consequently Franco gained world-wide recognition and enhanced his net worth. Due to high success of the first film, Franco agreed to appear on “Spider-Man 2” and “Spider-Man 3”.
It is estimated that James Franco added from $2 to $5 million dollars to his net worth from each movie. At the age of 36 James Franco has already won a Golden Globe award for his portrayal of James Dean in 2001. What is more, he was nominated for one more Golden Globe Award in 2008 for his performance in “Pineapple Express” and for an Academy Award for The Best Actor in 2010 for a stunning performance in “127 Hours”.
Franco also works as an occasional model. In 2008 he was entitled as the new face for Gucci fragrance. He also works as a producing and screenwriting teacher at the University of Southern California. However, it is clear that the biggest amount of James Franco net worth is accumulated from the film industry, weather coming from acting, screenwriting or producing.
With a net worth as high as $22 million dollars, James Franco naturally likes to spend his money. Besides cars and real estate, Franco often donates money for various charities. The Art of Elysium charity is one of many foundations where James Franco puts his money to help others and work voluntarily.
