Michael Muhney was born on the 12th June 1975 in Chicago, Illinois USA, and is an actor best known to the world as Sheriff Don Lamb in the TV mystery drama series “Veronica Mars” (2004-2007), and as Adam Newman in the soap opera “The Young and the Restless” (2009-2014), among many other differing appearances. His career started in 1998.
Have you ever wondered how rich Michael Muhney is, as of mid-2017? According to authoritative sources it has been estimated that Muhney’s net worth is as high as $3.5 million, an amount earned through his successful career in the entertainment industry as an actor.
Michael Muhney Net Worth $3.5 Million
Although born in Chicago, he and his family moved to Euless, Texas when Michael was eight years old. He went to Trinity High School, and during his education became interested in acting, to the extent where he won the state championship for his One-Act play performance. After high school he returned to Chicago, and enrolled at the Theatre School at DePaul University, from which he obtained a bachelor’s degree in theatre.
Michael’s career started in 1998 with a minor role in the TV series “Real Life”, and then portrayed Paul Turk in the TV series “Turks”, followed by the part of Det. Mark Farrell in TV action crime series “The Huntress” (2000-2001). All these early appearances served Michael well, as they only increased his popularity, and also improved his wealth. He also made several film appearances, including in the lead role in the romantic comedy “Love 101” (2000). After a few minor roles in “Charmed”, “ER” and “JAG” in the early 2000s, he was selected for the role of Sheriff Don Lamb in the TV series “Veronica Mars”. Until 2007 he appeared in 40 episodes of the highly popular teen noir mystery drama series, which increased his net worth to a large degree. After his stint ended, he moved on to the film role of Jack in the romantic drama “One Night” (2007), only then to be selected as the new Adam Newman in the soap opera “They Young and the Restless” (2009-2014), replacing Chris Engen. Unfortunately, his stint on the popular soap opera ended prematurely due to disagreements with some of the cast members of the show, especially young actress Hunter King, and the producers too.
However, he was soon into is next role, starring in the romantic drama “Correcting Christmas” (2014), and most recently featured in the comedy drama “Search Engines” (2016), which further increased his wealth. His consistent work rate is indicative of his talent, and worth to directors.
Regarding his personal life, Michael married Jaime Garrison in 2000, and the couple has three children together. Michael is a member of the high IQ society Mensa, and is also fluent in the German language, and knows American Sign Language.
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