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Leslie Jones Net Worth

Net Worth$5 million
Date of Birth7 September 1967
ProfessionComedian
NationalityAmerican
Last Updated2020
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Introduction: 

Leslie Jones Net Worth, How did the American comedian and actress acquire his wealth? Check this article to find out more about Leslie Jones Net Worth and her career.

Leslie Jones Net Worth

Leslie Jones Early Life

She is an American comedian and actress. Leslie Jones’ family moved around a lot because her dad was in the Army. 

Leslie later settled in Lynwood, California where she attended high school. She also earned a basketball scholarship to Chapman University but eventually transferred to Colorado State University.

Leslie Jones Career

Annette ‘Leslie’ Jones was born on the 7th of September, 1967 in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. She first gain widespread recognition as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. She is also known for starring in Ghostbusters III. 

She first did stand up comedy in 1987 after a friend signed her up for a ‘funniest person on campus’ contest, which she ended up winning. Several high profile comedians like Dave Chappelle convinced Leslie to move to New York City where she honed her craft at local clubs and showcases. 

Leslie was chosen to be an opener on Katt Williams’ tour in 2010. She was hired as a writer on SNL in 2013. In 2014, she made her first appearance on the show during a Weekend Update segment. She has also appeared in commercials for Allstate Insurance.

Leslie Jones Net Worth

As of today, Leslie Jones Net Worth is $5 Million. Leslie Jones Net Worth is earned from her career as a comedian and actress . 

The 21 episodes in a SNL earned the first-year cast members $7,000 per episode, or $147,000 per season. The second-year cast members also made $8,000 per episode, or $168,000 per season. So, if a cast member makes it to their fifth season, the will make $15,000 per episode, or $315,000 per season. 

However, the highest salary that can be reached at SNL is for people who’ve been there the longest or are the most important to the show. They will make $25,000 per episode, or $525,000 per year. It is possible that Leslie Jones’ salary is on the mid to higher end of that spectrum.

Summary: 

Annette ‘Leslie’ Jones is an American comedian and actress. She first gained widespread recognition as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. She is best known for starring in Ghostbusters III. 

As of 2020, Leslie Jones’ net worth is $5 Million.

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