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Last updated on: February 14, 2025
Jerry Seinfeld is a legendary stand-up comedian known for his sharp observational humor. He got into comedy early, inspired by his dad, and started performing after college.
He became a household name with Seinfeld (1989–1998), a sitcom he co-created with Larry David, which became one of the greatest shows ever. At its peak, he was the first actor to earn $1 million per episode!
Post-Seinfeld, he hosted Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee (2012–2019) and co-wrote Bee Movie (2007). His stand-up specials and books continue to entertain, proving that his comedy never gets old.
As of [current date], Jerry Seinfeld is 70 years and 9 months old. His estimated net worth is $1.1 billion, and he is 5 feet 11 inches (180.5 cm or 1.8 m) tall.
Bio / Wiki
Full Name
Jerome Allen Seinfeld
Nickname
Jerry, Little Jerry
Profession
Comedian, Actor, Director, Singer, Writer, Producer, Author, Philanthropist
Career
Debut
Film
Eddie (1996)
TV Show
Benson (1979)
Production and Writing – Seinfeld (1989-1998)
Best Known for
He is best known for co-creating and starring in the sitcom Seinfeld (1989-1998), where he played a fictionalized version of himself.
Awards
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
April 29, 1954
Age
As of today, Jerry is 70 years, 9 months, and 23 days old.
Zodiac sign
Taurus
Signature
Nationality
American
Birth Place
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States of America
Residence
Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America
School / College / University
Jerry Seinfeld first developed his comedic abilities at Massapequa High School on Long Island, cracking jokes at Massapequa High.
He began college at SUNY Oswego but quickly discovered it wasn’t the right fit, switching over to Queens College where he studied communications and theater – ideal for someone destined to speak and entertain professionally! Ultimately he graduated in 1976.
Religion
Jerry Seinfeld embraces his Jewish roots while remaining nonreligious, although he celebrates major holidays like Hanukkah without becoming actively religious.
He dabbled briefly with Scientology out of curiosity but eventually switched over to Transcendental Meditation as an everyday way to stay sharp and focused.
Race / Ethnicity
Jerry Seinfeld comes from a rich Jewish heritage—his dad was Hungarian Jewish, and his mom’s family was Syrian Jewish from Aleppo. That mix gives him both Ashkenazi (Eastern European) and Sephardi (Middle Eastern) roots.
Food Habits
Jerry Seinfeld keeps his food habits simple and practical.
Breakfast Routine
- Loves Cheerios, often eating them in a glass instead of a bowl (less mess, more convenience!).
- Prefers quick, processed foods over elaborate meals.
Healthy Eating & Fitness
- Believes in small, consistent changes rather than extreme diets—just like writing one joke a day.
- Stays fit with weight training, HIIT workouts, and daily Transcendental Meditation to keep his mind and body sharp.
Hobbies
- Car fanatic—especially Porsches! At one point, he had 46 of them. His collection is one of the most valuable in the U.S.
- Coffee lover—so much so that he built a whole show (Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee) around it.
- Big New York Mets fan—loves baseball and even dabbles in broadcasting.
- Keeps fit with weight training, HIIT, and daily Transcendental Meditation for mental clarity.
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet – 5′ 11″
- In Centimeters – 180.5 cm
- In meters – 1.80 m
Weight
- In kilograms – 76 kg
- In Pounds – 167.5 lbs
Body Measurements
- Chest Size: 42 inches
- Biceps Size: 14 inches
- Waist Size: 32 inches
Shoe size
11 (US)
Eye color
Hazel
Hair Color
Black
Family
Wife
Jessica Seinfeld (1999–Present)
Father
Kálmán Seinfeld (World War II Veteran, Commercial Sign Maker)
Mother
Betty Seinfeld
Siblings
Carolyn Liebling (Sister)
Children
Sascha Seinfeld (Daughter) (November 7, 2000)
Shepherd Kellen Seinfeld (Son) (Born in 2005)
Julian Kal Seinfeld (Son) (March 1, 2003)
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Married to Jessica Seinfeld
Marriage Date
December 25, 1999
Girlfriend and Dating History
Angela Hickerson
Caryn Trager (1973–1978)
Monica Yates (1978)
Susan McNabb (1983–1990)
Carol Leifer (1984)
Tawny Kitaen (1992)
Shoshanna Gruss (1993–1997)
Jennifer Crittenden (1998)
Jessica Seinfeld (1998–Present)
Favorite Things
- Favorite Comedy Movies – A Night at the Opera (1935), The Graduate (1967), The Heartbreak kid (1972), The In-Laws (1979), Glengarry Glen Ross (1992)
- Comedians – Don Rickles, Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby, George Carlin
- Favorite Food – Bagels, Doughnuts, Peanut butter sandwich
- Favorite Chef – Mario Batali
- Superhero – Superman
- Favorite Baseball Team – New York Mets
Net worth 2025
$1.1 billion
As of February 2025, it’s estimated that Jerry Seinfeld has a net worth of about $1.1 billion. He is the richest comedian in the world. How did a guy who started out telling jokes in small clubs amass such massive wealth? Let’s break it down in detail
1. “Seinfeld” – The Show That Made Him a Fortune
When most people hear Seinfeld, they think of a funny sitcom about “nothing.” But for Jerry, it was his golden ticket to insane wealth.
Earnings from “Seinfeld” (1989–1998)
- Early Days: In the first season, Jerry earned $20,000 per episode, which totaled around $100,000 for the entire season.
- Seasons 2-3: His salary doubled to $40,000 per episode, bringing in around $3.5 million across both seasons.
- Seasons 4-6: Things started getting serious. He made $100,000 per episode, totaling about $9.4 million over 70 episodes.
- Seasons 7-8: Now he was in superstar territory—earning $500,000 per episode, which added up to $23 million for both seasons.
- Final Season (Season 9): He became the first actor in TV history to earn $1 million per episode. With 24 episodes in that season, he walked away with $24 million.
By the time Seinfeld ended, he had already earned around $60 million just from acting in the show. But that was just the beginning of his money machine.
2. Syndication & Streaming – The Gift That Keeps on Giving
After Seinfeld ended in 1998, the real money started rolling in.
Syndication (Reruns on TV)
- Seinfeld became one of the most successful shows in TV syndication history.
- Jerry and co-creator Larry David each owned 15% of the show’s backend profits.
- Over the years, reruns on various networks have reportedly made Seinfeld around $465 million in syndication revenue alone.
Streaming Deals
- 2015: Hulu bought the streaming rights for Seinfeld for $180 million, with Jerry earning about $27 million from the deal.
- 2019: Netflix came in with a $500 million deal to stream Seinfeld globally. Jerry’s cut? Around $94 million.
So, even though Seinfeld stopped airing new episodes in 1998, Jerry has been earning hundreds of millions of dollars just from reruns and streaming deals. Talk about passive income!
3. Stand-Up Comedy – His First Love & Big Payday
Even though Jerry became a TV star, he never abandoned stand-up comedy. Unlike most celebrities who move on to other things, he still performs live to this day.
How Much He Makes from Stand-Up
- Since the 1980s, he has made over $100 million from touring as a comedian.
- He does multiple stand-up specials, and each one brings in massive paychecks.
Netflix Deal – $100 Million
- In 2017, Jerry signed a $100 million deal with Netflix.
- This deal included:
- Two stand-up specials
- Netflix acquiring Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
- His special 23 Hours to Kill (2020) was part of this deal.
So even without Seinfeld, Jerry could comfortably live off his stand-up income alone.
4. “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” – A Smart Side Hustle
- Jerry created and hosted Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee (2012–2019).
- The show featured big-name comedians as Jerry drove them around in vintage cars and talked about life over coffee.
- The show was first on Crackle, then Netflix bought it as part of his $100M deal.
While the exact earnings aren’t clear, it’s safe to say this series added millions to his bank account.
5. Movies & Commercials – Extra Cash on the Side
“Bee Movie” (2007)
- Jerry co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in this animated film.
- The movie made $293 million at the box office, and Jerry likely earned millions from box office cuts and merchandising.
Microsoft Commercials – $10 Million
- In 2008, Jerry starred alongside Bill Gates in a series of ads for Microsoft.
- His paycheck? $10 million.
That’s a lot of money for promoting software most people already use!
6. Investments, Real Estate & Car Collection
Luxury Real Estate
Jerry doesn’t just sit on his money—he invests it smartly. His properties include:
- Manhattan apartment (Luxury lifestyle in NYC)
- The Hamptons estate (Cost around $32 million)
- Telluride, Colorado mansion (Reportedly worth millions)
Car Collection – Worth Over $50 Million
Jerry is a car fanatic, especially when it comes to Porsches.
- At one point, he owned 46 Porsches!
- His car collection is worth over $50 million.
- He even sold 17 of them in 2016 for $22 million.
His love for cars even became the theme of his show Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.
