Last updated on: December 4, 2024

John Goodman is a household name for many Americans for his performances in TV, film, and theater. Born on June 20, 1952, to a poor family in Affton, Missouri, Goodman was initially a footballer who had to shift gears to drama after sustaining an injury. He graduated from Southwest Missouri State University in 1975 and later shifted to New York to pursue his dream of becoming an actor.

Goodman’s big break was his role as Dan Conner on the hit sitcom Roseanne, which aired from 1988 to 1997 and was revived again in 2018. His portrayal of the working-class dad earned him a Golden Globe and Emmy nominations.

He’s also known for film acting, especially in films directed by the Coen brothers: Raising Arizona, Barton Fink, The Big Lebowski, and O Brother, Where Art Thou? He has been doing voices as Sulley for the movies Monsters, Inc. and Monsters University.

John Goodman remains one of the stars working today in Hollywood; recently he has appeared in television’s The Righteous Gemstones and The Conners as well as in movies 10 Cloverfield Lane and Patriots Day.

As of December 2024, John Goodman is 72 years and 6 months old, his estimated net worth is $45 million, and he stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm or 1.88 m) tall.

Bio / Wiki

Full Name

John Stephen Goodman

Nickname

John

Profession

Actor

Career

Debut

Film

Run (1982)

Best Known for

John Goodman is best known for his role as Dan Conner on the sitcom Roseanne (1988-1997, 2018) and for his performances in Coen brothers films like The Big Lebowski and Raising Arizona

Awards

Full List 

Personal Profile and Background Details

Date of Birth

June 20, 1952

Age

As of today, John is 72 years, 6 months, and 2 days old.

Zodiac sign

Gemini

Signature

Nationality

American

Birth Place

Affton, Missouri, United States of America

Residence

New York City, New York, United States of America

School / College / University

Affton High School

St. Louis Community College

Missouri State University

Religion

John Goodman grew up in a Southern Baptist family, attending church regularly. He felt a strong connection to the teachings. Though he’s not deeply religious now, he acknowledges the influence of his life and work.

Race / Ethnicity

English, Welsh, and German descents.

Food Habits

After all the experience with obesity and pre-diabetes, John Goodman was able to change big things about his eating. He had lost more than 200 pounds since 2007 and was focusing on healthier food and exercise. He had started eating a Mediterranean diet of fruits, fish, vegetables, and little red meat. He was cutting down on sugar, carbs, and processed foods and consuming more protein, whole grains, and nuts. Along with his diet change, Goodman quit alcohol and hired a personal trainer to enable him to get on track with his health goals.

Hobbies

Gardening, Landscaping, Fishing, Gold, Darts, Reading.

Physical Attributes and Measurements

Height

• In feet: 6′ 2″
• In Centimeters: 188 cm
• In meters: 1.88 m

Weight

• In kilograms: 110 kg
• In Pounds: 243 lbs

Body Measurements

• Chest Size: 48″
• Biceps Size: 16″
• Waist Size: 36″

Shoe size

13 (US)

Eye color

Hazel

Hair Color

Dark Brown

Family

Wife

Anna Beth Goodman (1989–Present)

John Goodman met his wife, Anna, in 1987 at a Halloween party in New Orleans. They immediately hit it off and got married in 1989. John proposed on the banks of the Mississippi River in the French Quarter, and they’ve been together ever since. They have one daughter, Molly, who works behind the scenes in entertainment.

Anna is an art graduate from the University of New Orleans, having worked a clothes manufacturing business. Even though mostly private, she has been a significant supporter to John, especially during his problems with alcoholism. John credits her as being the one that made him sober in 2007. He often jokingly tells people that this was the secret to his marriage that lasted so long.

Father

Leslie F. Goodman

He was a postal worker who passed away from a heart attack in 1954 when John was just two years old.

Mother

Virginia Roos

Virginia Roos (née Loosmore) worked as a waitress and retail store clerk. After her husband’s death, she took on multiple jobs to support the family.

Siblings

Leslie Goodman (Brother)

He is 14 years older than John. Leslie played a significant role in John’s upbringing after their father’s death.

Elisabeth Goodman (Sister)

Children

Molly Evangeline Goodman (Daughter) (born on Aug. 31, 1990)

John Goodman’s only child, Molly Evangeline, was born on August 31, 1990, about six months after her parents were married. The family moved to New Orleans, LA for a short time after her birth. Molly continued in her father’s footsteps, working in the entertainment industry as a production assistant and designer. Since the early 2010s, she’s worked on TV shows and films like New Girl, The Last Tycoon, and Aquarius.

Molly studied Film and Production at the University of Southern California. Though she is private and doesn’t have public social media, she has been seen with her dad at various events, including his ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017. John has publicly praised her in interviews, saying she turned out great, thanks to her mom and grandmother teaching her good manners.

Relationship & More

Marital Status

Married to Anna Beth Goodman

Marriage Date

October 27, 1989

Affairs or dating history

Anna Beth Goodman (1989–Present)

Net Worth 2024

$55 million

As of December 2024, it’s estimated that John Goodman has a net worth of about $55 million. He is generating money from various sources, such as multiple income streams from work in the entertainment industry, real estate, and endorsement deals. Here is a more detailed overview of how Goodman generates money, as well as some estimates of earnings:

1. Television Career

Goodman is perhaps most recognizable for playing Dan Conner in the highly popular TV series Roseanne and its continuation The Conners. This is where he has earned a significant portion of his wealth. When The Conners first aired, Goodman reportedly made around $400,000 per episode. Over the years, TV shows have been a consistent income source for Goodman, especially with the long-running success of Roseanne, which earned him a lot of recognition and several award nominations.

2. Film Roles

Aside from TV, Goodman has had a long career in film. He collaborates with the Coen brothers so frequently that his film list would resemble their directorial output, given iconic movies like Raising Arizona, The Big Lebowski, and O Brother, Where Art Thou?. Participation in box-office movies has been his biggest cash-earner to date, with voice acting as Sulley in Monsters, Inc. accounting for the majority of that sum. This film grossed over $577 million worldwide, and although his earnings from the film are not public, it is evident that voice acting in major animated films like this one is an addition to his financial profile.

He also starred in blockbusters such as 10 Cloverfield Lane and Patriots Day, which raked in millions from box office hits. Goodman’s steady work in the film industry guarantees him a fat paycheck, sometimes between $1 million to $5 million per movie.

3. Endorsements and Commercials

John Goodman has done endorsement deals and commercial appearances with huge companies such as Toyota and FedEx. Such deals, however, are usually not publicized, so the amount received is unknown. Nevertheless, these kinds of deals could really contribute a lot to his earnings, considering he is a public figure with so much exposure. Companies like Toyota, which wanted to capitalize on Goodman’s wholesome, family-man image, probably gave him a great deal of money.

4. Voice Acting

Aside from Monsters, Inc., Goodman has done voice work in other animated films such as The Emperor’s New Groove, Cars, and The Jungle Book. His voice work is another steady income source. Typically, animated films are paid a flat fee with royalties tied to the box office performance of the film. Thus, Goodman‘s earnings for these roles also accumulate significantly over time.

5. Real Estate

Goodman is also smart in dealing with money, as he puts it into real estate. Goodman bought properties located in high-demand zones such as Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Malibu. His real estate investments are to ensure that it will generate many thousands of dollars, more in places such as Malibu as it costs a lot. Valuations here are increasing with every passing year, hence the value for Goodman’s money being invested there.

6. Business Ventures

John Goodman has proven he knows how to handle his money. Like many other successful stars, he probably invests in other ventures aside from entertainment. His interest in real estate is one example, but Goodman might also be investing in stocks or other assets. This means he diversified his sources of income, so he will be able to earn a living even after retirement from acting and voice work.

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Car collection

1. 1997 Maybach 57
2. Ford F-150
3. Mercedes-Benz
4. 1986 Lamborghini Countach
5. Porsche 959
6. Chevy Camaro SS Convertible
7. Dodge Challenger R/T
8. 1960 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
9. BMW 5-Series Sedan
10. Fisker Karma

Social Media Profiles

He is not active on social media.