Steven Seagal Net Worth (Money & Salary)
With a net worth estimated at $14 million, American martial artist, action movie star, screenwriter, producer, and musician Steven Seagal made his mark in the entertainment industry starting from the 1980s when he was discovered by Hollywood producer Michael Ovitz. His debut film, “Above the Law” (1988), propelled his career into the limelight with its display of martial arts skills. Steven Seagal went on to star in a string of action-packed movies such as “Hard to Kill” (1990), “Under Siege” (1992), and “Exit Wounds” (2001), solidifying his reputation as a prominent action movie star.
Aside from acting, Seagal delved into producing and directing, having worked on numerous films throughout his career, most recently focusing on action and thriller genres with releases like “Attrition” (2018) and “Beyond the Law” (2019). Beyond his film endeavors, Steven Seagal is also a trained musician who has showcased his guitar and singing skills through several blues albums.
In recent years, Seagal has been garnering attention for his involvement in Russian affairs, including his close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin and being granted Russian citizenship. Embracing the country, Seagal is often seen participating in various public events and cultural initiatives in Russia.
During the peak of his career in the ’80s and ’90s, Seagal was among the highest-paid film stars globally, with significant upfront salaries, producer credits, and back-end points on his projects. Notably, some of his known salaries include $5 million for “Under Siege” (1992), $6.5 million each for “Exit Wounds” (2001) and “Ticker” (2001), $20 million for “The Glimmer Man” (1996), $15 million for “On Deadly Ground” (1994), and $10 million for “Marked For Death” (1990). Adjusted for today’s dollars, earning $10 million in 1990 equates to around $25 million today.In 2005, Seagal Enterprises launched an energy drink named Steven Seagal’s Lightning Bolt, which has since been discontinued. Other products endorsed by Seagal include aftershave and a range of knives. He became a part of the newly established Russian firearms manufacturer ORSIS in 2013 to promote the company and advocate on their behalf for relaxed US import restrictions on Russian sporting firearms.
Personal Life
Aside from his American citizenship, Seagal also holds Serbian and Russian citizenship. His property portfolio includes residences in Louisiana, Colorado, and California.
Seagal has a total of seven children from four different relationships. He has two children with his first wife, Miyako Fujitani, from whom he later separated. Following his divorce from Fujitani, Seagal briefly wed actress Adrienne La Russa in 1984, but the marriage was annulled the same year. In early 1987, actress Kelly LeBrock gave birth to their daughter, and they married that year, eventually having two more children before their divorce in 1994. Seagal is currently married to Mongolian dancer Erdenetuya “Elle” Batsukh, with whom he has one son.
In early 2018, Seagal used his social media platforms to promote a cryptocurrency called “Bitcoiin2Gen.” However, he failed to disclose receiving $250,000 in cash and $750,000 worth of Bitcoiin2Gen as part of a deal to endorse the crypto’s IPO. After discussions with regulators, Seagal agreed to pay $157,000 for disgorgement and an additional $157,000 in penalties, while also refraining from endorsing any cryptocurrencies or securities on social media for the following three years.
Arizona Mansion
In 2001, Seagal acquired a 12-acre property in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he constructed a 9,000-square-foot stone mansion. The mansion, with bulletproof glass, was put up for sale in December 2012 for $4.25 million and sold for $3.55 million in July 2021. You can watch a video tour of Steven Seagal’s former Arizona mansion here: