Vin Diesel Net Worth (Money & Salary)

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With a net worth of $225 million, Vin Diesel is a versatile American actor, director, writer, and producer. His career embarked in the 1990s with minor roles in movies like “Awakenings” and “Saving Private Ryan.” Diesel soared to fame in 2001 with the action-packed flick “The Fast and the Furious,” leading to a remarkable franchise. Known for portraying Dominic Toretto over various sequels, he has solidified his presence in the series. Besides, Diesel has shone in other notable films such as “xXx,” “The Chronicles of Riddick,” and “The Pacifier,” demonstrating his acting prowess. The actor also lent his distinct voice to Groot in the “Guardians of the Galaxy” movies, broadening his fan base.

Not just an actor, Diesel has produced many of his own films and engaged in other projects. Establishing the production company One Race Films, Diesel was instrumental in several “Fast and Furious” productions. Notably, an action that paid off was his cameo in 2006’s “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift,” leading to him gaining ownership rights to the “Riddick” character. Diesel’s scene in the film lasts barely a minute. The first “Riddick” film under his ownership was released in 2013, earning $100 million against a $40 million budget.

Collectively, Vin Diesel’s movies have grossed over $11 billion globally. The “Fast and the Furious” series elevated him to one of the highest-paid actors worldwide. His earnings can escalate up to $50 million annually, dependent on his film portfolio. For instance, between June 2019 and June 2020, he pocketed $55 million. His earnings in that period included roughly $20 million as an upfront base salary for “F9.” Additional income streams come from a backend equity stake in the film, entitling him to a share of profits. In 2015, Diesel raked in $47 million, clinching third place among the highest-paid actors, courtesy of Furious 7, which amassed $1.5 billion globally. In 2016, he secured $35 million, ranking seventh among top-earner actors. Diesel’s earnings in 2017 amounted to $54.3 million, securing him third position in the highest-paid actors’ list for that year.

Early Days

Born Mark Sinclair on July 18, 1967, in Alameda County, California, Vin Diesel grew up in New York City under the care of his mother, Delora, and stepfather, Irving Vincent. Diesel’s debut in acting was at age seven in the children’s play “Dinosaur Door,” staged at the Theater to the New City in Greenwich Village. The opportunity arose after Diesel, his brother, and friends intended to vandalize the theater but were offered roles by the artistic director instead of facing legal repercussions. Diesel remained connected to the theater during his formative years, later enrolling at Hunter College, New York City, to pursue creative writing.

Professional Path

His initial foray into movies was an uncredited role in 1990’s “Awakenings.” In 1994, he showcased his multitasking abilities by writing, producing, directing, and starring in the short film “Multi-Facial.” This semi-autobiographical piece about a struggling multiracial actor and his audition was selected for screening at the Cannes Film Festival in 1995.

Transitioning to featured films, Diesel debuted (with credits) in the 1997 release “Strays,” which he also wrote, directed, and produced. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival later that year, with MTV securing rights for adapting “Strays” into a series.

Steven Spielberg cast Diesel in a minor role in “Saving Private Ryan” in 1998. His breakthrough came in 2000 with the film “Pitch Black,” portraying the anti-hero Riddick. The following year marked Diesel’s iconic portrayals of Dominic Toretto in “The Fast and the Furious” and Xander Cage in “XXX.” In 2006, he depicted mobster Jack DiNorscio in “Find Me Guilty” and made a brief appearance in “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift” the same year. Commencing from the fifth movie onwards, Diesel has continually starred in “The Fast and the Furious” saga. Furthermore, he revisited his role as Riddick in the 2013 film of the same name.

As a voice artist, Diesel voiced Groot in “Guardians of the Galaxy” (2014) and its sequels, as well as “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) and “Avengers: Endgame” (2019). He also reprised Xander Cage’s character in “XXX: Return of Xander Cage” in 2017. Adding to his credits, he portrayed “Bloodshot” in the 2020 film adaptation and will feature in its sequel. Future plans include appearances in “Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3” and “Fast X,” alongside ongoing developments in the “Furious,” “XXX,” and “Riddick” franchises.

In a musical stride in September 2020, Diesel ventured into music with the track “Feel Like I Do,” produced by Kygo. Premiering on The Kelly Clarkson Show on September 24th, the song marks a creative divergence. Additionally, Diesel has leveraged his creativity in diverse ventures including founding One Race Films, Racetrack Records, and Tigon Studios, a video game developer, where he lends his voice and motion-capture expertise for all Tigon’s releases.

Personal Details

Notable relationships include Diesel’s romance with “The Fast and the Furious” co-star Michelle Rodriguez in 2001.

Since 2007, Diesel has been married to Paloma Jimenez. The couple shares three children: Hania Riley (born April 2008), Vincent Sinclair (born 2010), and Pauline (born March 2015). The namesake for Pauline is a tribute to his late friend and Fast and Furious co-star Paul Walker, who passed away in a tragic car accident in November 2013. Diesel serves as Meadow, Walker’s daughter’s godfather.

An intrinsic feature of Diesel is his deeply resonant voice. Notably, his voice deepened at the age of 15, projecting an adult timbre over the phone. Engaging in recreational pursuits, Diesel has been an avid Dungeons & Dragons player for over thirty years. He contributed the foreword to “30 Years of Adventure: A Celebration of Dungeons & Dragons.”

Remarkably, a heartwarming incident transpired in late 2020 when a woman experienced a flat tire near Los Angeles International Airport on the 405 freeway. To her surprise, Vin Diesel pulled over, provided assistance in changing the tire, and left. In her words: “A car stops behind me. Out steps someoneVin Diesel, the ‘Fast and Furious’ classic American car collector, was the one who came to help with the automobiles. In a surprising turn of events, when I open the trunk, he pulls out the jack and spare to change the flat tire. After completing the tire change, I express my gratitude with a hug and some Handi Wipes before he jumps back in his car and drives off.

Diesel commemorated the seventh anniversary of his friend Paul Walker’s passing in December 2020 on Instagram. He shared a picture of himself with Walker, captioning it with heartfelt words: “Seven years…Not a day passes… All love, Always.”

Car Collection

Vin Diesel’s love for classic American cars is well-known, with his collection once including vehicles such as a 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona, a 1970 Dodge Charger R/T, a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Grand Sport, a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle, a 1966 Pontiac Bonneville, a 1970 Plymouth Road Runner, and a 1974 Plymouth Barracuda. On his 52nd birthday, he received a custom-built 1970 Dodge Charger “Tantrum” from his “The Fast and the Furious” family, featuring a powerful engine capable of 1,650 hp. Among his other cars are a 2011 Dodge Charger SRT-8, a 2010 BMW E60 M5, and the rare 2014 Lykan Hypersport, valued at $3.4 million and boasting jewel-embedded headlights.

Real Estate

In February 2000, Diesel bought a 1,517-square-foot home for $562,500. By 2016, he listed this two-bedroom, three-bathroom home for $1.4 million due to space constraints with his three children. Before selling, he rented the Hollywood Hills pad for $5,800 monthly. The house features a kitchen opening into a dining and living area, a master suite with beamed ceilings and French doors, a master bath with a sunken tub, and a yard with a patio and pool.