What is Arsenio Hall’s net worth?

Arsenio Hall, a comedian, talk show host, television personality, actor, writer, and producer, has a net worth of $20 million. He earned his wealth through his work in television and film, as well as through investments in real estate.

He is best known for hosting “The Arsenio Hall Show” during the 90s, which was revived from 2013 to 2014.

Arsenio Hall: Early Life and Education

Arsenio Hall was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1956. His father was a Baptist minister and his mother’s name was Annie Hall. As a child, he loved magic and performed shows for his family and friends. He graduated from Ohio’s Warrensville Heights High School in 1973 and went on to attend Kent State University in Kent, Ohio.

Arsenio Hall’s Career Highlights

Arsenio Hall pursued his career in comedy after college, appearing on “Soul Train” and landing a job as the announcer/sidekick for Alan Thicke on “Thicke of the Night.” His big break came in 1988 when he co-starred in “Coming to America” with Eddie Murphy. Hall filled in as interim host of “The Late Show” and developed a cult following, leading to the debut of “The Arsenio Hall Show” in 1989. The show became known for Hall’s alternative to clapping by chanting “Roo, Roo, Roo!” and infamous for then-Presidential candidate Bill Clinton’s saxophone performance. Hall used his fame to educate people about HIV/AIDS and has since worked as a voice actor and revival host of “Star Search.” In 2012, he won “The Celebrity Apprentice” and “The Arsenio Hall Show” was briefly revived in 2013. Hall and Eddie Murphy are currently filming a sequel to “Coming to America.”

Arsenio Hall: Personal Life and Controversies

Arsenio Hall has one son, Arsenio Jr., who was born in 1998 to his long time girlfriend Cheryl Bonacci.

Hall had a rivalry with Jay Leno during his original run of “The Arsenio Hall Show” after Leno was named host of “The Tonight Show.” Hall said that he would “kick Jay’s ass” in ratings.

After “The Arsenio Hall Show” ended in 1994, Hall retreated from the public eye for a number of years. Then, in 1997, he went online and saw rumors that he had checked into Betty Ford for rehab. Hall made up a fake name and responded to those posts with “I know Arsenio better than anyone else and he’s not in detox, you idiots.”

Hall filed a $5 million defamation lawsuit in 2016 against singer Sinéad O’Connor after she claimed that Arsenio was responsible for Prince’s drug habit. O’Connor also alleged that Hall had spiked her drink at a party at Eddie Murphy’s house. O’Connor apologized and retracted her allegation about Hall and Prince’s drug habit and as a result, Hall dropped his lawsuit.

In June 2020, Hall tweeted out his support for NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace, writing: “I don’t know @BubbaWallace, but I’m sooooo proud of him, and I’m a fan! Big ups to @NASCAR also! It’s incredible that they are on the correct side of history … and our American president is NOT! Say it @realDonaldTrump —> #BlackLivesMatter” Wallace found a noose in his garage in June 2020. Wallace is the only black NASCAR driver.

Arsenio Hall spent the stay-at-home time during the 2020 pandemic reading and tweeting. On June 15, he tweeted: “I know some of you are sick of the #coronavirus shit! But the shit is still out there trying to make us sick. So distance, wear that mask, and put on En Vogue singing “never gonna get it” and wash your hands OFTEN, for 20 seconds. Oh … one mo’ thing … #BlackLivesMatter.”

Arsenio Hall’s Earnings for Coming to America

Arsenio Hall earned $900,000 for his role in the 1988 movie Coming to America.

Arsenio Hall’s Real Estate Investments

Arsenio Hall’s best career move has been in real estate. In 1990, he purchased a mountaintop estate in Topanga, California, for $3.5 million. The property was listed for $10 million in the late 1980s, and Arsenio got it for a steal. The estate covers more than 34 acres and includes a custom-built 10,000 square-foot mansion with a mini-golf course, tennis courts, a pond, a basketball court, and more. Arsenio sold the Topanga estate for $9 million in August 2022.

In October 2021, Arsenio purchased a home in Tarzana, California, for $5.2 million from actor Sean Murray. A little over a year later, Arsenio listed the home for sale for $5.3 million.

In November 2022, Arsenio purchased another home in Calabasas, California, for $5.2 million.

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