Richard Kiel Net Worth: $500 Thousand
Richard Kiel, the American actor famous for his roles as Jaws in the James Bond franchise and in the 1996 film “Happy Gilmore”, had a net worth of $500 thousand dollars. Kiel broke into Hollywood in the early 60s, working as a bouncer and cemetery plot salesman before launching his film and television careers almost simultaneously. His remarkable height of 7 feet 1.5 inches made him a popular choice among Hollywood producers as a bad guy, and he went on to make a steady career of it.
Kiel’s work in Hollywood included roles in “The Longest Yard”, “The Wild, Wild West”, and “Kolchak: The Night Stalker”. He became a household name when he was cast as Jaws in the James Bond franchise, appearing in “The Spy Who Loved Me” and “Moonraker”. He also reprised his role in two Bond video games. More recently, Kiel did voice work for the 2010 movie “Tangled”.
Unfortunately, Richard Kiel passed away on September 10, 2014, at the age of 74, just three days before his 75th birthday. He is survived by his wife, four children, and nine grandchildren.
