What is Kevin Dillon’s net worth and salary?
Kevin Dillon, the American actor, has a net worth of $10 million. He gained fame through his roles in movies like “Platoon,” “The Blob,” and “No Escape, War Party”. Dillon is best known for his role as Johnny “Drama” Chase on the HBO TV show “Entourage”.
He was nominated for multiple Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award for his performance on “Entourage”. He has also appeared in films like “The Doors” and “Poseidon”.
Dillon has worked steadily as an actor since the early 80s, appearing in a range of film and television projects. Although not as successful as his older brother, Matt Dillon, Kevin has had an appreciable career. He has played supporting, co-starring, or guest-starring roles in various projects like “Remote Control”, “Tales from the Crypt”, “NYPD Blue”, and “Karen Sisco”.
He gained recognition for his role on “Entourage” and has since appeared on a short-lived television series called “How to Be a Gentleman”. Dillon keeps a low profile and shuns the spotlight.
Kevin Dillon’s Ex-Wife Claims He Stopped Paying Tuition for Their Child
Kevin Dillon’s ex-wife filed motions during their 2019 divorce proceedings, alleging that he had stopped paying tuition for their child. She claimed that Dillon only offered to start paying again if she agreed to give up $7,000 per month in spousal support. Dillon’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million, with $5 million in real estate, $3 million in liquid cash assets, and $1 million in retirement accounts. Court filings also revealed that Dillon earned about $16 million during his career since 2006, with the majority of it coming from Entourage.
Kevin Dillon’s Earnings from Entourage
During his eight seasons as a lead performer on Entourage, Kevin Dillon earned $11 million. At his peak, he earned $150,000 per episode.
In addition to his earnings from the show, he also earned $2 million to appear as a lead performer in the 2015 film version of Entourage.
Overall, Kevin Dillon earned $13 million from his appearances in Entourage between 2004 and 2015.
Early Life and Family
Kevin Dillon was born on August 19, 1965 in New Rochelle, New York. He is the son of Mary Ellen and Paul Dillon and has one sister and four brothers. His family is of Irish descent and his paternal grandmother’s brother, Alex Raymond, was the creator of the famous comic book, “Flash Gordon.”
His mother was a homemaker while his father worked as a portrait painter, sales manager, and golf coach at Fordham University. His father would often paint portraits of famous golfers, some of which are now displayed at the Winged Foot Golf Club in New York.
Kevin attended Mamaroneck High, along with his older brother Matt Dillon, who is also an actor of film and television. Kevin has three other brothers, Paul Jr. (also an actor), Brian and Tim and a sister, Katy Scholz.
Early Career and Personal Life
Kevin attended the School of Visual Arts in New York and started acting in high school, but he wanted to be an actor like his big brother, Matt. Kevin’s first acting role was in the TV movie, “No Big Deal,” in which he played a juvenile delinquent who has trouble adjusting to a new school.
In April of 2006, Kevin married actress/model Jane Stuart in Las Vegas. They would eventually have one child together before divorcing in 2017. Kevin also has a daughter from a previous relationship.
Kevin Dillon’s Acting Career
Kevin Dillon began his acting career in 1983 with a role in the television film “No Big Deal.” He gained wider attention for his role in the 1986 film “Platoon.” In the 1990s, he appeared in various films and television shows, including “The Doors” and “That’s Life.”
In 2004, Dillon landed his most prominent role as Johnny “Drama” Chase in the hit series “Entourage.” He received multiple award nominations for his role and reprised it in the show’s film adaptation in 2015. After “Entourage,” Dillon appeared in various television shows and films, including “How to Be a Gentleman” and “Blue Bloods.”
Kevin Dillon’s Personal Life
Kevin Dillon married actress Jane Stuart in Las Vegas on April 21, 2006. They had a daughter named Ava in the same year. Dillon also has another daughter named Amy from a previous relationship. The couple’s divorce was finalized in November 2019 after years of legal battles.
Following the divorce, Dillon has been linked to singer and musician Amy May. He currently resides in Los Angeles but travels frequently to New York City. In his spare time, Dillon enjoys playing golf.
