Will Arnett is a Canadian actor, voice actor, and producer who has a net worth of $35 million as of 2021. He is best known for his role as Gob Bluth in the critically acclaimed comedy series Arrested Development, which aired from 2003 to 2019. He is also the voice of BoJack Horseman, Batman, and many other popular characters in animated films and shows.
Early Life and Career
Arnett was born in Toronto, Ontario, on May 4, 1970, to a corporate lawyer and a brewer. He attended Lakefield College School but was asked to leave after one semester for being a troublemaker. He then dropped out of Concordia University in Montreal and moved to New York City to study acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.
Arnett started his acting career in the 1990s with minor roles in independent films and television shows. His first onscreen role was in Felicity Huffman’s film Erie, which was filmed on the Erie Canal. He also appeared in several pilots that were not picked up by networks or were canceled after a few episodes. He struggled to find steady work and battled with alcoholism during this period
His breakthrough came in 2003 when he was cast as Gob Bluth, the arrogant and incompetent magician brother of the protagonist, in Arrested Development. The show was a critical success and earned Arnett an Emmy nomination for his performance. However, it was canceled after three seasons due to low ratings. It was later revived by Netflix for two more seasons in 2013 and 2018-2019
Voice Acting and Other Projects
Arnett’s distinctive and deep baritone voice has landed him numerous voice acting jobs in animated films and shows. He has voiced characters such as Danny Phantom, Ice Age: The Meltdown, Ratatouille, Horton Hears a Who!, Monsters vs. Aliens, Despicable Me, The Nut Job, Teen Titans Go! To the Movies, Dolittle, Rumble, Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and Twisted Metal.
He is perhaps most famous for voicing Batman in the Lego Movie franchise, which has grossed over $1 billion worldwide. He also voiced the titular character in BoJack Horseman, a Netflix series that follows the life of a washed-up horse actor who struggles with depression and addiction. The show received rave reviews and earned Arnett another Emmy nomination for his voice work.
Besides acting, Arnett has also been involved in producing, writing, and hosting various projects. He has produced shows such as Running Wilde, Flaked, The Millers, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Hot Date, and Murderville. He has written episodes for Arrested Development and Flaked. He has hosted shows such as Lego Masters and SmartLess.
Personal Life and Philanthropy
Arnett has been married twice and has three children. His first marriage was to actress Penelope Ann Miller in 1994, but they divorced after a year. His second marriage was to comedian Amy Poehler in 2003, with whom he has two sons. They separated in 2012 and divorced in 2016. He is currently dating actress Alessandra Brawn, with whom he has a son.
Arnett is involved in several charitable causes and organizations. He supports the David Lynch Foundation, which promotes transcendental meditation for stress relief and wellness. He also supports the Alzheimer’s Association, which raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s research and care. He has participated in events such as Stand Up to Cancer, Red Nose Day, Comic Relief USA, and Night of Too Many Stars.
FAQs
How much does Will Arnett make per episode?
Arnett made $125 thousand per episode for Arrested Development.
What is Will Arnett’s height?
Arnett is 6 feet 2 inches (1.892 meters) tall.
