Which Cast Member From The Original 'Party of Five' Has The Highest Net Worth Today?
Party of Five told the story of a band of siblings (oldest Charlie, teens Bailey and Julia, 11-year-old Claudia, and baby Owen) who must figure out a way to take care of themselves and stay together in the wake of their parents' tragic death. A more serious show with heartwarming moments, this series ran for six seasons from 1994 to 2000 on Fox and won a Golden Globe for Best Television Series. The show's popularity is not in question, since it even gained a 2020 reboot of the same name (where the family is pulled apart instead by deportation) but unfortunately the reboot series was canceled after one season.
But after the show came to a close and all the Salinger siblings went their separate ways, what became of the cast we know and love? Well, many of them continued to stay in the spotlight and others traded Hollywood for the real world. Regardless, all of them gained a steady net worth over time and if it’s a competition, there might be one clear winner.
8 Paula Devicq - $400,000
Paula Devicq is best known for her role as nanny turned Salinger found family member Kristen in Party of Five, and she is also known as a model for magazine covers. She has also appeared in the critically acclaimed but short-lived series 100 Centre Street, and the films Forbidden Love, Arbitrage, and Runaway Bride. Devicq has since stayed away from the spotlight as well as social media. She has earned a net worth of $400,000.
7 Jeremy London - $500,000
Besides his role as Griffin (love interest to Julie Salinger), Jermey London is best known for his roles in 7th Heaven and I’ll Fly Away. He has also appeared in movies like Gods and Generals, The Terminators, Don’t Pass Me By, and The Devil’s Dozen where he also had a hand in directing. Jermey London has since gained a total net worth of $500,000.
6 Jacob Smith - $1.9 Million
The youngest of the family, the character of Owen Salinger was recast three times over the course of the show. Jacob Smith was the last to play the child, from his school age until the end of the series. Since appearing in Party of Five from 1998 to 2000, Smith appeared as a child actor in movies like Phantom of the Megaplex, Cheaper by the Dozen (and it’s sequel), and Hansel and Gretel. He also guest starred in a variety of shows but has since lived his life off the grid and focused on growing up. Even still, Jacob Smith has gained an estimated net worth of $1.9 million.
5 Lacey Chabert - $4 Million
After Lacey moved on from this drama, She went on to be part of many projects. Her most well known role was as Gretchen Wieners in the teen staple Mean Girls. She also tried her hand at voice acting, playing Eliza in The Wild Thornberrys (in a television show and 2 movies) as well as Meg in the first season of Family Guy before she decided to focus on her studies. She has also appeared in 18 and counting movies for the Hallmark Channel, which earned her the label “Queen of Hallmark Christmas Movies” from the New York Post. With all these projects, it’s no wonder Lacey has gained a net worth of $4 million.
4 Neve Campbell - $10-12 Million
Even after the end of this teen drama, Neve Campbell not only continued as a 90's teen idol but stayed in the spotlight long after. She is best known for her role as Sidney Prescott in the cult classic Scream. This film not only became the blueprint for the classic horror movie genre, but became the highest grossing slasher film for over 20 years and it spawned three sequels (with another one to come in 2022). She also appeared in films like Wild Things, Drowning Mona, The Company, Clouds, and more. She also starred in series like The Philanthropist and Netflix’s House of Cards. With all of her success, Neve Campbell has gained a high net worth, with estimates that vary from as low as $10 million to as high as $12 million.
3 Scott Wolf - $10-14 Million
After his role as reliable Bailey Salinger, Scott Wolf's rise as a young star was far from over, as he next landed his role as Jake in Everwood and as Adam in the cult classic Go. He has also appeared in films like Emmett’s Mark, Picking Up & Dropping Off, and Such Good People. Wolf is also known for his role as Dr. Scott Clemmens in The Night Shift as well as the animated series Kaijudo. He is currently playing Carson Drew in the CW’s Nancy Drew, taking over for Freddie Prinze Jr. who was originally cast in the role. With all of these projects, Scott Wolf has secured a net worth of $14 million.
2 Matthew Fox - $20 Million
Matthew Fox may have gained popularity as Charlie Salinger, but it only grew with his role as Jack Shepard in Lost. He appeared in that drama from 2004 to 2010 (a total of 113 episodes over six seasons), and earned himself an Emmy nomination and a Golden Globe award. After staying away from the limelight and stating that he was done with television, Fox is set to make his return to TV with a lead role in Peacock’s limited seriesLast Light (set to be released 2022). Because of the success of Lost and then his subsequent disappearance from the screen, his net worth varies more than most. He is said to have one as low as $10 million or as high as $20 million.
1 Jennifer Love Hewitt - $22 Million
After her appearance as series regular Sarah Reeves, a love interest to Bailey Salinger in Party of Five, Jennifer Love Hewitt quickly rose to fame. Another horror icon on this list, Hewitt played the final girl in I Know What You Did Last Summer (and it’s sequel). She has also appeared in Can’t Hardly Wait and Heartbreakers. Hewitt went on to star as Melinda Gordon in The Ghost Whisperer, Riley in the Lifetime drama The Client List, and Kate in season 10 of Criminal Minds. She is currently portraying Maddie Buckely in Fox’s 9-1-1 but has just taken maternity leave. With all her acting credits (along with her experience in directing, producing, and as an author), it’s no surprise Hewitt has secured a net worth of $22 million.
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