Lawrence Gene David known as Larry David publicly is a famous American comedian, writer, actor, director, and television producer. He is best known for developing the comedy programs “Seinfeld” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Since 1989, Larry has consistently produced a popular comedy show with these two programs.
Larry David Biography and Net Worth
| Net Worth $400 M |
| Full Name Lawrence Gene David |
| Birth Date July 2 1947 |
| Age 75 years |
| Birthplace Brooklyn, New York |
| Profession Comedian, Actor, Author, Producer, Director |
| Wife Ashley Underwood |
Larry David Early Life
On July 2, 1947, Larry was born in Brooklyn to Rose and Monty David. Larry first went to the University of Maryland, then Sheepshead Bay High School. Larry discovered this in his college days that he could even make people laugh simply by being himself. Larry earned a degree in history on his graduation and after graduating from college, David joined the US Army Reserve and took on a number of odd jobs, such as limo driver and store clerk. In his early days Larry wrote for and appeared in the popular ABC sketch series “Fridays” from 1980-1982. From 1984 to 1985, he worked as a writer for “Saturday Night Live.” He collaborated with future “Seinfeld” stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Michael Richards on “Fridays” and “SNL,” respectively.
Larry David Career
He co-wrote an episode of the immensely popular American television series “Seinfeld” in 1989 with New York-based comedian Jerry Seinfeld. He appeared in the 1987 comedy “Radio Days,” which was directed by Woody Allen. He co-wrote and directed the comedy “Sour Grapes” in 1998. He became an executive producer for the final two seasons of “Seinfeld” that same year, joining the cast. Additionally, he appeared as a guest on the HBO comedy series “Entourage.” He played Sister Mary-Mengele in the 2012 slapstick comedy “The Three Stooges” in which he appeared. He wrote and performed in the comedy movie “Clear History,” which was released in August 2013. His American television sitcom “Curb Your Enthusiasm” debuted on HBO in 2000. He appeared as a fictitious version of his real-life character in this show. Due to the show’s widespread acclaim, 38 Primetime Emmy Awards were nominated for it.
Larry David Wife
Laurie Lennard and David were married from 1993 to 2007 and Romy David and Cazzie David are their daughters. At a celebration for Sacha Baron Cohen in 2017, David met producer Ashley Underwood for the first time and they got hitched in 2020.
Larry David Net Worth
The estimated net worth of Larry David is 400 million dollars as of 2022. According to rumors, Larry gave Laurie 50% of his then-current net worth. A $200–300 million settlement was reached as a result, and it includes potential future syndication earnings from both “Seinfeld” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Larry David obtained the amount of almost $12 million for the sale of a property in the Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles. David still owns a property in the neighborhood of the property that he paid $10.35 million for circa 2006
Larry David Height and Weight
| Height 5’10” |
| Weight 61 kg |
| Eye Color Brown |
| Hair Color Bald |
