Wesley Snipes first gained popularity after starring as Nino Brown in the 1991 crime drama New Jack City. This role solidified his status as a versatile actor capable of portraying complex and charismatic characters. On top of this, Snipes also holds a 5th dan black belt in Shotokan Karate and a 2nd dan black belt in Hapkido.
Then came 1998’s Blade, which made Wesley an icon in the action genre. His portrayal as Eric Brooks / Blade, a half-human/half-vampire, earned him a devoted fan base. With three Blade movies, Blade (1998), Blade II (2002), and Blade: Trinity (2004), Wesley was able to become a well-known superstar with a big bank account.
What is Wesley Snipes’ net worth?
Actor Wesley Snipes has a net worth of $9 million. He earns most of his money from his acting and producing work. The Blade franchise was one of the biggest franchises that made Wesley a wealthy man. Snipes earned around $36 million from acting between 1996 to 2004. He reportedly earned $10 million from the first Blade movie, $12 million from Blade II, and $14 million from Blade: Trinity. Apart from this Wesley has also produced some films including, The Art of War (2000) and its sequel, The Art of War II: Betrayal.
The actor also owns several high-value properties in Beverly Hills in Los Angeles that have proved to be an asset for him. He reportedly owned an apartment in New York but it was destroyed when the World Trade Center collapsed during the 9/11 attacks.
The actor faced legal troubles
When Snipes became a worldwide superstar, he faced legal troubles related to tax evasion and subsequently served a prison sentence from 2010 to 2013. After his release in 2013, he made a strong comeback, taking on a variety of roles in both film and television, proving his determination and talent.
Snipes continues to remain an influential figure in Hollywood, having paved the way for greater diversity in action cinema. Snipes’ has a strong influence on both martial arts and the film industry. With his diverse filmography, Snipes has proved that he is one of the biggest stars in the history of cinema.
A Blade reboot will be released in 2024
Snipes’ Blade franchise was a hit as it earned over $400 million at the global box office. A reboot which will be a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is expected to be released on September 6, 2024, as part of Phase Five of the MCU, with Mahershala Ali in the title role.
The anticipation for the movie is quite high, but Ali has been disappointed with how the movie has been progressing so he reworked the film’s script multiple times. On top of that, the actor’s and Writers’ strike has also slowed down production.
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