Age, Biography and Wiki
Joel Grey is an American actor, singer, dancer, and photographer. He is best known for his role as the Master of Ceremonies in the Kander & Ebb musical Cabaret, for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1973. He has also appeared in numerous films, television shows, and Broadway productions.
Grey was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Goldie (née Gruskovitz) and Mickey Katz, a Jewish actor, comedian, and musician. He began his career as a child actor in the early 1940s, and made his Broadway debut in 1945. He went on to appear in numerous Broadway productions, including the original production of Cabaret in 1966.
Grey has been married twice, first to Jo Wilder from 1958 to 1982, and then to actress/singer Jennifer Nairn-Smith from 1982 to present. He has two children, James and Jennifer.
As of 2021, Joel Grey's net worth is estimated to be roughly $10 million.
| Popular As |
Joel David Katz |
| Occupation |
actor,soundtrack |
| Age |
91 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aries |
| Born |
11 April, 1932 |
| Birthday |
11 April |
| Birthplace |
Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
| Nationality |
United States |
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He is a member of famous Actor with the age 91 years old group.
Joel Grey Height, Weight & Measurements
At 91 years old, Joel Grey height is 5' 5" (1.65 m) .
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| Height |
5' 5" (1.65 m) |
| Weight |
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Who Is Joel Grey's Wife?
His wife is Jo Wilder (29 June 1958 - 1982) ( divorced) ( 2 children)
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| Wife |
Jo Wilder (29 June 1958 - 1982) ( divorced) ( 2 children) |
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Joel Grey Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Joel Grey worth at the age of 91 years old? Joel Grey’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated
Joel Grey's net worth
, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2022 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Actor |
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Timeline
Came out as gay in January 2015. The announcement was made in People magazine.
Is a serious photographer who has published four books of his work, th latest in 2013. Says he is inspired by the work of Robert Rauschenberg, James Rosenquist and Joseph Cornell.
New York, NY USA; Starring on Broadway in the musical "Anything Goes." [June 2011]
Played two different characters who asked to be euthanized in two different medical dramas. In the 2009 episode of Private Practice "Nothing to Fear" he played Dr. Alexander Bell, a cancer patient who asked Pete to euthanize him. In the 2006 episode of House M.D. "Informed Consent" he played Ezra Powell, also a cancer patient who asked to be euthanized. Both characters also threatened to commit suicide if their wishes were not fulfilled.
He is currently performing in the Broadway musical, "Wicked", playing the part of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. [January 2004]
He is sometimes confused with actor Ron Rifkin and vice versa. Due to this, Grey guest-starred on Alias (2001) as a man brainwashed into thinking he was the evil terrorist-spy Arvin Sloane, who was played by Rifkin.
Sang "Razzle-Dazzle," from the musical "Chicago", when he hosted The Muppet Show (1976). His daughter Jennifer Grey appeared in Dirty Dancing (1987) with Jerry Orbach, who played Billy Flynn in "Chicago" and sang that very song.
One of only 10 actors to have won both a Tony and an Oscar for having portrayed the same role on stage and screen (Cabaret (1972)). The others are Yul Brynner (King and I, The (1956)), Shirley Booth (Come Back, Little Sheba (1952)), Rex Harrison (My Fair Lady (1964)), Anne Bancroft (The Miracle Worker (1962)), Paul Scofield (A Man for All Seasons (1966)), Jack Albertson (The Subject Was Roses (1968)), José Ferrer (Cyrano de Bergerac (1950)) and Viola Davis (Fences (2016))..
Was the first Mystery Guest on the syndicated revival of What's My Line? (1968).
Won Broadway's 1967 Tony Award as Best Supporting or Featured Actor (Musical) for originating the role of the Emcee in "Cabaret," a role he recreated in an Oscar-winning performance in the film version of the same name, Cabaret (1972). He also earned three Tony nominations as Best Actor (Musical): in 1969 for the title role of George M. Cohan in "George M!," in 1975 for "Goodtime Charley," and in 1979 for "The Grand Tour."
