John Larroquette is an American who has made a name for himself as a result of acting. The actor came into the limelight by starring in the NBC drama series, Baa Baa Black Sheep. Later on, he went on to star in other films like Night Court, The Practice, and Boston Legal.
Larroquette was born on November 25, 1947, in New Orleans, Louisiana. John has been in the entertainment sector for many years, and this explains how he has been able to accumulate a huge net worth while making a name for himself.
Net Worth
The American actor has a net worth of $9 million. The actor has been in numerous films and shows, which have contributed positively towards his net worth. Among the notable roles he has held are in Night Court and Baa Baa Black Sheep, which brought him fame.
The two roles resulted in numerous accolades including four consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards. After the huge success, the actor started his show, The John Larroquette. Despite the show getting canceled in 1996 after three seasons, he went on to continue appearing in numerous films.
Besides acting in films, the actor has also done notable roles on stage. In 2011, John made a Broadway debut and appeared in a music revival. All the notable roles have enabled the actor to accumulate his wealth.
Early Career
John’s first acting role in Hollywood was in 1974 when he provided his voice for the narration of Texas Chain Saw Massacre. The actor did this as a favor to the film’s director Toba Hooper. In the 1970s, he landed his first notable role in Baa Baa Black Sheep where he portrayed Lt Bob Anderson. In 1975 he had another role portraying Steinberg and Son. He also starred in Stripes, a film that almost cost him his nose in an accident.
John’s other bog role came in 1984 after he landed a role in Night Court. He played the Assistant District Attorney and later changed after the film’s director learned of his sense of humor. The Night Court role earned him four consecutive Emmy Awards from 1985 to 1988. In 1989, the actor requested not to be considered for an Emmy Award.
Larroquette and Don Reo developed a show, The John Larroquette Show which revolved around the actor’s demons, particularly alcoholism. The show was received well and despite positive critics, it failed to attract a huge audience.
NBC wanted to do away with the show but they granted John and Reo a chance to retool it. It ended during its fourth season and six of the 84 episodes were not aired.
Personal Life
John was married to Elizabeth Ann Cookson, whom he met when he was working in the play, Enter Laughing. The couple exchanged vows on July 4, 1975, as that was the only day they were off from rehearsals.
The couple welcomed two sons Jonathan and Benjamin, and Cookson had a daughter from a previous relationship. The famous actor has talked of his battle with alcoholism, although he quit drinking on February 6, 1982.
