Danny Masterson, who portrayed Steven Hyde on “That ’70s Show,” was worth a pretty penny to begin with before he ended up in the courtroom this week. According to 2023, his net worth touched $8 million.
Early Career and Rise to Fame
Masterson, who was born on March 13, 1976, out of Long Island, New York, started as a child model and actor. By the age of 16, he had done more than a few commercials, over 100 at least. He had some early television roles on shows like “Cybill” and “Party of Five.”
Breakthrough with ‘That ’70s Show’
Masterson found his big break in 1998 when he was cast as Steven Hyde on That ’70s Show, the cultural landmark series. It was on the air for eight seasons before wrapping in 2006. Of course, exact salary numbers are not disclosed, but co-stars such as Topher Grace and Ashton Kutcher were allegedly earning between $250K to $300K an episode. Masterson earned a considerable amount of money from this success.
Post-‘That ’70s Show’ Ventures
Masterson goes on acting after the ‘That’ 70s show. His television credits include the TBS series Men at Work, which aired from 2012 to 2014. He went on to reunite with Ashton Kutcher on Netflix’s The Ranch, in which he played Jameson “Rooster” Bennett from 2016 until his exit in 2018.
Diversification into Music and Business
In addition to his acting career, Masterson worked as a DJ under the name DJ Mom Jeans. He also played at different places to make additional income. He ventured into real estate and co-owned several restaurants, including Dolce in Los Angeles with Ashton Kutcher and Wilmer Valderrama.
Legal Issues and Financial Impact
Masterson was charged in 2020 with multiple counts of sexual assault. He was fired from “The Ranch” over those allegations, and they’d likely cost him a chunk for legal bills. In September 2023, he was convicted of raping two women and sentenced to 30 years to life for the violent crime.
Current Financial Standing
Masterson’s net worth sits at $8 million, which he maintains despite his legal woes. This number represents his career total earned from acting, music, and various businesses.
