What Is Garcelle Beauvais’ Net Worth?
Garcelle Beauvais is a Haitian-American actress, television personality, producer, author, and former fashion model with a net worth of $4 million. She has appeared in over 70 acting roles, including films such as “Coming to America” and “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” and TV series such as “NYPD Blue” and “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”
Beauvais has produced several films, a TV series, and a podcast, and has written a memoir and three children’s books. She also modeled for brands such as Avon and Nordstrom, and launched her own children’s jewelry and home decor lines. In 2022, she signed a first-look development deal with NBCUniversal Television and Streaming Entertainment.
Early Life and Education
Garcelle Beauvais was born in Haiti on November 26, 1966, to Marie-Claire, a nurse, and Axel, a lawyer. Her parents divorced when she was 3 years old, and at age 7, Beauvais and her six elder siblings immigrated to the U.S. with their mother. She attended elementary school in Peabody, Massachusetts, and initially only spoke Creole and French. Beauvais learned English by watching “Sesame Street.”
Garcelle Beauvais: From Modeling to Acting
Garcelle Beauvais began her career in modeling as a teenager, moving to Miami to pursue her dream. She worked for several agencies, including Ford Models and Irene Marie Models, and appeared in fashion shows for top designers. She graced the covers of many magazines, such as “Harper’s Bazaar,” “Ebony,” and “Playboy.”
Beauvais made her acting debut in a 1984 episode of “Miami Vice” and went on to guest-star in several popular shows, including “The Cosby Show,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” and “The Wayans Bros.” She also appeared in films such as “Coming to America,” “Wild Wild West,” and “Barbershop 2: Back in Business.”
In the 2000s, Beauvais had recurring roles in TV shows such as “NYPD Blue” and “Franklin & Bash.” She also appeared in films like “White House Down” and “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” In 2020, she became the first Black cast member on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”
Throughout her career, Beauvais has demonstrated her versatility as both a model and an actress, and her net worth reflects her success in both industries.
Garcelle Beauvais’ Personal Life
Garcelle married producer Daniel Saunders in 1991 and had a son named Oliver. After their divorce in 2000, she wed CAA talent agent Mike Nilon in 2001. Garcelle and Mike had twin sons, Jax and Jaid, in 2007 after undergoing infertility treatment. However, their marriage ended in divorce in 2011 after Mike admitted to cheating on her for five years. Garcelle suffers from eczema and avoids scented lotions and hot baths to prevent breakouts, but the stress of filming “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” sometimes triggers flare-ups.
NAACP Image Award nomination for “The Real”
In 2022, Garcelle Beauvais was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information (Series or Special) – Individual or Ensemble for “The Real”. She shares the nomination with her co-hosts Adrienne Houghton, Loni Love, and Jeannie Mai Jenkins.
Garcelle Beauvais’ Real Estate Holdings
Garcelle Beauvais owns a $1.2 million, 3,362 square foot home in Northridge, California. The home includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a game room, and a balcony. Additionally, in 2021, she purchased an 850 square foot beach cottage in Oxnard, Ca for $765,000 with plans to tear it down. She later revealed that she will build a 2,700 square foot, two-story home in its place.
