David Letterman Net Worth

James H. Sterling

• Sep 26, 2026 • 10 min read

What Is David Letterman’s Net Worth? Net Worth: $400 Million Age:75 Born: April 12, 1947 Gender: Male Height:1.88 M (6 Ft 2 In) Country of Origin: United...

What is David Letterman’s net worth? 

Net Worth:	$400 Million
Age:	75
Born:	April 12, 1947
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	Professional Comedian/TV Host
Last Updated:	March 8, 2023

Introduction 

David Letterman is most famous for hosting and producing his late-night television talk shows, Late Night with David Letterman and the Late Show with David Letterman.

Netflix commissioned David to produce the series, My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman, which has proven extremely popular. He has also produced some of the most successful prime-time TV comedies, including Everybody Loves Raymond and Ed.

As of February 2024, David Letterman’s net worth is estimated to be $400 Million.

David Letterman Facts

• David Letterman founded the production company, Worldwide Pants, in 1991.
• He’s been nominated for 50 Emmys and won each year from 1984 to 1987 and again in 1994, for a total of 5 awards.
• Robert “Joe” Halderman, the former CBS News producer, was accused of blackmailing David Letterman due to the affair David was having with his wife.
• The Late Show with David Letterman has been nominated for 76 Emmy Awards, winning 9.
• Out of 25 Emmy award nominations, Late Night with David Letterman won 3.

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