Robert Iler is a famed American actor, best known for appearing in “The Sopranos”. The actor debuted on the show as a young boy, but has since grown into an acclaimed actor who has won various awards.
Despite a few challenges here and there, Robert Iler’s career has blossomed to a good height. He has established himself as one of the richest actors, thanks to various roles that he has starred in. Moreover, besides acting, the star has co-launched a podcast, where he continues to earn income.
Robert Iler’s Career and Salary
Robert began his career when he starred in The Sopranos. Iler filmed the show when he was twelve years old, and two years later, the first season fully launched on HBO. His role as an unmotivated trouble-making son of Tony Soprano made Robert a star, that he has won some awards for it.
Iler became a famous figure in the show. Despite some trouble that landed him in the courts, he continued shining, appearing in six seasons of the show. By the final season, Iler had become healthier, dropping huge weight through exercise and diet.
During the first season of The Sopranos, the star earned $10,000 per episode. In the middle of the show, it had done so well that his salary shot to $85,000 per episode. Further, Robert’s salary continued to increase. During the last two seasons, the actor earned $150,000 per episode.
After the Sopranos ended, Robert started appearing in other films. He starred in other films like Daredevil (2003), Tadpole (2002), and The Dead Zone among others.
Unfortunately, despite a huge success as an actor, Iler retired after The Sopranos ended, and ventured into a different career. He relocated to Las Vegas, as a professional poker player. Additionally, in 2023, he started a podcast with fellow co-star Jamie Lyn Sigler. The podcast is owned by comedians Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky.
Early Life
Robert Iler was born on March 2, 1985, in New York City. Iler had an interest in acting from a young age, which prompted him to run for four auditions per week. Before he landed a huge role in The Sopranos, he had appeared in TV commercials, and on Saturday Night Live, without huge success.
It was after he appeared on Saturday Night Live that he landed a role in the Sopranos. After he started acting at a young age, he began homeschooling in 2001.
Robert Iler’s Net Worth
Robert Iler’s net worth is around $10 million. The actor began at a young age, which has boosted his net worth. During the last two seasons of The Sopranos, the actor earned over $3 million per season. Moreover, considering that he acted in a total of six seasons, it is no wonder that he has managed to have such a substantial net worth.
Personal Life
Apart from his iconic acting career, Robert has found himself on the wrong side of the law, a few times. In 2001, the actor was arrested and charged with robbery and possession of Marijuana. He pleaded guilty to one count and received three years in probation.
After The Sopranos ended, the actor fell into substance abuse. But, since 2013, he has been sober.