Cuba Gooding Jr Net Worth

What is Cuba Gooding, Jr.’s Net Worth and Salary?

Cuba Gooding Jr. is an American actor with a net worth of $12 million. He began his career in the late 80s with supporting roles in film and television, but it was his breakout performance in “Boyz ‘n the Hood” that made him a household name. He went on to appear in high-profile films like “Jerry Maguire” and “Pearl Harbor”, but his career took a nose-dive after poor reviews and lackluster box office receipts. He appeared in 13 direct-to-DVD projects between 2008 and 2012, but received critical praise for his portrayal of O.J. Simpson in the FX series “American Crime Story: The People v. O. J. Simpson” in 2016.

However, his career suffered another setback in January 2019 when he was arrested on charges of sexual abuse and forcible touching. He pleaded guilty to these charges in August 2022 under a deal that allowed him to avoid jail time.

Cuba Gooding Jr.’s Early Life

Cuba Gooding Jr. was born on January 2, 1968, in The Bronx, New York, to two singers. His father was a vocalist in the group The Main Ingredient. The family moved to Los Angeles after his father achieved success with the hit single “Everybody Plays the Fool.” Cuba was primarily raised by his mother after his father left the family. He became a born-again Christian at age 13. As a teenager, he attended four different high schools.

Cuba Gooding Jr.’s Career: From Breakdancer to Emmy Winner

Cuba Gooding Jr. began his career as a breakdancer and performed at the 1984 Summer Olympics. He then transitioned to acting, with early roles on TV shows such as Hill Street Blues, Amen, and MacGyver. His breakthrough came in 1991 with his lead role in Boyz n the Hood. Gooding continued to build his career with supporting roles in films such as A Few Good Men and Outbreak, and won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in Jerry Maguire.

However, Gooding’s career began to falter towards the end of the 90s with poorly received films like Chill Factor and Boat Trip. He continued to appear in both successful and unsuccessful films, including Pearl Harbor and Snow Dogs. In response to criticism, Gooding turned to independent films and appeared in works such as Shadowboxer and Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story.

Gooding’s career rebounded with his portrayal of OJ Simpson in American Crime Story: The People v. OJ Simpson, for which he won a Primetime Emmy. He has since directed his first film, Bayou Caviar.

Cuba Gooding Jr’s Earnings from Movie Roles

Cuba Gooding Jr earned $600,000 for his Oscar-winning role in Jerry Maguire. He went on to earn $1.5 million for What Dreams May Come and another $1.5 million for Men of Honor. His earning increased to $2 million for Instinct.

Cuba Gooding Jr. Pleads Guilty to Forcible Touching Charge

Cuba Gooding Jr. has pleaded guilty to one count of forcible touching related to an incident at a NYC nightclub in 2018. The actor had initially entered a plea of not guilty with each charge, but eventually reached a plea deal. Under the terms of the deal, Gooding will continue undergoing six months of alcohol and behavior treatment he first entered in 2019.

If he successfully completes treatment and avoids arrest during the period, he will avoid jail time. However, if he fails to complete treatment or is arrested, he could be forced to serve a year in jail. Gooding was charged with multiple sexual abuse charges after allegedly groping a woman at a bar in Times Square. Eventually, 22 women came forward to accuse Gooding of inappropriate sexual touching and groping. Three of those accusations resulted in formal charges against him.

Cuba Gooding Jr’s Marriage and Divorce with Sara Kapfer

Cuba Gooding Jr and Sara Kapfer were high school sweethearts who got married in 1994. They had three children together during their relationship. In 2014, Kapfer filed for legal separation, and their divorce was finalized three years later.

Cuba Gooding Jr’s Los Angeles Real Estate Sales

Cuba Gooding Jr has owned several properties in Los Angeles over the years. In 2009, he sold a home in Studio City, Ca for $1.4 million. In 2013, he sold a home in Porter Ranch, Ca for $735,000.

Also in 2013, Cuba listed a large mansion in the Pacific Palisades for $11.995 million. He and his wife, Sara, bought the home in May 2000 for $3.5 million. A year after being listed, the home was sold for $9.8 million.

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