As of 2024, Lawrence O’Donnell has a net worth of $28 million USD. O’Donnell is an American television anchor, actor, author, screenwriter, liberal political commentator. He earns a $5 million salary annually from MSNBC.
Lawrence O’Donnell Net Worth 2024
Net Worth | $28 Million |
Salary | $5 Million |
Inheritance | $120,000 |
Royalties | $1.9 Million |
Real Estate Assets | $15 Million |
Divorce Settlement
Lawrence O’Donnell was previously married to actress Kathryn Harrold. They tied the knot on Valentine’s Day 1994 and have one child together, a daughter named Elizabeth Buckley Harrold O’Donnell, born in 1994.
At the time of their divorce in 2013, O’Donnell paid his ex-wife $2 million cash and also continued to pay $100,000 in annual alimony and child support. He also transferred $1.5 Million to his children’s trust fund.
Income Timeline
Early Career and Writing (1980s-1990s): O’Donnell began his career as a writer and producer for various television shows, including “The West Wing.” During this period, his annual income was in the range of $50,000 to $100,000.
MSNBC Contributor (1999-2007): O’Donnell started appearing as a political analyst and contributor on MSNBC. His income during this time was estimated to be around $500,000 annually.
Host of “The Last Word” (2009-2014): As the host of “The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell” on MSNBC, his salary increased significantly. During this period, his annual earnings are estimated to be $1.7 Million.
Established MSNBC Anchor (2015-2020): O’Donnell’s role as a prominent MSNBC anchor continued to grow, leading to a further increase in his salary. His income during this time is estimated to be $2 Million.
Ongoing Career and Public Engagement (2020-present): O’Donnell remains a key figure at MSNBC and continues to engage in public speaking and writing. His current annual income is $5 Million.
Assets and Investments
Lawrence O’Donnell’s $8 million stock portfolio consists of $1 million in Tesla Inc., $900,000 in Adobe Inc., $800,000 in PayPal Holdings Inc., and $700,000 in Intel Corporation. Additionally, he holds $600,000 in Cisco Systems Inc., and $600,000 in Starbucks Corporation.
Further diversification includes $500,000 in Boeing Co., $500,000 in Mastercard Inc., and $400,000 in Salesforce Inc. His portfolio also features $500,000 in Walmart Inc., completing a broad mix of sectors. The wealth portfolio provides an annual dividend income of $140,000.