Jo Koy Net Worth: How Rich Is The Golden Globes 2024 Host?
Jo Koy, who hosted the 2024 Golden Globes this Sunday, has not only made a name for himself as a stand-up comedian but has also built a substantial fortune in his career.
The 52-year-old is estimated by Celebrity Net Worth to be worth $15 million thanks to his TV appearances, podcast, comedy shows, specials and tours.
His journey began in the early 1990s in Las Vegas, where he gradually cultivated a fanbase through performances at local comedy clubs.
The turning point in Jo Koy's career came in 2005 when he showcased his stand-up prowess on "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno."
Jo Koy arrives for the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 7, 2024.
He went on to make appearances on various other shows, including "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," "@Midnight With Chris Hardwick" and "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
Jo Koy, who often centers his routines around family and his Filipino identity, was also a frequent guest on Chelsea Handler's late-night show, "Chelsea Lately."
He has had several comedy specials, including two for Comedy Central: "Don't Make Him Angry" and "Lights Out."
Jo Koy also has several Netflix specials, including the 2017 hit "Jo Koy: Live from Seattle," 2019's "Jo Koy: Comin' In Hot" and 2020's "Jo Koy: In His Elements."
It is unclear how much Jo Koy's Netflix deal is worth. Diario AS reported, citing Forbes data, that the Filipino-American comedian made around $12 million from the deal. On the other hand, Equity Atlas suggested that the deal was worth $50 million in total.
Jo Koy's latest Netflix special, "Jo Koy: Live At The Los Angeles Forum," premiered in September 2022.
Last year, Jo Koy signed a deal with Netflix to bring his next two stand-up comedy specials to the streamer. The first of the two new specials was taped in November 2023 and is expected to debut this year, Variety reported.
Beyond stand-up, Jo Koy has ventured into acting, with notable roles in films like "Easter Sunday" and "Haunted Mansion."
He also hosts the podcast "The Koy Pond" on PodcastOne and released an autobiography titled "Mixed Plate: Chronicles of an All-American Combo."
Jo Koy also makes money from shows and tours, selling out venues globally, including iconic locations like Madison Square Garden.
In 2017, he sold out 11 shows at Hawaii's Blaisdell Arena, leading to the declaration of "Jo Koy Day" by the Honolulu mayor's office, according to Variety.
Notably, in November 2022, Jo Koy became the first comedian to sell out the 14,000-seat T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Jo Koy is currently on tour, with a packed schedule across the United States and international stops in Europe and the United Arab Emirates.
Apart from his career, Jo Koy has made strategic real estate investments.
In 2013, he acquired a Studio City, California, estate for $2.1 million. He expanded it in 2021 with the purchase of an adjacent property for $1.4 million, according to CNW.
Last year, he reportedly bought a mansion in Summerlin, Nevada, for $10 million and sold a property in Henderson, Nevada, for $20.5 million.
In December, Jo Koy was announced as the host of the 81st Golden Globe Awards, held in Los Angeles on Sunday.
While the exact payment for the gig remains undisclosed, last year's host, Jerrod Carmichael, claimed he was offered $500,000 for the role.
