Dawn French Net Worth — The Comedian's Career Earnings

Find out all the details regarding the net worth of comedian, Dawn French.

When it comes to comedy, British actress, Dawn French is surely one of the all-time best in the whole industry. With almost four decades of active contribution in filmography, theatre, and television, the diva is quite an inspirational figure at the United Kingdom and worldwide. In fact, she bagged nomination for the BAFTA TV Awards on seven different occasions and won the BAFTA Fellowship with Jennifer Saunders as well.

The 62-year-old diva is quite settled in the industry be it with her starring roles in 'The Vicar of Dibley' or guest appearances at 'Home for Christmas' and ITV's 'Superstar'. Surprisingly, her personal life is equally big and dramatic like her professional one since she used to be married to fellow comedian, Lenny Henry until a divorce separated them apart. Today, she lives a blissful married life with second husband, Mark Bignell. So, without wasting much time, let us know how much net worth has the experienced actress accumulated till date?

Dawn French's Staggering $10 Million Net Worth

Working at the top of the British entertainment industry, whether it is music, television, movies or broadway, Dawn French got hands over all the perks such as massive fame and fortune. Specifically, she amasses a whopping net worth value of $10 million as of 2020. Kudos to her experience and expertise, the diva makes far more than $39.40, the average salary of an actress. Similarly, the broadway artist who previously featured in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' and 'Smaller' earns around $59,540, the median theater actors pay in the United Kingdom.

Dawn French amasses a staggering net worth of $10 million.
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Contrary to her primary profession, French also made a few appearances in several music videos such as Alison Moyet's 'Love Letters' and 'Whispering Your Name.' On the same token, the diva even appeared in a couple of 'Comic Relief' videos in the past as well, for the noble cause.

Besides music, the comedian is also into writing. Interestingly, she wrote a epistolary novel autobiography, named 'Dear Fatty', which was one of best-selling books in the time. In fact, she received a paycheck worth a whopping $1.8 million itself in advance for the writing in 2008. Back in 2017, she released her second book, named 'Me You A Diary.' 

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As a divorcee to fellow comedian, Lenny Henry, she received a significant sum as spousal support. French shared similar interests with her ex-husband as they both were comedians. Furthermore, Henry was equally worthy as well with a staggering wealth of $9 million as of April 2020.

Dawn French Lives in Cornwall

Dawn French used to live at the Cornwall house with ex-husband Lenny Henry.
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The charismatic comedian, Dawn French knows how to do justice to her wealth since she lives a flashy life in her 40-yoom house at Fowey, Cornwall. Although, she first moved in at the Point Neptune House, built during the Napoleonic wars with ex-lover, Sir Lenny Henry and daughter Billie Henry. However, following the split up between the two, the former husband moved out. Later, she tied  the knot with Mark Bignell in 2013, with whom she resides at the massive house today.

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Following the move with her second spouse, French renovated the mansion to move on from her past as well. The lavish residence comprises of delightful decors, often spoilt by her pet dogs. Similarly, the geography of the house stands in front the Fowey River, which is a romantic setting for the married duo to spend their time away from the chaos of the world. The comedian even gave a tour of the house to her fans alongside her partner Jennifer Saunders, after revamping the house.

Dawn French into Charity and Philanthropy

Earning big bucks is one thing but the actress, Dawn French believes in the idea of giving back to the society. While she was married with Kenny, she used to be actively associated with the 'Comic Relief', the fundraising foundation for the poors through the help of comedians and events, founded by her husband itself. French used to feature in several videos made for the same cause with the firm.

Lenny Henry and Dawn French parted ways with a divorce in 2010.
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Similarly, besides Comic Relief, she also supported the Cancer Research UK and Willow Foundation with several financial aids. Not just that, she associated herself with 'Elton John AIDS Foundation' to help the ones suffering the life-threatening disease. The musician also previously went through a hectic weight-loss journey for her hysterectomy operation.

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