Jim Davidson Net Worth

Jim Davidson, an English comedian, actor, singer, and television presenter, has a net worth estimated at $10 million. Over the decades, Davidson has carved a name for himself in British entertainment, hosting iconic TV game shows, starring in sitcoms, and headlining controversial stage performances. Despite the ups and downs in his career — and the numerous controversies that have followed him — Davidson remains one of the most talked-about figures in UK showbiz.

Jim Davidson Net Worth	$10 Million
Date of Birth	December 13, 1953
Place of Birth	London
Nationality	Brits
Profession	Comedian, Actor, Singer, and Television Presenter

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Early Life

Born on December 13, 1953, in London, England, Jim Davidson was raised by an Irish mother and Scottish father. He attended Kidbrooke Park Primary School and later St. Austin’s School, before briefly enrolling in theatre school in Woolwich. Like many in the entertainment world, his early years were marked by a series of odd jobs including stacking shelves and working as a ticket clerk, before finding his true calling in comedy.

Davidson’s break came in a Woolwich pub where he stepped in for an absent comedian. That impromptu performance launched a stand-up career across London’s pub circuit, culminating in a runner-up spot on the television talent show “New Faces” in the 1970s.

Breakthrough in Television

Jim Davidson rose to national fame in 1979 with The Jim Davidson Show, which ran for five successful years. He later starred as the character Jim London in the sitcoms “Up the Elephant and Round the Castle” (1983–1985) and its sequel “Home James!” (1987–1990).

Davidson’s most notable TV successes came in the 1990s when he hosted two of the BBC’s biggest game shows:

“Big Break” (1991–2002), a snooker-based quiz show alongside John Virgo.
“The Generation Game” (1995–2002), taking over from Bruce Forsyth and adding his own brash humor to the family entertainment format.

Though known for his humor, Davidson’s approach often courted controversy for its politically incorrect content — something that would later overshadow much of his success.

Theatre, Film, and Other Ventures

Davidson found a niche in adult pantomime, producing and starring in risqué shows such as:

Sinderella (1995)
Boobs in the Wood (1999)

He also performed in Stand Up… And Be Counted, a play about a controversial comedian that closely mirrored his own career.

Though his appearances on the big screen were limited, Davidson featured in Peter Greenaway’s “A Zed & Two Noughts” (1985) and in the 2005 biopic “Colour Me Kubrick.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Davidson pivoted to online platforms, launching a YouTube channel and his own streaming website Ustreme, focusing on comedy and commentary.

Reality TV and Legal Woes

In 2007, Davidson appeared on Hell’s Kitchen but was dismissed after making homophobic remarks toward fellow contestant Brian Dowling. Despite this setback, he returned to reality TV in 2014, winning Celebrity Big Brother (Season 13).

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However, his public image took another hit in 2013 when he was arrested in connection with Operation Yewtree, the police investigation into historic sexual abuse allegations. Though no charges were filed, the case further complicated his reputation.

Relationships

Davidson’s personal life has been as headline-grabbing as his career. He has been married five times:

Sue Walpole (1971–1972) – 1 child
Julie Gullick (1981–1986) – 1 child
Alison Holloway (1987–1988)
Tracy Hilton (1990–2000) – 3 children
Michelle Cotton (2009–2023)

He has also been open about his support for the British Armed Forces, often performing for service members. Davidson is a Freemason and a member of the Westminster City Council Lodge No. 2882.