Seth MacFarlane Net Worth

Seth MacFarlane, the creative powerhouse behind some of television’s most iconic animated series, boasts an estimated net worth of $300 million. As a writer, producer, voice actor, director, singer, and entrepreneur, MacFarlane has not only redefined prime-time animation but also turned it into a personal fortune.

Seth MacFarlane Net Worth	$300 Million
Date of Birth	October 26, 1973
Place of Birth	Kent, Connecticut
Nationality	American
Profession	Actor, Composer, Animator, Television Producer, Voice Actor, Comedian, Singer, Screenwriter, Film Director, Television Director

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Early Life

Born on October 26, 1973, in Kent, Connecticut, Seth MacFarlane showed signs of genius early. At just nine years old, he published a weekly comic strip titled Walter Crouton in the local newspaper, earning $5 per week. Inspired by classic cartoons like Woody Woodpecker, MacFarlane knew by age five that he wanted to be an animator.

He went on to study film and animation at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). There, his thesis film The Life of Larry caught the attention of Hanna-Barbera, where he was hired immediately upon graduation. The characters from Larry & Steve, a follow-up short, would later evolve into the now-famous Family Guy duo: Peter and Brian Griffin.

Family Guy

Seth MacFarlane’s breakthrough came when Fox greenlit Family Guy. He was only 24 years old when he became the youngest executive producer in television history. The show premiered in 1999, and although it faced an early cancellation, it found new life through reruns on Cartoon Network and explosive DVD sales.

By 2005, the show was revived, and it would go on to become one of the most profitable animated series ever. To date, Family Guy has aired over 400 episodes and has been syndicated globally, generating billions in revenue.

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From 2005 to 2008, the show brought in over $1 billion — including $400 million from syndication, $400 million from DVD sales, and $200 million from merchandise. Family Guy now commands $2 million per syndicated episode and $200,000 per 30-second ad slot.

American Dad, The Cleveland Show, and The Orville

MacFarlane didn’t stop with one hit. He is also the creator and executive producer of:

American Dad!, launched in 2005 and still ongoing
The Cleveland Show, which aired from 2009 to 2013
The Orville, a live-action sci-fi series that began in 2017

Each of these shows further cemented his dominance in both animation and television storytelling.

Big Screen Success

MacFarlane transitioned seamlessly into film with box office hits like:

Ted (2012) – Grossed over $500 million
Ted 2 (2015) – Grossed nearly $200 million
A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014) – Earned $80 million

In addition to film, he is a talented big band singer and has released five musical albums, showcasing his love for classic American standards.

Historic Deals

In 2009, MacFarlane signed a record-breaking $100 million deal with Fox to continue running his animation empire. That figure didn’t include merchandising or DVD sales, which alone bring in $20 million annually.

In 2020, he moved his production company Fuzzy Door to Universal, signing another staggering 5-year, $200 million deal.

Real Estate

MacFarlane owns luxurious homes, including a $13.5 million mansion in Beverly Hills and a $15.7 million Malibu property. Despite his fame and fortune, he has never married. He has been romantically linked to actresses like Eliza Dushku and Emilia Clarke, but remains a bachelor.