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Vince Gilligan Took 'Breaking Bad' Across Formats With Spinoffs; Here's His Net Worth Today

Discover the unique journey of Vince Gilligan, from his creative genius in television to the extraordinary net worth he's crafted along the way.

BY SAGARIKA C

UPDATED MAR 5, 2024

Vince Gilligan attends the AFI Life Achievement Award gala | Getty Images | Jason LaVeris

Name	George Vincent Gilligan Jr.
Net Worth	$45 Million
Salary	Estimated $16 million per year
Sources of Income	Film production and direction
Gender	Male
Date of Birth	February 10th, 1967
Age	56 years old
Nationality	American
Profession	TV producer, director, and screenwriter

What is Vince Gilligan's net worth?

Vince Gilligan, an acclaimed American television writer, director, and producer known for telling gritty stories on the small screen, has accumulated a net worth of $45 million after creating the popular show "Breaking Bad." He also went on to make "Better Call Saul," a spin-off of the show, during a career spanning more than two decades. Gilligan was a huge fan of the show "The X-Files" and even wrote a script for one of the episodes in the second season which was later used. Post that, he was on the show writing for 30 episodes and even helping with other episodes' scripts. While writing for 'The X-Files', Gilligan even contributed to the creation of 'The Lone Gunmen' which unfortunately lasted just one season.

Vince Gilligan attends AMC's "Better Call Saul" season 3 premiere | Getty Images | Jesse Grant

During his time with the X-Files he was celebrated for producing the screenplay for yet another movie named "Home Fries". Post the success of 'The X-Files', Chris Carter the American TV producer and film director collaborated with Gilligan and released the television show "Harsh Realm" in which Gilligan worked as a consulting producer. Gilligan has bagged a series of writing credits in his name, and was later motivated to write a sci-fi pilot for "A.M.P.E.D." which failed but he did not lose heart. Post that he started working on the film "Hancock" which starred Will Smith. Gilligan had to work from scratch and rewrite the whole script as it demanded significant changes. Later in 2013, Gilligan signed a deal with Sony and CBS to produce a new TV series called "Battle Creek", which connected Vince and David Shore on the sets. Both worked hard and co-wrote the episodes and the story was based on the script that Gilligan wrote some decades ago. The show just aired for one season and was not a big success.

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What are Vince Gilligan's sources of income?

Although he has diverse revenue streams within the entertainment industry, Gilligan's primary earnings stem from his television contract with Sony Pictures Television since 2007. His financial success is attributed to lucrative television contracts, royalties from "Breaking Bad," and various film projects, as per CelebrityNetWorth.

Vince Gilligan's salary

In a pivotal move in July 2018, Gilligan renewed his deal with Sony for a reported three-year contract, valued at a substantial $50 million, translating to an impressive $16 million per year. This renewal bolstered his annual income as one of the industry's best-compensated talents. Gilligan continues to reap the benefits of his brainchild "Breaking Bad," receiving royalties as the creator, writer, director, and producer of the iconic series that remains popular.

Beyond the television screen, Gilligan has ventured into films with another successful spinoff "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie." This feature-length film, focusing on the character of Jesse Pinkman, drew substantial viewership and contributed significantly to Gilligan's overall income. His ability to diversify his creative endeavors across different mediums has further solidified his financial success.

Personal life

Born on February 10, 1967, in Richmond, Virginia, Gilligan developed a passion for filmmaking from a young age and attended the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Gilligan has been married to Holly Rice since 1991.

Awards and recognition

Gilligan's notable achievements include four Primetime Emmy Awards, six Writers' Guild of America Awards, and two Critics' Choice Awards, highlighting his ability to captivate audiences and critics alike. Moreover, he has earned a coveted BAFTA Award, solidifying his global recognition.