Birth Day | May 5, 1943 |
Birth Place | England |
Age | 80 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Taurus |
As of 2024, Michael Palin's net worth is estimated to be an impressive $25 million. Hailing from England, Michael Palin is widely recognized as a talented comedian. Over the course of his career, he has successfully dabbled in various fields, including acting, writing, and presenting. Palin gained initial fame as a member of the groundbreaking comedy group, Monty Python, before establishing himself as a brilliant travel documentarian. His extensive work in the entertainment industry coupled with his undeniable talent and creativity have contributed significantly to his financial success.
A part of the acclaimed comedy group Monty Python who became a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2000. He won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his role in the 1988 film A Fish Called Wanda.
He began acting at the age of five, when he performed in the school play 'A Christmas Carol.' He studied modern history at Brasenose College, Oxford, where he first began writing comedy with fellow student Robert Hewison.
After being a part of the group Monty Python, he widened his career by writing travel documentaries while journeying around the world.
He married Helen Gibbins, who he met while vacationing in Suffolk in 1966. He has two sons, William and Thomas, and a daughter, Rachel. He has an older sister and his father was an engineer who worked for a steel firm.
He has frequently collaborated with fellow Monty Python member, John Cleese.