Last Updated on February 28, 2024
Who Is Dax Shepard?
Dax Randall Shepard is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, film director, and podcast host. Shepard gained initial recognition in 2003 following his appearance in the MTV practical joke reality series, Punk’d. He subsequently appeared in several Hollywood blockbusters, including Without a Paddle (2004) and Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005).
Shepard continued to establish himself as one of Hollywood’s finest actors in 2006 by accepting several major film roles. They include appearances in the movies ‘Employee of the Month’, ‘Idiocracy,’ and ‘Let’s Go to Prison.’
Dax Shepard later starred in 2012’s Hit and Run and 2017’s CHiPs. Besides his appearance in the two films, Shepard was also their screenwriter and director.
On television, Dax Shepard is most noted for his role as Crosby Braverman in the NBC comedy-drama series Parenthood (2010 – 2015). Shepard’s other noteworthy television roles include in the Netflix show The Ranch and the ABC series Bless This Mess. Not to mention his appearance in Punk’d, which most pundits believe to be his breakout acting role.
As a podcast host, Dax Shepard is best known for hosting the podcast Armchair Expert since 2018. The podcast focuses on interviewing notable celebrities, academics, and journalists about their lives and topical issues.
Quick Facts
Full Name: | Dax Randall Shepard |
Popular Name: | Dax Shepard |
Gender: | Male |
Birth Date: | January 2, 1975 |
Age: | 48 years |
Parents: | David Robert Shepard and Laura LaBo |
Siblings: | David Shepard (older brother) and Carly Hatter (younger half-sister) |
Birth Place: | Highland Township, Oakland County, Michigan, U.S. |
Nationality: | American |
Ethnicity: | Mixed (White, French-Canadian, and Belgian) |
Education: | Walled Lake Central High School, John Muir High School Early College Magnet, The Groundlings School, Santa Monica College, West Los Angeles College, and the University of California – Los Angeles (UCLA) |
Marital Status: | Married |
Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
Wife/Spouse: | Married to actress Kristen Bell (since October 17, 2013) |
Children: | 2 daughters – Delta Bell Shepard and Lincoln Bell Shepard |
Dating: | N/A |
Net Worth: | USD 45 million |
Source of Wealth: | Acting, Comedy, Screenwriting, Film Directing, Podcast Hosting, Endorsement Deals, and Other Ventures |
Height: | 6′ 2″ (1.88 m) |
Weight: | 86 kg; In pounds: 189 lbs. |
Early Life
Dax Shepard was born on January 2, 1975, in Highland Township, Oakland County, Michigan, United States, to David Robert “Dave” Shepard and Laura LaBo. His father was a car salesman, whereas his mother worked at General Motors (GM). Shepard’s parents divorced when he was only three years old.
Dax Shepard graduated from Walled Lake Central High School in 1993. He later enrolled in The Groundlings School. Shepard attended Santa Monica College and West Los Angeles College before transferring to the University of California – Los Angeles, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology.
Film and Television Career
Dax Shepherd trained in comedy for five years while also attending classes at UCLA. His comedy training paid off in 2003 when he landed a role in MTV’s Punk’d. He left the show in 2012 after appearing in 56 episodes.
In 2004, Shepard starred alongside Matthew Lillard and Seth Green in the comedy film Without a Paddle. The film was a commercial success despite failing on the critical front. It grossed over $65 million worldwide.
In 2005, Dax Shepard played The Astronaut in the science-fiction adventure fantasy film Zathura: A Space Adventure. Shepard appeared in a couple of movies the following year, including ‘Employee of the Month’, ‘Idiocracy,’ and ‘Let’s Go to Prison.’
In 2008, Dax Shepard starred alongside Tina Fey and Amy Poehler in the comedy film Baby Mama. In 2010, Shepard starred in and wrote the script for the mockumentary feature Brother’s Justice. The same year, he had a supporting role in the romantic comedy film When in Rome.
It’s also in 2010 that Dax began acting in the NBC drama, Parenthood. He maintained his role in the series until 2015.
In 2012, Shepard starred in the film Hit and Run. He was also the film’s scriptwriter and director. Shepherd’s next screenwriting and directorial role came in the 2017 movie CHiPs.
Other noteworthy films and television shows that Dax Shepard has appeared in to date include:
• King of the Hill (2004 – 2008; television series – as a voice actor)
• Robot Chicken (2005 – 2015; television series – as a voice actor)
• The Comebacks (2007, film)
• Old Dogs (2009, film)
• The Judge (2014, film)
• The Ranch (2018 – 2020; television show)
• Bless This Mess (2019 – 2020; television series)
• Buddy Games (2020, film)
Podcast Hosting
Dax Shepard launched the podcast Armchair Expert on February 14, 2018. The show has since hosted notable celebrities, including actors Kristen Bell, Will Ferrell, Ashton Kutcher, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, as well as psychologist Wendy Mogel, speechwriter Jon Favraue, and comedian cum author David Sedaris.
On December 3, 2019, it emerged that Shepard would host the revived Top Gear America. The show was set to debut on Motor Trend in the spring of 2020.
Dax Shepard’s Net Worth
As of 2023, Dax Shepard had a net worth of $45 million. That’s the combined net worth with his actress wife, Kristen Bell.
Shepard’s wealth is largely attributed to his numerous roles in the film and television industry, which include acting, comedy, screenwriting, directing, and podcast hosting.
Dax Shepard also earns from endorsement deals. In September 2014, Shepard starred alongside his wife in a commercial for Samsung Galaxy Tab S.
Lessons from Dax Shepard
1. Giving up is never an option
Dax Shepard auditioned for ten years unsuccessfully before eventually landing a role in Punk’d. That says a lot about his tenacity and resilience.
2. Live simply no matter your accomplishments
Shepard is noted for his simple lifestyle despite swimming in millions. First, the couple had an extremely cheap wedding, spending a paltry $142. Shepard is also known for donning affordable clothes.
3. Involve your partner in your endeavors
Dax Shepard has collaborated with his wife on numerous projects. The most notable one is when the couple appeared together in an ad for Samsung Galaxy Tab S.
Famous Quotes by Dax Shepard
• A man’s main job is to protect his woman from her desire to ‘get bangs’ every other month.
• All of my free time is made up of motor sports endeavors, be them motorcycles or off-road racing or track days. I just love anything with an engine. That is one of my main loves. Obviously, my other well-known love is Kristen Bell.
• I’m an off-road racecar driver. And I think every woman in my life has told me that’s not a sensible hobby. But when I was growing, even more than I wanted to be funny, I wanted to be a racecar driver. That’s all I thought about. I worked for a race team when I was 15, and I traveled with them.
• I’ve had plenty of good times and have settled peacefully into quite a boring existence that I love. I had enough fireworks and chaos. It is a blissful boring life, believe me.
• Success is just a war of attrition. Sure, there’s an element of talent you should probably possess. But if you just stick around long enough, eventually something is going to happen.
Conclusion
Dax Shepard is an actor, comedian, screenwriter, director, and podcast host who has been around since the mid-90s.
Shepard has featured in numerous films and television series, in addition to hosting his own podcast. He has accumulated a net worth of $45 million, which is the combined net worth with his wife Kristen Bell.