Ricky Schroeder is a very flexible actor and a former child star. He began his career when he was still a toddler and rose to work in the film industry as an actor, director and producer. Working for most of his life, he is an experienced actor.
About Ricky Schroder
Ricky Schroder debuted in the film industry at a very runny age. 1979 film, champion and silver spoon sitkom 80s made it a star and household name. He received many awards who gave his very grandiose early life. At the age of 10, he even received the Golden Globe award!
He is one of the best actors and film directors. As an adult actor, his work in Lonesome Dove is quite credible. After working on various TV shows, series and films which have also been won and have been nominated for various awards.
Early Life And Family
Born on April 13 In 1970 in Brooklyn, New York City, he rose to Stardom when he was only 10. His parents were Richard Schroeder and Diane Schroeder. Ricky has an older sister named Dawn. Must raise two children, Diane Schroeder came out of his job.
Ricky’s mother often took her to Photoshoots when she was little. Then, his mother took him to Los Angeles, hoping for a better career for him. Ricky finally completed his school at Calabasas High School and proceeded to get a title from Mesa State College. He said acting was something that always came naturally to him. He never went to any film school.
In 1992, Schroeder married Andrea Bernard. They shared four children Iman Anne, Cambrie, Holden Richard, and Luke William Schroder. Unfortunately, marriage could not last a lifetime and after 24 years together, Andrea filed for divorce in 2016. After that, he had a boyfriend named Jessica, but at this time, he was single.
His Career And Major Milestones
- After appearing in many catalogs, The Champ (1979) was Ricky’s first debut film. It was directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Ricky played the role of Timothy, and the movie became a global hit.
- Silver Spoons, which was a TV sitcom, made him a child star. The show, which featured Ricky as Ricky Stratton aired from 1982 to 1987.
- Among countless movies and shows that he has performed in, drama film Too Young the Hero (1988) series Lonesome Dove (1989) and NYPD Blue (1998-2001) are notable.
- He has directed four movies including the feature film. Black Cloud (2004). He has also produced three war documentaries “The Volunteers”, “My Fighting Season” and “The Fighting season”.
Awards:
- Golden Globe Award for New Male Actor in 1979.
- Young Artist Award for the movie The Earthling, in 1981
- Best Young Actor in TV series for Silver Spoons, in 1983
- Best Film Award for Black Cloud, 2004
A Few Things You Didn’t Know About Ricky Schroder
- Confronting his image as a child star, he omitted y from his name and preferred getting addressed by the name Rick Schroder.
- He had acted in 60 advertisements by the age of six and has acted in 62 movies in his entire career.
- In 2005, the video Whiskey Lullaby for a Brad Paisley song won him an award for Director of the Year.
Net Worth
He has a net worth of $ 25 million. He has made the most of his money through acting career, production, and directs it. He owned a $ 5.45 million house in Malibu, California, along with his other assets.
