Laz Alonso was born on the 25th March 1974, in Washington, D.C. USA, and is an actor working both on television and in films, best known for his roles in “Jarhead” (2005), “Avatar” (2009), “Fast & Furious” (2009), and “Jumping the Broom” (2011). Thanks to his acting skills, Alonso has significantly increased his net worth. His career started in 2000.
Have you ever wondered how rich Laz Alonso is, as of mid-2016? According to authoritative sources, it has been estimated that Alonso’s net worth is as high as $2.5 million. In addition to appearing in movies and TV series, Alonso has also worked in commercials and in music videos which have improved his wealth.
Laz Alonso Net Worth $2.5 Million
Lazaro Alonso is of Afro-Cuban descent and grew up in Washington, D.C. He went to Havard University from where graduated with a Bachelors in Marketing. Alonso went to work as an investment banker at Merrill Lynch on Wall Street, but quit to pursue his acting career. Laz had wanted to be an actor since an early age; he liked to imitate his friends and family, and they backed up his decision to try and succeed in show business.
Alonso appeared in numerous commercials and videos including in Toni Braxton‘s, “Hit the Freeway” and Aaliyah’s tribute “I Miss You”; he received an Emmy Award for his role in Budweiser’s “Whassup” commercials. Alonso worked as a host on the BET network, but in 2000 had his debut role in the film “Disappearing Acts” starring Sanaa Lathan, Wesley Snipes, and Michael Imperioli. Later, he appeared in “Down to Earth” (2001) with Chris Rock, Regina King, and Chazz Palminteri, in two episodes of “Providence” (2002), two episodes of “The Practice” (2003), and four episodes of “One on One” (2003-2006). All added to his net worth.
Alonso was busy in 2005, with parts in movies such as “Constantine” starring Keanu Reeves, Rachel Weisz, and Djimon Hounsou; Danny Green’s “The Tenants”; Van Elder’s “Issues”, and Sam Mendes’ “Jarhead” with Jake Gyllenhaal, Jamie Foxx, and Lucas Black. He then appeared in “This Christmas” (2007), Spike Lee’s “Miracle at St. Anna” (2008), “Fast & Furious” (2009) starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, and Michelle Rodriguez, James Cameron’s “Avatar” (2009), and Alan Jacobs’ “Down for Life” (2009). His net worth rose steadily.
In the present decade, Alonso has had roles in series such as “Southland” (2010-2011), “Breakout Kings” (2011-2012), “Deception” (2011), and “The Mysteries of Laura” (2014-2016). The actor also filmed “Just Wright” (2010) starring Queen Latifah, Common, and Paula Patton, Salim Akil’s “Jumping the Broom” (2011), Rod Lurie’s “Straw Dogs” (2011), and “Battle of the Year” (2013). Most recently, Alonso is filming “If” directed by Mario Van Peebles, still building his net worth.
Regarding his personal life, although having dated many beautiful women including Olivia Longott and Teairra Mari, Laz Alonso is currently single and has no children. He resides in Los Angeles, he is fluent in Spanish and is a martial artist. Alonso studied piano for nearly a decade and also likes reggaeton music. He is a philanthropist, having launched a non-profit organisation with the goal of helping children with single parents. He is very active on social networks like Facebook and Twitter and has over 300,000 followers.
