What is LaKeith Stanfield’s Net Worth and Salary?
LaKeith Stanfield, an actor and musician, has a net worth of $4 million. He made his feature film debut in 2013’s “Short Term 12” and has since appeared in notable films like “Get Out,” “Sorry to Bother You,” and “Judas and the Black Messiah,” which earned him an Academy Award nomination. Additionally, he is recognized for his role on the FX television series “Atlanta.”
Early Life and Career
LaKeith Stanfield was born on August 12, 1991 in San Bernardino, California, and grew up in Riverside and Victorville. He joined the drama club at his high school at the age of 14 and decided to become an actor. Stanfield attended the John Casablancas Modeling and Career Center in Los Angeles, where he started auditioning for commercials. He had various odd jobs, including roofing, gardening, and working for AT&T and a legal marijuana dispensary, before breaking out as an actor.
LaKeith Stanfield’s Career Highlights
LaKeith Stanfield began his acting career in 2008, appearing in the short film “Short Term 12.” He reprised his role in the full-length feature adaptation in 2013, which was a critical success. Stanfield received an Independent Spirit Award nomination for his supporting performance. He went on to appear in a variety of films, including “Selma,” “Straight Outta Compton,” and “Get Out.”
In 2018, Stanfield starred in the black comedy “Sorry to Bother You,” which was one of his most notable and acclaimed roles. The same year, he appeared in supporting roles in “The Girl in the Spider’s Web” and “Come Sunday.” He continued to work steadily in films such as “Uncut Gems” and “Knives Out.”
Stanfield’s performance in the biographical crime drama “Judas and the Black Messiah” earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. He followed up with a role in the Western “The Harder They Fall,” which featured a predominantly Black cast.
Television Career
Stanfield gained prominence on television for his portrayal of Darius Epps on the FX series “Atlanta” in 2016. He received a SAG Award nomination for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series for his performance alongside Donald Glover, Brian Tyree Henry, and Zazie Beetz. In addition, he lent his voice to several episodes of “BoJack Horseman” from 2019 to 2020 and voiced the lead character in the Netflix anime series “Yasuke.” Stanfield also cohosted some episodes of “The Eric Andre Show.”
Music Career
Stanfield goes by the stage name Htiekal and released his debut album “Self Control.” He is also a member of the band Moors. He has made appearances in music videos for various artists such as Gary Clark Jr.’s “When My Train Pulls In,” Run the Jewels’ “Close Your Eyes (And Count to Fuck),” Jay-Z’s “Moonlight,” Michael Kiwanuka’s “Cold Little Heart,” and SZA’s “I Hate U.”
Personal Life
LaKeith Stanfield has been in a relationship with actress Xosha Roquemore since 2015. The couple had a daughter in 2017. Stanfield currently resides in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles, California.
