Zachary Levi Net Worth: How Much Is the "Shazam!" Star Worth?

Zachary Levi, the American actor best known for starring in Chuck and Shazam!, has an estimated net worth of $12 million. With a career spanning television, film, and Broadway, Levi has built a strong portfolio of work that blends comedy, action, and musical talent.

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Zachary Levi’s Net Worth and Salary

Estimated Net Worth: $12 million
“Chuck” Salary: At the height of the show, Levi earned $90,000 per episode, appearing in 91 episodes over five seasons.
Additional Income: Broadway roles, major film appearances, voice acting, and endorsement work contribute to his overall earnings.

Early Life

Zachary Levi Pugh was born on September 29, 1980, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He moved frequently as a child before settling in Ventura, California, where he attended Buena High School. He began acting in school plays and local theater as a child.

His early career included:

Stage productions like Grease, The Wizard of Oz, and Big River.
TV debut in Confessions of a Campus Bookie.
A breakout role as Kipp Steadman in ABC’s sitcom Less Than Perfect (2002–2006).

Breakthrough with Chuck

Levi rose to fame playing Chuck Bartowski in NBC’s action-comedy Chuck (2007–2012). His portrayal of a tech-store employee turned accidental secret agent earned him critical praise and a loyal fanbase. His charm and comedic timing helped the show stand out in the action-comedy genre.

He also directed several episodes of Chuck.
Won Teen Choice Award for Best Action Actor in a TV Series (2010).
Named one of Entertainment Weekly’s “Top Thirty People Under Thirty.”

From Marvel to DC

Zachary Levi expanded into major film franchises, appearing in both the Marvel and DC universes.

Fandral in Thor: The Dark World (2013) and Thor: Ragnarok (2017).
Shazam! (2019) and Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023), where he played the adult superhero form of Billy Batson. His light-hearted and humorous take on the role was praised by critics and audiences.

His success in superhero films has significantly increased his visibility—and his paycheck.

Voice Work

Levi also voiced Flynn Rider in Disney’s animated hit Tangled (2010), a role he reprised in:

Tangled: Before Ever After (2017)
Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure (2017–2020)

The film was a commercial success and continues to be one of Disney’s most beloved modern classics.

Broadway Career

In 2013, Levi made his Broadway debut in the musical First Date, followed by a critically acclaimed performance in the 2016 Broadway revival of She Loves Me. His role as George earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical.

The show was also the first Broadway performance to be live-streamed, marking a historic moment in theatre history.

Awards

Beyond Chuck, Levi’s TV appearances include:

“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” (2018) – As Dr. Benjamin Ettenberg, he joined the cast in Season 2 and won a Screen Actors Guild Award as part of the ensemble.
“Heroes Reborn” (2015) – Played the lead in NBC’s miniseries sequel to Heroes.
Guest roles in Deadbeat, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and The Division earlier in his career.

Zachary Levi Wife

Levi married Canadian actress Missy Peregrym in 2014, though the couple divorced less than a year later.

In recent years, he’s become an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness, partnering with Active Minds, a nonprofit dedicated to mental health education and support. He has been open about his own struggles with anxiety and depression, using his platform to promote healing and honesty.