James Best’s Net Worth

James Best has an estimated net worth of
$500,000

About James Best

James Best, born Jewel Franklin Guy, was an American actor, known for his roles in Westerns such as “Seven Angry Men” (1955), “The Quick Gun” (1964), and “Ride Lonesome” (1959). He was most recognized for his role as Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane in the TV sitcom “The Dukes Of Hazzard” (1979-1985). Apart from acting, he was also an acting coach and writer.

James Best net worth was estimated to be over $500,000. His primary source of income was from his acting career, along with his work as a teacher and his book sales, which also contributed to his net worth.

James Best’s Early Life and Career

James Best was born on July 26, 1926, in Powderly, Kentucky, USA, and was adopted at a young age. He served in the US Army and later began his acting career in the 1950s, with his first uncredited appearance in the film “One Way Street” (1950). His career slowly gained momentum, with roles in various films and TV series such as “Seven Angry Men” (1955), “Come Net Spring” (1956), “Crossroads” (1956), and “Cavalcade Of America” (1953-1956).

In the 1960s, he continued to build on his success with roles in several films and TV series like “Rahwide” (1963), “The Green Hornet” (1968), and “Gunsmoke” (1963-1969), further adding to his net worth. However, his breakthrough came in 1979 when he landed the role of Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane in “The Dukes Of Hazzard” and its subsequent sequels and adaptations.

James Best’s Contributions

Throughout his career, James Best appeared in over 180 film and TV titles, earning him respect and success in the industry. He was also known for founding an acting school in Los Angeles and later becoming an acting coach at the University of Mississippi. He was also an artist and writer, having published his autobiographical book, “Best In Hollywood: The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful” in 2009, highlighting his diverse talents that also greatly contributed to his overall wealth.

James Best’s personal life included three marriages and he was survived by his wife, Dorothy Collier, until his passing at the age of 88 from complications of pneumonia.



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