What is Darryl M. Bell's net worth?
Darryl M. Bell is an American actor who has a net worth of $4 million. That is a combined net worth with his partner of many years, actress Tempestt Bledsoe. Tempestt is best known for starring on the the classic television series "The Cosby Show." The two have been in a relationship since 1993. Darryl and Tempestt both appeared on the Fox reality TV series "Househusbands of Hollywood," in 2009.
Darryl was born in Chicago, Illinois in May 1963.
He is best known for his role as Ronald "Ron" Johnson Jr. on the groundbreaking NBC sitcom "A Different World" (1987-1993), a spin-off of "The Cosby Show." His character, Ron, was a business student at the fictional Hillman College and became one of the show's most memorable characters, known for his entrepreneurial schemes and comedic timing. Bell appeared in all six seasons of the series, which tackled important social issues while depicting life at a historically Black college.
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Before "A Different World," Bell made his film debut in Spike Lee's "School Daze" (1988), playing Big Brother X-Ray, further establishing his presence in African American cinema during a pivotal period in the late 1980s.
Following his success on "A Different World," Bell continued to work in television, making guest appearances on various shows. He appeared in episodes of "Cosby" and "Living Single" during the 1990s. He also participated in several reality TV projects, including "Celebrity Fit Club" in 2006.
Bell has maintained a connection to the entertainment industry through his long-term relationship with actress Tempestt Bledsoe, known for playing Vanessa Huxtable on "The Cosby Show." The couple has appeared together in various media projects, including the reality show "Househusbands of Hollywood" (2009), which offered a glimpse into their personal lives and relationship.
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