How Much Was The Comedian Worth When He Died?

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Bernie Mac was worth $15 million at the time of his death. As for what he spent his money on, Mac enjoyed several large homes over the years, including a 10-room house in the Chicago suburbs, complete with a 10-foot swimming pool and marble floors, per The Chicago Tribune.

But earning so much was never the goal for him. Per The Huffington Post, he once told Oprah that he simply always just followed his passion for making people laugh. 

He said of success and wealth, "I think if you focus on being the best in yourself, all that stuff will come. I hear people saying, 'Get ya money on, get ya money on.' I hate that. I mean, that's your motivation? If you do well, the money will come." He added at the time, "And quit focusing on the money, because it's not about the money. My love for comedy is just unbelievable."

That love for comedy amassed him a fortune and a storied career, one that has likely inspired generations of comedians to come. While he is dearly missed by both fans and his family, his legacy lives on. 

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