Nick Swardson: A Comedy Legend Worth Knowing

How Much Is Nick Swardson Worth?

Let’s talk about Nick Swardson, the man who’s not just making us laugh but also building a pretty impressive career. Nick, an American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and producer, boasts a net worth of $5 million. His comedic journey is nothing short of remarkable, with standout projects like the comedy album "Party" in 2007 and the Comedy Central special "Seriously, Who Farted?" in 2009. Nick didn’t stop there—he kept the laughs rolling with another special, "Taste It," in 2015. Not to mention, he even got his own show, "Nick Swardson's Pretend Time," which aired on Comedy Central in 2010. This guy’s got range, and it shows in his diverse work.

But let’s not forget about his acting chops. Swardson’s recurring role as Terry Bernadino on "Reno 911!" (2003–2009) was unforgettable. And with over 70 acting credits under his belt, including blockbusters like "Malibu's Most Wanted" (2003), "Grandma's Boy" (2006), "Blades of Glory" (2007), "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star" (2011), and "30 Minutes or Less" (2011), Nick has proven time and again why he’s a household name in Hollywood. Plus, his collaboration with Adam Sandler in films like "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry" (2007), "The Ridiculous 6" (2015), "The Do-Over" (2016), and "Sandy Wexler" (2017) speaks volumes about his versatility as an entertainer.

Nick’s talents extend beyond acting, too. He’s been credited as a writer on several projects, including "Malibu's Most Wanted," "Grandma's Boy," "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star," and "Pretend Time." He even created, wrote, produced, and starred in the Comedy Central series "Typical Rick" (2016–2017). His hard work didn’t go unnoticed—Swardson and his co-stars from "Hell and Back" earned a Behind the Voice Actors Award nomination for Best Vocal Ensemble in a Feature Film in 2016.

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From Minnesota to Hollywood: Nick’s Early Life

Born Nicholas Roger Swardson on October 9, 1976, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nick’s life wasn’t always about comedy and glamour. His parents, Pamela and Roger, divorced when he was 13, and his father, who passed away in 2003, was a journalist and editor who founded the Saint Paul community newspaper, the "Grand Gazette." Nick grew up with an older sister named Rachel and an older brother named John. His high school years were anything but ordinary—he got expelled four times for drug use and even spent time in court-ordered rehab at 16. But Nick wasn’t defined by his struggles; he used them as fuel to pursue his passion for theater.

In an interview with "Collider," Nick recalled, "I got addicted to drugs when I was 15 and got expelled from high school four times. I had to go to court-ordered rehab when I was 16. But I wasn’t a stupid kid, so they let me back into the school. My grades were so bad that I needed an A, so I took theater. We wrote a play and performed it in front of our school. It was a tough school, and all the other plays were getting booed. But when we did our play, I played this character that was super wacky and big, and it just destroyed." That performance was a turning point for Nick, and it set him on the path to becoming the comedic powerhouse he is today. Nick graduated from high school in 1996 and soon began performing at open mic nights at Acme Comedy Co. in Minneapolis.

Building a Career in Comedy and Film

Nick’s comedy career started with a bang. At his very first open mic night, he impressed the club owner so much that he was asked to come back and eventually became the house M.C. Nick even won the club's "Funniest Person in the Twin Cities" award and became a regular performer at Knuckleheads in the Mall of America. At just 20 years old, he was chosen to perform at the prestigious U.S. Comedy Arts Festival, a huge milestone for any aspiring comedian. Nick eventually left Minnesota for the bright lights of New York City and later Los Angeles, where he began landing roles in commercials. His big break came in 1998 when he appeared on Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," followed by a guest-starring role on "LateLine" in 1999.

His big screen debut happened in 2000 when he played Insane Bowie Fan in the critically-acclaimed film "Almost Famous." The following year, Nick appeared in "Pretty When You Cry" alongside Jamie Kennedy and got his own "Comedy Central Presents" special. From there, his career skyrocketed. He appeared in 17 episodes of "The Jamie Kennedy Experiment" in 2002 and teamed up with Kennedy again for "Malibu's Most Wanted" in 2003, a film he co-wrote and starred in. That same year, he began playing Terry Bernadino on the Comedy Central series "Reno 911!" and appeared in 28 episodes as well as the 2007 film "Reno 911!: Miami."

In 2006, Nick appeared in the films "Grandma's Boy," "Art School Confidential," and "The Benchwarmers" and co-starred with Adam Sandler for the first time in "Click." Nick’s collaboration with Sandler continued in films like "Bedtime Stories" (2008), "Just Go with It" (2011), and "Grown Ups 2" (2013). In 2016 and 2017, Nick joined Sandler, Norm Macdonald, David Spade, Tim Meadows, and Rob Schneider for the "Netflix Presents Here Comes The Funny Tour." In 2007, Nick co-starred with Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Will Arnett, and Amy Poehler in "Blades of Glory" and appeared in "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry" with Sandler and Kevin James. The following year, he appeared in "You Don’t Mess with the Zohan" and "The House Bunny" and lent his voice to the animated Disney film "Bolt."

Nick starred on "Nick Swardson's Pretend Time" from 2010 to 2011, a show he also wrote and executive produced. He starred in, co-wrote, and co-produced "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star" in 2011 and also appeared in "30 Minutes or Less" and "Jack and Jill" that year. Nick continued to expand his resume with roles in "That’s My Boy" (2012), "A Haunted House" (2013), and voice work in shows like "Chozen" and "Portlandia." In 2015, Nick had an uncredited role in "Pixels," appeared in "The Ridiculous 6," guest-starred on "The Goldbergs," and lent his voice to "Hotel Transylvania 2" and "Hell and Back." He voiced Sensei Brantley in "Star vs. the Forces of Evil" from 2015 to 2019 and co-starred with Adam Sandler and David Spade in the Netflix film "The Do-Over" in 2016. Nick reunited with Sandler again in "Sandy Wexler" (2017) and teamed up with Spade in "The Wrong Missy" (2020). His recent projects include films like "Buddy Games" (2019), "Airplane Mode" (2019), and "Deported" (2020), and he voiced Scott on the Netflix series "Hoops" in 2020.

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Behind the Scenes: Nick’s Personal Life

Nick is more than just a comedian—he’s a proud fan of the Minnesota Vikings football team and even has his hometown’s area code, 612, tattooed on his wrist. In 2017, he spoke candidly to "Vulture" about his health journey, saying, "I quit eating dairy eight years ago. I basically cut out sugar too. I’ll eat dark chocolate, but I don’t drink soda or have any desserts that aren’t dairy or gluten-free. I eat pretty healthy." His dedication to health was put to the test in the fall of 2019 when he was hospitalized in Denver for nearly three weeks due to alcohol poisoning and pneumonia. In a December 2019 interview with the "StarTribune," Nick reflected on the experience, saying, "My body just shut down. That’s when I realized, 'Oh, you’re not a superhero.'" By May 2020, Nick revealed in a "Screen Rant" interview that he hadn’t had alcohol in eight months, showcasing his commitment to a healthier lifestyle.