Larry David's Hilarious Response to Net Worth Inquiry Leaves Chris Wallace Speechless

Larry David Says None of Your Fking Business When Asked About His Net Worth

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Larry David is keeping quiet about his net worth, despite Chris Wallace's efforts to find out. During the March 28 episode of Who's Talking to Chris Wallace, Chris shared a memory of his father, Mike Wallace, who believed people were always curious about how much wealthy individuals are worth. Chris recalled his father once asking Johnny Carson about his net worth.

Chris was about to finish his thought when David, who is also 76, interrupted him. He exclaimed, "That's a terrible question to ask. Who does your father think he was, by the way? I hope Johnny Carson told him, 'Mike, that's none of your business.'"

After David's interruption, Chris proceeded with his question. He mentioned that "on the internet, the over-under is half a billion dollars." The camera then showed David, who nearly spit out his water in surprise.

David tried to dodge the question by claiming he was out of water, but Wallace persisted. He asked again, "Over or under half a billion dollars?"

"I'm going to tell you what should have been said to your father - none of your business. How about that?" David responded. "And that's ridiculous. That number is so absurd, okay? Ridiculous."

David was less than impressed when Chris attempted to lower the net worth by suggesting, “How about $100 million?”

In response, David jokingly retorted, “OK, how about you shut up? Is that alright?” To which Chris amusingly replied, “I gotta say, you know, 100 interviews. Nobody’s ever said that to me before.”

After graduating from college, David enlisted in the Army Reserves for five years. His big break came in 1980 when he became a writer and cast member on ABC's late-night comedy show, Fridays. He later joined Saturday Night Live and co-created Seinfeld before starring in Curb Your Enthusiasm.

In December 2023, David announced that the Golden Globe-winning show would be ending with its 12th season, which premiered in February.

"As Curb comes to an end, I will now have the opportunity to finally shed this ‘Larry David’ persona and become the person God intended me to be. I want to be the thoughtful, kind, caring, considerate human being I was until I got derailed by portraying this malignant character,” David said in a statement. “So ‘Larry David,’ I bid you farewell. Your misanthropy will not be missed. And for those of you who would like to get in touch with me, you can reach me at Doctors Without Borders."

Editor's P/S:

Larry David's reluctance to disclose his net worth is understandable, as it is a personal and potentially sensitive matter. However, his humorous and dismissive responses to Chris Wallace's inquiries are both entertaining and revealing. David's reaction suggests that he values privacy and considers such questions to be intrusive and disrespectful.

David's career has been marked by success, including his involvement in iconic shows like "Seinfeld" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm." While his net worth may be a topic of speculation, it is ultimately irrelevant to his talent and contributions to the entertainment industry. David's legacy will be defined by his comedic genius and his ability to make audiences laugh and reflect on human nature. suggests that his net worth and public image are not the defining aspects of his identity. Rather, he values authenticity, kindness, and compassion, qualities he hopes to embody more fully in his post-"Curb" life.