Billy Bob Thornton’s latest show, Landman, concluded its first season with record-breaking ratings. The Paramount+ drama, created by Taylor Sheridan, tells the story of the West Texan oil boom through the eyes of “roughnecks and wildcat billionaires.” The show scored 14.6 million viewers during its first seven days, making it the biggest global premiere week for a Paramount+ original show. More than 14.9 million people watched the series in its first four weeks on Paramount+, making it the most-viewed TV show on the streaming service.
Billy Bob Thornton stars as Tommy Norris, the landman for an oil company, in Landman. With the dramatic finale of season one airing, Newsweek takes a look at Thornton’s personal wealth. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Thornton has a net worth of $45 million, accumulated through his work as an actor, screenwriter, producer, and musician. Thornton gained international attention for his role in the 1996 independent film Sling Blade, which he wrote, directed, and starred in. He won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and was nominated for Best Actor. He has also appeared in hits like A Simple Plan, Armageddon, and Monster’s Ball. Thornton has enjoyed success on TV as well, with roles on Hearts Afire and FX’s Fargo, for which he won a Golden Globe.
In terms of real estate, Thornton has owned homes in various areas of Los Angeles, including Malibu, Agoura Hills, Brentwood, and Beverly Hills. The latter property, where he lived with his ex-wife Angelina Jolie, sold for $8 million in 2013. Thornton now lives in a two-story 1980s house near the coast with his wife Connie and their daughter Bella. The home features a world-class recording studio, which Thornton knew was the right place for his family. Despite his varied residences, Thornton has a phobia of heavy, ornamented antique furniture, stating that it creeps him out and that his worst nightmare is being in a castle.
Landman has solidified Billy Bob Thornton’s status as a talented and versatile actor. The success of the show, coupled with Thornton’s impressive career, has contributed to his net worth of $45 million. Thornton’s ability to take on diverse roles in both film and television has garnered critical acclaim and numerous award nominations. Moving forward, fans can expect to see more of Thornton’s work on both the big and small screens as he continues to showcase his talent and expand his already impressive body of work.
