Parker Stevenson is an American actor, director, and producer who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. With more than 60 acting credits to his name, including starring roles in popular TV series and films, Stevenson has amassed a net worth of $10 million throughout his career. In this article, we will take a closer look at the life and career of Parker Stevenson, and explore how he achieved his impressive net worth.
Early Life
Parker Stevenson was born Richard Stevenson Parker Jr. on June 4, 1952, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He grew up in Rye, New York, and initially wanted to become an architect. However, after appearing in two small television roles as a child, Stevenson developed a passion for acting. In 1976, he graduated from Princeton University, where he studied architecture and was a member of the lightweight crew team.
Career
After graduating from college, Parker Stevenson decided to pursue acting full-time. He made his film debut in 1972’s “A Separate Peace,” and went on to star in several other films, including “Lifeguard” (1976), “Strokes” (1983), and “Loaded” (2008).
Stevenson is probably best known for his work in TV series. He starred as Frank Hardy on ABC’s “The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries” from 1977 to 1979, and as Craig Pomeroy on the NBC/syndicated series “Baywatch” from 1989 to 1990, and 1997 to 1999. In addition to acting, Stevenson also directed nine episodes of “Baywatch.”
Throughout his career, Stevenson has had a wealth of other acting credits, including guest-starring roles on popular TV series such as “Murder, She Wrote” and “Matlock.” He also appeared in the miniseries “North and South: Book II” (1986), and the television series “Falcon Crest” (1984–1985), “Probe” (1988), “Melrose Place” (1993), and “Greenhouse Academy” (2017–2020).
In addition to his acting work, Parker Stevenson has also dabbled in producing and directing. He executive produced the 1999 TV movie “Avalon: Beyond the Abyss,” and directed episodes of “Melrose Place” (1994), “Models Inc.” (1994), “Savannah” (1996–1997), and “Baywatch Nights” (1997).
Stevenson has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including a TV Land Award nomination for Favorite Crimestopper Duo for “The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries” in 2004.
Personal Life
Parker Stevenson was married to Kirstie Alley, an Emmy-winning actress, from 1983 to 1997. They adopted two children together, William True Stevenson in 1992 and Lillie Price Stevenson in 1995. After their divorce, Parker sued Kirstie for spousal support, requesting $18,000 per month to pay rent on a Bel Air home, custody of their children, and $75,000 per month in child support until the children turned 18. He ended up settling for a one-time $6 million payout.
After his divorce from Alley, Stevenson married Lisa Schoen, a celebrity chef, in 2018.
Real Estate
Parker Stevenson purchased a 3,833 square foot home in Toluca Lake, California for $840,000 in 2003. The home has five bedrooms and four bathrooms.
Conclusion
Parker Stevenson is a talented actor, producer, and director who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. Through his hard work and dedication, he has achieved a net worth of $10 million. Stevenson continues to work today, and we can expect to see more of his work in the years to come.
