Pernell Roberts shot to prominence in 1959 after playing Adam Cartwright in the television series Bonanza. He had over 100 acting credits to his name. He received even more attention for his work on Trapper John, M.D., which he did from 1979 until 1986. In 1981, he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his portrayal in the series.

The net worth of Pernell Roberts

Pernell Roberts was reported to have a net worth of roughly $10 million at the time of his death. He amassed a sizable fortune from his varied performances, particularly in television and film.

In 2003, Roberts purchased a home in Northridge for $631,000. The house was listed for $750k in 2014. It is unknown whether the house has been sold or is still on the market.

Early life

Pernell Roberts was born in Waycross, Georgia, on May 28, 1928, as the only child of Pernell Elven Roberts Sr. and Minnie Myrtle Morgan Roberts. Roberts Sr., his father, was a Dr. Pepper salesperson.

Early on, he developed an interest in acting and singing. Roberts used to perform in school plays and sing in local USO concerts when he was a kid. He was a student at the University of Maryland, but he did not complete his studies. He had previously enrolled at Georgia Tech, but had not completed his studies there.

Roberts began his military service in the United States Marine Corps in 1946.