Mekhi Phifer Net Worth 2022

Mekhi Phifer net worth 2022 is an American actor widely-renowned for both his acting career and business ventures. He has appeared in a number of films and television series, earning sizable paychecks in return. Additionally, Mekhi has participated in various philanthropic efforts related to youth development and education – his wealth continues to expand thanks to smart investments and successful entrepreneurial ventures outside Hollywood.

Mekhi was born December 29th in Harlem, New York to Rhoda and quickly developed an interest in acting from an early age. He attended High School of Performing Arts before receiving a scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University – however he decided against attending in order to focus on acting career pursuits in Hollywood instead.

Mekhi made his film debut in 1992 with Tupac Shakur and other rappers in Juice. Soon thereafter he began appearing in television series and movies; becoming a regular on ER for multiple seasons while portraying Dr. Gregory Pratt (Dr. Gregory Pratt for short). Additionally he has made appearances in other movies like 8 Mile as well.

Mekhi Phifer first came to public notice with his performance as the lead in The Tuskegee Airmen (which won him a Golden Globe), before going on to star in several comedic films and television roles such as Markus Knox in True Blood and Harold Brooks on Love Victory.

His biggest break came in 1995 with his appearance as Future in the groundbreaking film 8 Mile. This part required him to portray an unstable rapper with great depth and authenticity, propelling him into stardom. Since then he has appeared in various movies earning critical acclaim for each performance.

Mekhi is both an actor and an entrepreneur. In California he owns multiple Athlete’s Foot athletic shoe-store franchises and launched Third Reel Films in January 2011. Additionally he has participated in charity efforts, most notably competing in Celebrity Poker Showdown Championship and serving on The Polaris Project board of directors.

Mekhi Barnes, in addition to being an actor and entrepreneur, is married to Reshelet Barnes with whom he shares two children: Omikaye and Mekhi Thira Phifer Jr. When not working or acting, Mekhi enjoys playing poker and golfing; is involved with youth development programs and human rights issues; established an acting school called Studio D; serves on the Executive Board for Polaris Project to combat human trafficking; enjoys poker tournaments.