Don Rickles Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, TV Shows, Wife, Kids, Toy Story, Movies, Career

Donald Jay Rickles also known as Don Rickles is a legendary American stand-up comedian and actor known primarily for his insult comedy. Through his sharp wit, fearless roasts, and memorable roles in television and films, he entertained audiences for decades and became a beloved figure in comedy history.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Donald Jay Rickles
• Stage Name: Don Rickles
• Born: May 8, 1926
• Age: 90 years old
• Died: April 6, 2017
• Birthplace: Queens, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Jewish
• Occupation: Stand-up Comedian, Actor, Voice Actor
• Height: 5 feet 6 inches
• Religion: Judaism
• Parents: Max Rickles and Etta Rickles
• Siblings: None
• Spouse: Barbara Sklar
• Children: Mindy Rickles and Larry Rickles
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $30 million USD

Early Life and Education

Don Rickles was born on May 8, 1926, in Queens, New York, United States. He was brought up by his parents, Max Rickles and Etta Rickles, in a Jewish family. He was an only child with no siblings. He graduated from Newtown High School in 1944 and later studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, graduating in 1948. His ethnicity is Jewish, and his religion is Judaism.

Career

Don Rickles began his professional path after serving in the United States Navy during World War II. He initially aimed for dramatic acting but struggled to find work. He started performing stand-up comedy in nightclubs in the early 1950s, developing his signature insult comedy style by responding to hecklers.

This bold approach earned him the nickname Mr. Warmth. He became a headline performer in Las Vegas and a frequent guest on talk shows including The Tonight Show and The Dean Martin Show. Rickles starred in television series such as C.P.O. Sharkey and appeared in numerous films.

He voiced Mr. Potato Head in the Toy Story franchise, introducing his humor to new generations. He authored books and received a Primetime Emmy Award for the documentary Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project. His career spanned over six decades, marked by sharp wit and enduring popularity.

Social Media

• Don Rickles does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Don Rickles was 90 years old at the time of his death and his height was 5 feet 6 inches. He is married to Barbara Sklar, whom he wed in 1965. No past relationships are publicly known. They had two children, Mindy Rickles and Larry Rickles.

Net Worth

Don Rickles‘s net worth is estimated at $30 million USD. His income primarily came from stand-up comedy performances, acting roles in television and films, voice work in the Toy Story franchise, book sales, and appearances on variety shows.

Filmography

• Toy Story
• Toy Story 2
• Toy Story 3
• Kelly’s Heroes
• Casino
• Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project