When it comes to television hosts, there is one that will always stand out as one of the most adventurous and that is none other than Phil Keoghan. The New Zealand-born star came to prominence when he became the host of the competition reality tv series, 'The Amazing Race'. Keoghan joined the show at its very beginning back in 2001 and has remained with CBS ever since.
Considering how long he has been with the network, Phil serves as one of the most recognized television hosts across the globe and has been ranked alongside other big names such as Julie Chen and Jeff Probst. With over 20 years in the industry, serving as a television host, writer, producer, and author, Phil Keoghan has truly done it all. With so many years on camera, fans are beginning to wonder how much the star has managed to amass throughout his career. Let's find out!
How Much Is Phil Keoghan Worth?
CBS is home to countless competitive reality shows including 'Survivor', 'Big Brother', and of course, 'The Amazing Race'. While 'Big Brother' is currently airing its All-Stars season, 'The Amazing Race' is set to make its return on October 14, 2020, for its 32nd season, yes you read that right 32nd season! The show is one of the longest-running reality shows on the network, and rightfully so. Contestants on the show are required to travel across the globe completing tasks and challenges linked to the specific countries' culture and customs.
Players then race to the finish mat where host, Phil Keoghan, awaits to give them either some good news or bad. While fans may tune into for the non-stop adventure and drama, the real star of the show is none other than Keoghan himself. The New Zealand-born star came to prominence when he joined 'The Amazing Race' back in 2001. With a $100,000 per episode salary, Phil Keoghan has managed to amass a net worth of $16 million, and it is all thanks to his television appearances.
With nearly 20 years on the show, Phil has without a doubt made a name for himself, however, he has done much more than just 'The Amazing Race'. Phil is also the producer of his very own show 'No Opportunity Wasted', which appears in the United States, Canada, and of course, New Zealand. This project earned Phil a whopping 7 Emmy Awards, and an additional 13 Emmy's for his work on 'The Amazing Race'.
Phil brings his charm, wit, and smile to every single country the show films in, making him one of the most personable hosts and one that fans cannot get enough of. The 53-year-old is set to return to the mat this upcoming season, which will officially mark his 20th anniversary with the CBS network. If there is one thing that remains certain, is that Phil Keoghan and his signature eyebrow raise aren't going anywhere anytime soon!
