Details of Judge Reinhold’s Acting Career
Judge Reinhold’s career began in the late 1970s, but it was in the 1980s that he became a household name. His breakout role came in 1982 when he played Brad Hamilton in the cult classic Fast Times at Ridgemont High. He worked alongside stars like Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Phoebe Cates.
In 1984, Reinhold starred alongside Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop, playing Detective Billy Rosewood. The film was a massive commercial success, with gross income of over $300 million worldwide, and Reinhold’s performance as the guy willing to please the cop earned him widespread recognition. He reenacted the role in the sequels Beverly Hills Cop II in 1987 and Beverly Hills Cop III in 1994, creating his fanbase in Hollywood.
In the 1990s and 2000s, Reinhold transitioned to television and worked as a guest star in shows like Seinfeld, The X-Files, and Arrested Development. He also continued to work in film, though often in smaller, independent projects. In addition to his roles, he made appearances on the series Seinfeld, Into the West, Zandalee, and on the fictional show Mock Trial with J. Reinhold.
Fans of Reinhold are eagerly awaiting his return in the upcoming Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley in 2024. His 4000 square foot home in Little Rock, Arkansas was worth $126,000 in 2015, and today its worth over $1 million. Reinhold’s net worth also benefits from residuals and royalties from his work in classic films that continue to be popular through streaming platforms and syndication. Additionally, he has appeared in numerous commercials and endorsements over the years, further supplementing his income and net worth to $2.5 million
Judge Reinhold Personal Life
Edward Ernest Reinhold Jr. was born on May 21, 1957, in Wilmington, Delaware. His father, Edward Ernest Reinhold Sr., was a lawyer, and his mother, Barbara Reinhold, was a civil rights activist. Reinhold married his first wife, Carrie Frazier, in 1984, and the couple had one daughter, Sophie Reinhold, before divorcing in 1991. Sophie has followed in her father’s footsteps, pursuing a career in acting and appearing in films such as The Way Back.
In 2000, Reinhold married actress Amy Reinhold and had two daughters, Hannah and Emma. His commitment to his family and philanthropic endeavors further shows his character and legacy. He has been involved in various charitable organizations, particularly those focused on environmental conservation and social justice. In 2016, he spent ten hours in jail for disorderly behavior and causing disturbance, and he had to accept an adjudication agreement to be let free.
