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Sarah Michelle Gellar's net worth today and why she stopped acting

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Sarah Michelle Gellar's net worth is estimated at Best known for her iconic role in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Gellar stepped away from acting in 2014 to

Sarah Michelle Gellar visits SiriusXM Studios on May 09, 2025 in New York City. Sarah Michelle Gellar speaks onstage
Sarah Michelle Gellar visits SiriusXM Studios (L). Sarah Michelle Gellar speaks onstage (R). Photos: Jason Mendez/ Randy Shropshire (Modified by author)
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  • Sarah Michelle Prinze (née Gellar)
    48 (as of 2025)
    April 14, 1977
    New York City, U.S.
    Rosellen and Arthur Gellar
    Jewish
    Straight
    Married
    Freddie Prinze Jr. ​(m. 2002)
    2
    Actress

    Sarah Michelle Gellar's net worth is estimated at $30 million. This is primarily thanks to her standout roles in hit television series like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and popular films such as Cruel Intentions, I Know What You Did Last Summer, and Scooby-Doo.

    Sarah Michelle Gellar began building her fortune at an early age. She started as a child actor after being discovered by an agent when she was just four years old. She appeared in numerous television commercials and took on small film roles in productions like An Invasion of Privacy (1983), Over the Brooklyn Bridge (1984), Funny Farm (1988), and High Stakes (1989).

    Her first major television break came in 1992 when she landed the lead role in the syndicated teen drama Swans Crossing. She would go on to earn two Young Artist Award nominations for her performance.

    Sarah Michelle Gellar attends the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on February 07, 2025 in Santa Monica, California.
    Five quick facts about Sarah Michelle Gellar. Photo: Emma McIntyre (Modified by author)
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    After relocating to Los Angeles, Gellar's career skyrocketed when she was cast as Buffy Summers in the hit series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The show became a cultural phenomenon and was both commercially and critically acclaimed.

    While working on Buffy, Gellar also took on a string of film roles that significantly contributed to her wealth. These included box office hits such as I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), which earned $125 million globally on a $17 million budget, and Scream 2 (1997), which brought in over $172 million worldwide.

    She also starred in Simply Irresistible (1999) and Cruel Intentions (1999), the latter of which grossed $75 million on a $10 million budget. These projects, combined with her TV success, laid the foundation for her impressive net worth.

    Sarah Michelle Gellar didn’t officially quit acting Her hiatus was largely motivated by the need to focus on her family, especially after becoming a mother after the death of Robin Williams,  her The Crazy Ones co-star.

    In a 2022 interview, Gellar reflected on the turning point that led her to take a break. Robin’s unexpected death had a profound impact on her, prompting a period of introspection and emotional processing.

    “I had been working nonstop my entire life. When I had children—and it happened right around the time Robin passed—so much was happening all at once that I realised I needed to pause,” she explained.

    Sarah Michelle Gellar and her husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., live in a $6.1 million mansion nestled in the upscale Mandeville Canyon area of Los Angeles. Purchased in 2014, the 7,310-square-foot colonial-style residence has been a peaceful retreat for their family ever since.

    Sarah Michelle Gellar (L) and husband Freddie Prinze, Jr. arrive at the premiere of Columbia Pictures' "The Grudge 2" at Knott's Scary Farm on October 8, 2006 in Buena Park, California.
    Sarah Michelle Gellar (L) and husband Freddie Prinze, Jr. arrive at the premiere of Columbia Pictures' "The Grudge 2. (Photo: Kevin Winter (Modified by author)
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    The home boasts six spacious bedrooms and five bathrooms, along with a range of luxurious features, including a private library, a swimming pool, and a pergola-covered outdoor lounge area. Inside, the décor draws inspiration from classic Cape Cod style, with elegant hardwood flooring, expansive windows that flood the space with natural light, and a double-height foyer that offers a grand welcome.

    The outdoor area is just as inviting. It features a well-designed backyard complete with a pool equipped with a water slide, a shaded seating space under the pergola, and a fully equipped barbecue area.

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    Sarah Michelle Gellar's net worth is a result of a successful career in both television and film. Her decision to step back from acting wasn't abrupt but rather a thoughtful move influenced by personal loss and the desire to focus on family. While she may no longer be in the spotlight as frequently, her influence and financial success remain firmly intact.

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