Des Bishop Net Worth: How He Develops Fame Among Fans

Curious about Des Bishop net worth and financial position in 2024? Marc Berman delivers information regarding his comedy career, Stand-up DVDs, and controversies. 

Famous NameDes Bishop
Real Name Desmond Ryan Bishop
Date of Birth 12th November 1975
Birthplace London, England
Cultural Background Caucasian
NationalityIrish-American
EducationUniversity College Cork (B.A.)
ProfessionComedy, acting 
Marital Status Married
SiblingsAidan Bishop
GenderMale 
Height 6 feet 3 inches
Age 48 years
Net Worth $5 million

Des Bishop Net worth

According to 2024 records, Des Bishop net worth is about $5 million. Bishop’s prolonged presence in the comedy industry, particularly his important stand-up comedy offers, gives an uninterrupted financial direction in contrast to reality television personalities. Here is a list of related actors:

Des Bishop Overview and Wiki

An Irish-American Comedian, Des Bishop first gained popularity with his series “The Des Bishop Work Experience” of 2004. In this performance, he set a goal for himself to survive on a minimum salary in Ireland.

Furthermore, he’s well-known for his comedic television specials, such as”Desfunctional,” “Des Bishop Live,” and “Made in China,” which follow his whole year Mandarin language study tour in China.

Early life and education

Des Bishop was brought up in New York, and at the age of 14, he moved to Ireland. Moreover, he joined St. Francis Preparatory School in the Queens region of New York City’s Fresh Meadows neighborhood.

Additionally, he started school at St Peter’s College, Wexford, when he was 16 years old, in Ireland. Later, he regained his Leaving Certificate exam at Dublin’s Blackrock College. Moreover, he achieved a degree in history and English from University College Cork.

Career

Des Bishop started comedy in Ireland in the late 1990s. Irish comedians like Barry Murphy, Kevin Gildea, and Ardal O’Hanlon established a venue, International Comedy Cellar, where he started hosting shows and developing acts. Later, in 2002, Bishop appeared in the movie “In America.”

After the TV show “The Des Bishop Work Experience” distribution in 2004 on RTE Two, he approached to a broader audience.

Controversy and Redemption

Bishop faced severe criticism for his racist remarks made to an audience member with an intellectual handicap who was in a wheelchair during a 2006 performance and apologized for it later.

Bishop participated in the first season of Dancing with the Stars: Ireland in 2017. Giulia Dotta, an Italian dancer, was paired with him. They placed eighth and were eliminated in the sixth week of the contest.

Gobal comedy champion

Des Bishop travelled to China, where he performed stand-up and made appearances on dating shows under the stage name Bi Hangsheng, highlighting his attractiveness to a worldwide audience. In the meantime, his devotion to cultural awareness was demonstrated by his intense study of the Irish language for In the Name of the Fada.

Des Bishop Stand-up DVDs

  • Of All People 2024
  • Live 2005
  • Desfunctional 2009
  • Live at Vicar Street 2003
  • Tongues 2007
  • Fitting In 2006

Personal life 

Aidan, the brother of Bishop, works in Ireland as a comedian, and they are in performing at the International Comedy Club. His mother, after a long illness, died at the age of 77 on March 19, 2019, and his father died in February 2011 due to lung cancer.

Moreover, he engaged to Hannah Berner, in February 2021. They married on 13th May 2022 in New York State at his home in The Hamptons.

Des Bishop Age, Height 

Des Bishop was born on 12th November 1975 and is now 48 years old, looking very young. Moreover, he has an eye-captivating personality with a height of 6 feet 3 inches, making him appealing among the fans.

Bishop Social Media Profile

Attention captivating and the fastest communication source, social media is a very vital way to get in touch with the world. That is why celebrities select this source to display their activities.

Further, Des Bishop has created several social media profiles, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Platform name Followers/Subscribers 
YouTube Channel21.2K 
Instagram Account275.6K+ 
Facebook Page410.5K+ 
Twitter Account188.9K+ 

FAQs about Des Bishop

Who is Des Bishop?

Des Bishop is an Irish-American comedian who was born in the United Kingdom and raised in New York City.

How Does Des Bishop Make Money?

Des Bishop makes most of his money by performing standup and TV appearances.

What are some notable achievements of Des Bishop?

Des Bishop notable achievements are stand-up DVDs, International comedy tours, and My Dad Was Nearly James Bond.

What languages does Des Bishop speak?

Des Bishop speaks Irish and Mandarin Chinese fluently. He has also worked in China and appeared on several Chinese dating shows.

Conclusion

Des Bishop is an emerging comedian who captivates the fans’ focus through his extraordinary performance. In this article, you can explore his early life, education, and career.

Moreover, fans can delve into Des personal life, biography (age, height), and controversies that he faces. In addition, this post explores the details regarding Des Bishop net worth and examines his social media profiles, which contributed significantly to enhancing his income.

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Marc Berman

Marc Berman, dubbed “Mr. Television,” is a veteran journalist and media historian contributing to Forbes since 2020. A member of The Television Critics Association, Marc covers breaking news, celebrity profiles, and emerging technologies in media. He’s also the creator of the long-running Programming Insider newsletter and has appeared on shows like “Entertainment Tonight” and “Extra.”