Tom Gleeson net worth


Tom Gleeson net worth emerges from writing, comedy and media career. He is an Australian comedian and writer.

The estimated Tom Gleeson net worth 2025

As of 2025, Tom Gleeson net worth is estimated at $3.5 million according to Richest Lifestyle. Performing stand-up comedy, writing, television and radio presenting contribute to his net worth.

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Career outline

Tom Gleeson began his career performing comedy, playing the character Malcolm for two years. Afterwards, he started performing at major events such as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sydney Comedy Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Brisbane Comedy Festival, Perth Fringe World, Edinburgh Fringe, and the Montreal Comedy Festival.

Surprisingly, in 2007, he entertained Australian troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan.

As a result of his talent, three of his stand-up comedy shows  Tom On!, Up Himself, and Quality, were nominated for the Helpmann Award for Best Comedy Performer. He has also earned multiple major comedy awards, including Best Comedy for Joy at the 2019 Perth Fringe World and Best Comedy for Lighten Up at the 2020 Adelaide Fringe. 

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On radio, he co-hosted Tom & Subby on Triple M from 2004 to 2005. In 2006, he won Australia’s Brainiest Radio Star. Later on, he also co-hosted Mix Mornings on Mix 101.1 in 2009. 

On television, he first appeared on Network Ten’s comedy sketch show skitHOUSE from 2003 to 2004. Afterwards, he appeared on shows such as Big Brother’s Big Mouth in 2008 and Good News Week from 2008 to 2011.

He also co-hosted the comedy chat show This Week Live in 2013, before joining The Weekly with Charlie Pickering in 2015, where he hosted popular segments.

He launched his own program, Hard Quiz, in 2016, which became a hit.  He later took on the role of host in Taskmaster Australia. Most importantly, he won a Gold Logie Award for Most Popular Personality on Television in 2019.

In 2022, he appeared in The Roast of Paul Hogan, a televised tribute to the legendary Australian comedian and actor.

Book

  • Playing Poker with the SAS: A Comedy Tour of Iraq and Afghanistan (2008)

Conclusion on Tom Gleeson net worth

Across stand-up comedy, radio, and television, Tom Gleeson has established himself as one of Australia’s most successful and respected comedians, known for his sharp humour, confident delivery, and ability to connect with audiences across diverse formats. All these occupations have been significant in growing his fortune.

Featured image: Tom Gleeson on Instagram

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