About Jan Smithers Net Worth

Jan Smithers’ net worth is $6 Million

Background Information on Jan Smithers

Karin Jan Smithers was born on the 3rd of July, 1949, in North Hollywood, California USA. She is a retired film and television actress, known for her role as Bailey Quarters in the sitcom “WKRP in Cincinnati” from 1978 to 1982. She was active in the entertainment industry from the early ‘70s to the late ‘80s.

Jan Smithers’ estimated net worth as of early 2017 is $6 million, primarily earned through her successful career in the entertainment industry, according to authoritative sources.

Jan Smithers’ Early Life and Career

Jan grew up with three sisters in Woodland Hills, north of Los Angeles. She attended William Howard Taft High School to study art. During high school, she experienced a car accident, which left her with a scar on her chin.

Jan’s first taste of fame came in the mid ‘60s when she appeared on the cover of Newsweek, seated on a motorcycle. This early success led her to pursue an acting career. Her acting career began in 1973 with an episode of the TV series “Love Story”. She then landed the leading role in the Golden Globe-nominated romantic drama “Where the Lilies Bloom” in 1974, and also starred in the drama “Our Winning Season” in 1978. Her most notable role was as Bailey Quarters in the CBS sitcom “WKRP in Cincinnati” which lasted until 1982.

During this time, her net worth increased significantly. She also took on other roles during her time on the show and appeared in the made-for-television film “The Love Tapes” in 1980. After the series ended, Jan made several one-off appearances in TV series such as “The Fall Guy” (1983), “Legmen” (1984), “Murder, She Wrote” (1985), and “Comedy Factory” (1985). Her final role was in the film “Mr. Nice Guy” in 1987, after which she retired from acting to focus more on family. In 2014, she attended a “WKRP in Cincinnati” reunion.

Jan was married to actor Kipp Whitman from 1971 to 1972, and then to actor James Brolin from 1986 to 1995. The couple has a daughter, and James has two children from a previous marriage. Jan currently resides in Ojai, California.