Brian Doyle-Murray Net Worth - Pulptastic
Andrew Mccoy
Published Apr 10, 2026
What Is Brian Doyle-Murray’s Net Worth?
Brian Doyle-Murray, an American actor, writer, producer, and comedian, has a net worth of $4 million. He began his career with Second City in the 1970s and has since performed and written for various film and television projects, many of which starred his brother Bill Murray.
Doyle-Murray has over 160 acting credits to his name, including films such as “Caddyshack,” “Groundhog Day,” and “17 Again,” as well as television series like “Saturday Night Live,” “The Middle,” and “Yes, Dear.” He was also a writer for “Saturday Night Live” and “SCTV,” and co-wrote “Caddyshack.”
In addition to his work in front of the camera, Doyle-Murray has produced TV series documentaries and lent his voice to various projects, including “SpongeBob SquarePants” and “The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack.”
Brian Doyle-Murray: Early Life and Family
Brian Doyle-Murray was born on October 31, 1945, in Evanston, Illinois. He added “Doyle” to his name to avoid confusion with another actor. He grew up in an Irish Catholic household with eight siblings, including brothers Bill Murray, Joel Murray, and John, who also became actors. Brian attended Saint Mary’s College of California.
Brian Doyle-Murray’s Career Highlights
Brian Doyle-Murray began his career with Chicago’s Second City in the early ’70s and made his film debut in 1972’s “Fuzz.” He worked as a writer and performer on “Saturday Night Live” and co-wrote the 1980 comedy “Caddyshack” and played Lou Loomis in the film. He appeared in several other films, including “National Lampoon’s Vacation,” “Sixteen Candles,” and “Groundhog Day.”
Doyle-Murray also had guest appearances on several TV shows, including “Seinfeld,” “Ellen,” and “Veep.” He played Noah Vanderhoff in 1992’s “Wayne’s World” and voiced The Flying Dutchman on “SpongeBob SquarePants” since 1999. From 2017 to 2018, he starred with his brother Bill on “Bill Murray & Brian Doyle-Murray’s Extra Innings,” a reality series in which the brothers visited Minor League ballparks across the country.
Doyle-Murray’s Marriage to Christina Stauffer
Brian Doyle-Murray married Christina Stauffer, a veterinarian and former assistant director on August 28, 2000. Stauffer’s notable works as an assistant director include “The Cider House Rules,” “Magnolia,” and “Coyote Ugly.”
Brian Doyle-Murray’s Emmy Nominations
Brian and his fellow writers on “Saturday Night Live” were recognized with Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy-Variety or Music Series in 1978, Outstanding Writing in a Comedy or Comedy-Variety or Music Series in 1979, and Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program in 1980.
Brian Doyle-Murray’s Real Estate Transactions
In 1993, Brian paid $400,000 for an 1,813 square foot, three-bedroom home in Arcadia, California.
In 2010, he purchased a 1,945 square foot home in Mar Vista for $1.225 million.
In 2016, Brian sold the Mar Vista home for $1.589 million, which was $87,000 over the asking price.
