Who is Jack Whitehall’s dad Michael and what is his net worth?
MICHAEL Whitehall carved out a successful television career before welcoming his children, however, he is best known for being Jack Whitehall’s father.
Here is everything you need to know about the British producer turned TV star.
Who is Michael Whitehall?
Michael Whitehall is Jack Whitehall's dad.
He was born on April 12, 1940, and is an English author, producer, talent agent and television personality.
He was educated at Ampleforth College before working as a film reporter for The Universe.
Both his father and grandfather were commercial travellers.
Michael has featured in television shows including Countdown, John Bishop’s Britain, The Million Pound Drop, Alan Carr: Chatty Man and Alexander Armstrong’s Big Ask.
In 2013, he and Jack landed the job hosting the first series of Backchat on BBC Three, which was eventually moved to BBC Two.
Fans can follow Michael on social media, @fatherwhitehall on both and
What is Michael Whitehall's net worth?
Michael is believed to have a net worth of £10 million ($ 12.7 million), which comes as no surprise given his family history and his prosperous career.
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His education was paid for by his grandfather, who had inherited significant wealth from his cousin, a wool merchant.
As well as his work in television, Michael has also penned a few books, including Shark Infested Waters: Tales of an Actors’ Agents.
The book was illustrated by Jack and hailed as “a most entertaining memoir” by The Times Literary Supplement.
What job did Michael Whitehall have?
Michael has formed two production companies - Havahall Pictures and Whitehall Films.
He has represented acts including Dame Judi Dench and Colin Firth.
Some of his producer work was on TV series including The Good Guys and A Perfect Hero.
He also helped present the series Backchat on BBC Three, along with his son Jack, and the series then moved to BBC Two.
Is Michael Whitehall married?
Hilary and Michael got married in 1986 and currently live together in Putney, London.
He was previously married to Jane McIntosh in 1969 but they divorced four years later.
He had no children with Jane and following their divorce, she went on to marry lyricist Tim Rice.
How many children does Michael Whitehall have?
Hilary and Michael have three kids together.
Comedian Jack is his eldest child and has appeared on TV shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats and The Sunday Night Project and has also hosted the BRIT Awards since 2018.
Their daughter is named Molly Whitehall, who is 33 and their youngest son is named Barnaby Whitehall, who’s 30 years old.