Barbara Steele
Actress

Barbara Steele Net Worth

Barbara Steele is a British actress and producer best known for her breakout role in the 1960 Italian horror film La maschera del demonio. She is beloved by her fans for her talent, intelligence, and a dark, mysterious beauty that is unique. After her success in La maschera del demonio, she starred in many horror films, but eventually grew tired of being typecast and took a break from acting. She returned to the screen in 1974 and went on to produce the miniseries The Winds of War and War and Remembrance, for which she won an Emmy Award. In 1991, she appeared in the revival of the supernatural soap opera Dark Shadows and in 1997, she appeared in the Clive Barker documentary A-Z of Horror. Her latest film was The Butterfly Room in 2012. Barbara Steele is still beautiful and her fans still love her.
Barbara Steele is a member of Actress

Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Producer
Birth Day December 29, 1937
Birth Place  Birkenhead, Cheshire, England, United Kingdom
Age 86 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Capricorn
Occupation Actress producer
Years active 1958–present
Spouse(s) James Poe (m. 1969; div. 1978)
Children 1

💰 Net worth: $100,000 (2024)

Barbara Steele, a renowned Actress and Producer from the United Kingdom, is reported to have an estimated net worth of $100,000 in 2024. With a successful career spanning several decades, Steele has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. Known for her captivating performances, she has garnered both critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. As an actress, Steele has showcased her versatility through various roles, while also delving into the behind-the-scenes realm as a producer. Her dedication to her craft and undeniable talent have undoubtedly played a key role in her professional success and financial accomplishments.

Biography/Timeline

1960

Steele starred in a string of horror films, including Black Sunday (1960), The Horrible Dr. Hichcock (1962), The Ghost (1963) directed by Riccardo Freda, The Long Hair of Death (1964) and Roger Corman's 1961 adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's short story The Pit and the Pendulum, among others. She also starred in Castle of Blood (1964), Terror-Creatures from the Grave and Nightmare Castle (both 1965), and Curse of the Crimson Altar (1968).

1963

Additionally, Steele had supporting parts in Federico Fellini's (1963), and appeared on television in the 1991 miniseries Dark Shadows. Steele has appeared in several films in the 2010s, including Ryan Gosling's Lost River (2014).

1969

Steele married American Screenwriter James Poe in 1969; the couple were divorced in 1978.

1970

Steele returned to the horror genre in the later 1970s, appearing in three horror films, Silent Scream, Piranha, and David Cronenberg's Shivers.

1983

Steele served as associate Producer of the 1983 TV mini-series, The Winds of War, and was a Producer for its 1988 sequel, War and Remembrance, for which she shared the 1989 Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama/Comedy Special with executive Producer Dan Curtis.

1991

Steele was cast as Julia Hoffman in the 1991 remake of the 1960s ABC television series Dark Shadows. In 2010, she was a guest star in the Dark Shadows audio drama, The Night Whispers.

2010

In 2010, actor-writer Mark Gatiss interviewed Steele about her role in Black Sunday for his BBC documentary series A History of Horror. In 2012, Gatiss again interviewed Steele about her role in David Cronenberg's Shivers (1975) for his follow-up documentary, Horror Europa. In 2014, she appeared in Ryan Gosling's directorial debut, the drama-fantasy thriller film Lost River, in which she portrayed the character Belladonna in a supporting role.

Some Barbara Steele images

About the author

Lisa Scholfield

As a Senior Writer at Famous Net Worth, I spearhead an exceptional team dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of pioneering individuals. My passion for unearthing untold narratives drives me to delve deep into the essence of each subject, bringing forth a unique blend of factual accuracy and narrative allure. In orchestrating the editorial workflow, I am deeply involved in every step—from initial research to the final touches of publishing, ensuring each biography not only informs but also engages and inspires our readership.