Keshia Knight Pulliam's net worth is estimated at around $8 million, built over four decades of acting starting with her breakout childhood role as Rudy Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," followed by a long-running part on Tyler Perry's "House of Payne" and continued film and television work.
Quick Facts
| Born | April 9, 1979, Newark, New Jersey |
| Education | B.A., Sociology, Spelman College (2001) |
| Known For | Rudy Huxtable on "The Cosby Show" (1984-1992); Miranda on "Tyler Perry's House of Payne" (2007-present) |
| First Marriage | Ed Hartwell (January 2016-2016); daughter Ella Grace, born 2017 |
| Current Marriage | Brad James (married September 2021); son Knight James, born April 2023 |
| Estimated Net Worth | Around $8 million |
Early Career and The Cosby Show
Pulliam began working as an infant model before landing the role of Rudy Huxtable, the youngest child on NBC's "The Cosby Show," at age 9. She appeared in 177 episodes between 1984 and 1992 and became the youngest actress ever nominated for a Primetime Emmy, at age 6, for Outstanding Supporting Actress. She later earned a sociology degree from Spelman College, where she was a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
House of Payne and Later Roles
From 2007 onward, Pulliam has starred as Miranda in Tyler Perry's "House of Payne," appearing in more than 50 episodes and winning NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2009 and 2010. She has also appeared in films including "Madea Goes to Jail" and "Beauty Shop," and competed on reality shows including "Fear Factor" (winning the celebrity edition in 2002) and "Celebrity Big Brother" (2018).
First Marriage and Daughter
Pulliam married former NFL player Ed Hartwell on January 1, 2016, a day after he proposed on New Year's Eve. Hartwell filed for divorce that July, months into the marriage and while Pulliam was pregnant; their daughter, Ella Grace Hartwell, was born on January 23, 2017.
Marriage to Brad James
Pulliam met actor Brad James on the set of "Pride and Prejudice: Atlanta" in 2019. The couple became engaged in December 2020 and married in an intimate ceremony in September 2021. Their son, Knight James, was born in April 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keshia Knight Pulliam's net worth?
Estimated at around $8 million, built from four decades of acting on television and in film.
Who is Keshia Knight Pulliam's husband?
Actor Brad James, whom she married in September 2021; they have a son, Knight, born in 2023.
Was Keshia Knight Pulliam married before?
Yes, to former NFL player Ed Hartwell from January to July 2016. Their daughter, Ella Grace, was born in January 2017.
What role made Keshia Knight Pulliam famous?
Rudy Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," which she played from age 9 to 17.