Jami Gertz, the iconic star of 1980s films, was recently spotted in West Hollywood looking almost unrecognisable, nearly four decades after the role that made her famous. Now 59, she was heading to the exclusive San Vicente Bungalows club, a venue known for its private service to celebrities. Dressed casually in a blue shirt, white trousers and an orange bag over her shoulder, she presented a relaxed, discreet style that contrasted with the glamorous screen persona that made her famous.
Gertz will forever be remembered by fans as Star from the cult 1987 horror film The Lost Boys. In the film, she starred alongside Kiefer Sutherland, playing a half-vampire struggling with the temptation of human blood. Her acting career also includes a role in the 1981 film Endless Love, which was Tom Cruise’s film debut. On television, Gertz’s last regular role was as Debbie Weaver in the science fiction sitcom The Neighbours, which ended in 2014. Her latest film, the romantic comedy I Want You Back, was released in 2022.
Beyond acting, Jami Gertz has amassed a huge fortune, largely thanks to her marriage to businessman Tony Ressler. The couple married in 1989, and Ressler is a key figure in the world of private equity, co-founder of Apollo Global Management and Ares Management. According to Forbes, his net worth is estimated at an impressive £10.7 billion, making them one of the richest duos in the world.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Gertz herself is worth approximately £12 billion. The couple’s joint business ventures include ownership of the Atlanta Hawks basketball team, which they purchased in 2015 alongside former NBA star Grant Hill. Ressler also attempted to purchase Chelsea Football Club, further highlighting their influence in both the worlds of finance and sport.
Although Jami Gertz’s appearance today differs significantly from her youthful film roles, her legacy as a beloved star of 1980s classics remains unchanged. Her unforgettable performances and cultural influence continue to this day, but it is her spectacular financial success alongside her husband that has elevated her to the ranks of the world’s richest actresses and influential figures in business.
