Buddy Valastro is a well-known Baker and TV personality who has enjoyed a great deal of success in the culinary world. This success brought him his independent reality series “Cake Boss,” which aired from 2009.
Along with his stint on television, Valastro has also penned notable works such as Kitchen Boss, Next Great Baker, and Buddy’s Bakery Rescue.
He also features in the critically acclaimed movie “Bridesmaids.” Explore more details about Buddy Valastro’s net worth and house.
Who is Buddy Valastro?
Bartolo “Buddy” Valastro Jr. Was born on March 3, 1977, in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA. He is the son of Mary Valastro and Buddy Valastro senior.
Buddy was raised alongside four sisters and attended Ridgefield Park High School. Additionally, he took baking classes from the Teterboro Campus of Bergen County Technical High School.
At the age of 11, Buddy took his first step in the culinary world by working for his father, who, at the time, was the head baker at his family-owned Carlo’s Bakery.
The established was opened in 1910 and later bought up by Buddy Sr more than 50-years later. After his father’s sudden death in the mid-90s, Buddy took over the business, leading it to great and new heights.
His cake designs were appreciated by soon-to-be-wed couples who lined outside his store in droves. Buddy’s cakes even appeared on the front page of reputable magazines.
In 2007, his fame reached new heights as he stepped up to work for the Food Network Challenge.
Net Worth
Buddy has started various restaurant chains and bakeries. He has also hosted a plethora of Television shows that have helped him grow his wealth. Presently, Buddy Valastro’s net worth stands at $15 mіllіоn.
Most of Buddy Valastro’s income comes from his restaurant chains. Also, salary from different cooking shows also aids to his huge wealth. Not to forget the revenue he generates from the sales of hundreds of thousands of his cookbooks.
Buddy Valastro Hospitalized.
During a mishap In September 2020, Valastro’s dominant hand got pierced by a pinsetter at his home bowling alley. He was quickly taken to the hospital by his family members and had to undergo two emergency surgeries.
While he was hospitalized, he was very well taken care of. So, to thank the staff and the associated Dr. Michelle Carlon, he baked what was described as a “Super Special Cake” for them.
His Wife and Family.
Buddy married Lisa Valastro on October 14th, 2001. He loves spending time with his wife and four kids, as is evident from the regular pictures and posts featured on his Instagram page. The family owns a well-designed mansion in the Montville area in New Jersey.
It is located near Buddy’s iconic bakery. They moved to this luxurious property back in 2014; prior to the move, they resided in East Hanover Township, New Jersey.
Buddy’s Restaurants.
Valastro owns several restaurants and bakeries.
- Carlo’s Bakery is located in Washington. Over the years, it has featured on TLC, expanding to 17 bakeries.
- He is also the founder of three Buddy V’s Ristorante, located in Bethlehem, McAllen, and Las Vegas.
- In 2014, Buddy also launched his event planning and catering company named Buddy V’s Events.
