As of 2025, actor David Denman has an estimated net worth of $3 million. He is known for his role as Roy Anderson on the NBC series The Office and has starred in both television and film. Through the years, he appeared in many notable productions such as Parenthood, Outcast, and Mare of Easttown, and films such as Puzzle, Brightburn, Greenland, and Rebel Ridge.
Early Life and Education
David Denman was born on July 25th, 1973, in Newport Beach, California. His family moved a lot during his childhood, and he spent time in Sequim, Washington, but they primarily lived in Southern California.
He attended Fountain Valley High School and then continued on to Orange Coast College to study theater. He participated in acting and directing for their stage productions. He later transferred to the well-known Juilliard School in New York City and graduated in 1997 with a BFA in drama.
Television Career
Denman began his television career in the late 1990s with guest appearances in shows such as ER, Chicago Hope, The Pretender, and The X-Files. His first recurring role was on Angel (2001–2003), playing a demon named Skip. Breakout with The Office
Denman’s first major breakthrough came in 2005, when he earned the role of Pam Beesly’s fiancé, Roy Anderson, on The Office. While he started out on the show as a recurring character, he soon became part of the main cast in season 2 and continued to be in the main cast for season 3. After that, Denman stayed as a guest star for the reminder of the series. Denman’s role as Pam’s insecure and often antagonistic fiancé remained as one of the most memorable on the show.
Post-Office Work
After The Office, Denman went on to develop an impressive television career with roles in:
Ed Brooks on NBC’s Parenthood (2013 – 2014)
Kyle Barnes’ stepfather on Outcast (2016 – 2017)
Frank Sheehan on Mare of Easttown (2021), a critically acclaimed mini-series on HBO
Kurt Dockweiler on Bosch: Legacy (2022 – 2023)
Roles in Chad, Eric, a Netflix thriller, and Laid, a series on Peacock
In 2025, Denman was added to the HBO Max superhero series Peacemaker season 2. This further exemplified his talent in both comedy and drama.
Film Career
Denman made his film debut in 2000 in the sports comedy The Replacements and continued on with supporting roles in the films Out Cold, Big Fish, and 2006’s When a Stranger Calls. During both the 2010s and 2020s, Denman took advantage of a variety of roles in many different genres:
Fair Game (2010) – Political thriller
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016)—war drama
Power Rangers (2017)—action reboot
Puzzle (2018) – drama starring opposite Kelly Macdonald
Brightburn (2019)—Superhero horror starring alongside Elizabeth Banks
Greenland (2020) – survival thriller starring alongside Gerard Butler
Emancipation (2022)—historical action film starring alongside Will Smith
The Equalizer 3 (2023)—directed by Antoine Fuqua
Rebel Ridge (2024)—Netflix action thriller
This combination of indie dramas and large blockbuster thrillers has kept Denman busy in Hollywood throughout his career.
David Denman’s Personal Life
In 2014, Denman married Swedish-American actress and model Mercedes Mason. They have two children, Caius and Sagan, and live a family-oriented existence while building their careers in Hollywood.
David Denman’s Net Worth and Career Growth
Denman’s estimated net worth is 3 million dollars and comes from:
Long-running roles on television, most notably The Office and Mare of Easttown
Regular roles in mid- and blockbuster films
Steady guest starring roles and pilots on major networks and streamers.
With more film and television projects in the pipeline, his career continues to grow in a very positive and sustainable way.
FAQs About David Denman
What is David Denman’s net worth?
Denman’s net worth is estimated to be 3 million dollars in 2025.
What role is David Denman best known for?
Denman is best known for being Roy Anderson on The Office.
Has David Denman acted in movies?
Yes! His film credits include Brightburn, Puzzle, 13 Hours, Greenland, and Rebel Ridge.
Did David Denman star in Mare of Easttown?
Yes. He played Frank Sheehan—Kate Winslet’s ex-husband in the Emmy-winning HBO miniseries.
Is David Denman married?
Yes. He married actress Mercedes Mason in 2014 and they have two children.
What was David Denman’s first major role?
His breakout role would be Roy Anderson in The Office (2005-2012).
