Kyla Pratt is an American actress and model with a net worth of $7 Million. She is best known for providing vocals for the character of Penny Proud in the Disney Channel’s animated series, “The Proud Family.” Her role in the series led her to receive major gigs in the entertainment industry.
Kyla’s acting career started when she was studying in elementary school.
That time she got a chance to perform in commercials and later made a name for herself in the American television world.
Pratt is also recognized for her immense performance in the films, “Dr. Dolittle and Dr. Dolittle 2.” She had the starring role of Eddie Murphy’s Daughter.
Later she was announced as the lead actress in the remake series of the “Dr. Dolittle” franchise.
Kyla Pratt’s Net Worth
Kyla Pratt is one of the most prominent actresses in the Hollywood industry. She rose to fame after being a main cast in the animated series, “The Proud Family.” She gained further popularity for her appearance in the series “One on One.”
The actress mainly earns from appearing in TV shows, movies, brand deals, music performances, and some other ventures. She has accumulated a lot of fortune for herself throughout her career. As of 2023, Kyla Pratt’s net worth is estimated to be $7 Million.
| Net Worth | $7 Million |
| Age | 36 |
| Born | September 16, 1986 |
| Profession | Actress |
| Country | United States of America |
| Salary (Annual) | $1 Million + |
| Last Updated | 2023 |
Early Life
Kyla Alissa Pratt was born on September 16th, 1986, in LA, California, USA. Her father Johnny McCullar is a famous basketball player and her mother Kecia Pratt is an actress.
Kyla has four younger siblings including a brother named Doheen Pratt.
In terms of education, she went to Alexander Hamilton High School and began performing in commercials.
Due to this busy schedule, she was not able to continue her studies, so she dropped out of school.
Career
At the age of 8, famous companies like “Nike” and interactive computer games invited Kyla to appear in their ads.
In 1993 she guest starred as Brittany in the TV show, “Where I Live.” In the following year, she was cast in an episode of the TV series, “Living Single.” She followed that up by appearing in “The Parent ‘Hood” in 1995.
In 1996 she continued to make cameo appearances in TV series including, “In the House,” “Sisters,” “Lois & Clark,” “ER,” “Public Morals,” “Touched by an Angel,” and “Friends.” From 1997 to 2001 Kyla played more than 16 roles in several television series such as, “Family Matters,” “Lizzie McGuire,” “Moesha,” “Smart Guy,” “Sister,” and more.
In 1997 Pratt made her film debut as Jenny Baker in “Riot.” That same year she performed in TV films, “A Walton Easter” and “Mad City.” Later she had roles in movies “Barney’s Great Adventure,” “Jackie’s Back,” and “Love & Basketball.”
Breakthrough
In 1998 Pratt gained popularity when she was chosen for the role of Dr. Dolittle in the popular film, “Dr. Dolittle.” In 2001 she played the role of Maya Dolittle in “Dr. Dolittle 2.” From 2001 to 2006 Kyla starred as Breanna Barnes in the sitcom, “One on One.”
That was the breakthrough moment of her career when she provided vocals for the main character of Penny Proud in the animated series, “The Proud Family.”
The show ran from 2001 to 2005. In the meantime, Pratt was appearing in films like “More than Puppy Love,” “Maniac Magee,” “The Seat Filler,” and “Fat Albert.”
Kyla achieved success for having the starring role of Maya Dolittle in a series of Dolittle movies including, “Dr. Dolittle” (1998), “Dr. Dolittle 2” (2001), “Dr. Dolittle 3” (2006), “Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief” (2008), and “Dr. Dolittle: Million Dollar Mutts” (2009).
Kyla portrayed the role of Heather alongside Emma Roberts in the comedy movie, “Hotel for Dogs” in 2009. Later she was the main cast in the second season of the romantic series “Let’s Stay Together.” In this series, she appeared from 2012 to 2014.
She played the minor role of Trish Collins in the 2016 TV series, “Recovery Road.” In 2021 Kyla began starring as Randi in the hit popular sitcom, “Call Me Kat.” In the following year, it was announced that Pratt would reprise her role of Penny Proud on Disney Channel’s “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.”
Other Ventures
Outside of acting, she tried her hand at music, becoming a member of the “Disney Channel Circle of Stars.” Kyla got an opportunity to perform the cover version of the track, “Circle of life.” The song was featured on the “DisneyMania 2” album.
Apart from giving her voice in the film “The Proud Family” she also sang the movie’s soundtrack titled, “It’s All About Me.” Along with the Disney Channel Stars, she performed the song “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes.” In 2019 she sang “There’s No Time Like Christmas” in the “Lifetime Christmas film.”
Personal Life
Kyla Pratt is in a good relationship with Danny Kirkpatrick who is a singer, and actor.
The couple started dating in 2005 and welcomed their first daughter, Lyric Kirkpatrick, in 2010. Kyla’s second daughter Liyah Kirkpatrick was born in 2013.
Real Estate
A child actress, Kyla Pratt has a net worth of $7 million and lives a luxury lifestyle. In September 2020 she bought a lavish house which is located in Redondo Beach, California. Kyla reportedly paid $1.295 million for this property which has 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. The house spans over 2,680 square feet.
Career Highlights
- In 2014 Kyla Pratt was included in the list of VH1’s “100 Greatest Child Stars”
- The Proud Family (Animated series, 2001-2005)
- One on One (TV series, 2001-2006)
- Dr. Dolittle (Film franchise)
- Let’s Stay Together (TV series, 2012-2014)
- Call Me Kat (Fox’s sitcom, 2021)
- The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder (TV series, 2022)
