Bumper Robinson, a name that has become interchangeable with versatility in Hollywood, has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2023, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Born as Larry Clarence Robinson II on June 19, 1974, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was named after his father. His journey into acting began as a child, appearing in commercials and quickly capturing the attention of casting directors.
Robinson's first significant onscreen role came in 1983 when he portrayed the son of O.J. Simpson in the CBS television movie, Cocaine and Blue Eyes. Throughout the 1980s, he graced the screens of numerous television series, including The Jeffersons, Hill Street Blues, Webster, Matt Houston, Gimme a Break!, Cagney & Lacey, Night Court, North and South, The Facts of Life, Punky Brewster, and Day by Day. His most notable role during this period was as Jonah Carver on Days of Our Lives, appearing in 11 episodes from 1987 to 1988.
The 1990s: A Decade Of Growth
The 1990s saw Robinson's career continue to flourish. He landed roles in popular shows such as Family Matters, The Royal Family, and The Jacksons: An American Dream. From 1992 to 1993, he portrayed Dorian Heywood in 23 episodes of A Different World. His other notable roles during this period include appearances in Thea, Saved by the Bell: The New Class, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Sister Sister, and Touched by an Angel.
Further, Robinson's career remained steady throughout the 2000s and 2010s. He appeared in Linc's, Son of the Beach, The Parkers, The Old Settler, Eve, and CSI: NY. In 2007, he landed the recurring role of Juvon Glenn in The Game, appearing in 21 episodes until 2015. He also appeared in Bones, Roommates, Alcatraz, Black-ish, and BlackAF.
The Voice Behind The Characters
In addition to his onscreen roles, Robinson has also made a name for himself as a voice actor. His voice roles began in the 1980s with The Flintstone Kids and Scooby-Doo and The Ghoul School. He continued to lend his voice to characters in The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The New Batman Adventures, Pinky and the Brain, and Godzilla: The Series. His voice work extended into the 2000s with roles in Batman Beyond, Static Shock, What's with Andy, Futurama, Teen Titans, The Batman, All Grown Up!, Transformers: Animated, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, Ben 10: Omnivore, Motorcity, Avengers: Assemble, Lego Marvel Super Heroes: Maximum Overload, Ultimate Spider-Man, Mixels, Curious George, and Lego Marvel Super Heroes: Avengers Reassembled.
Bumper Robinson: A Household Name
In the 2020s, Robinson continued to secure voice roles in shows like Record of Ragnarok, Baki Hanma, Teenage Euthanasia, Harriet the Spy, and American Dad! He also voiced characters in the film Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! in 2020 and HMMF Animal Handler, Chum in 2021. His voice work also extends to video games and theme park rides at various Six Flags locations around the United States.
Robinson leads a quiet life away from the limelight with his wife, Katherine Penton, and their daughter, Samantha. His net worth is a testament to his hard work, talent, and dedication to his craft. As we look forward to more of his performances, one thing is clear: Bumper Robinson's star continues to shine brightly in Hollywood.
