Do you believe in ghosts, or are you a staunch skeptic? Whether you're a believer or not, the name Zak Bagans likely rings a bell, synonymous with paranormal investigation and captivating television.
Zak Bagans is an American paranormal investigator, actor, television personality, author, and producer best known as the host of 'Ghost Adventures.' His journey into the paranormal began after an alleged encounter with the ghost of a suicidal woman in his former Michigan apartment, an experience that ignited a lifelong fascination. He also owns Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum in Las Vegas, a repository of the macabre and unusual. As of 2025, Zak Bagans enjoys a net worth estimated to be between $30 million and $35 million, accumulated through his various ventures.
| Zak Bagans Bio | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zachary Alexander Bagans |
| Date of Birth | April 5, 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Paranormal Investigator, Actor, Author, Producer, Television Personality |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Known for | Hosting 'Ghost Adventures' |
| Parents | Nancy Knapp (mother), Larry Bagans (father) |
| Siblings | Meredith Bagans (sister) |
| Step-Parents | Thomas Knapp (stepfather) |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Net Worth (2025 est.) | $30-$35 million |
| Career Information | |
| Television Series | Ghost Adventures (2008–present) |
| Films | Demon House (2018) |
| Books | Darkness Falls (2011) |
| Museum | Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum |
| Other ventures | Investments, television shows |
| Personal Life | |
| Relationship Status | Reportedly single as of 2025 |
| Past Relationships | Holly Madison (reportedly dated in 2019, and rumored to have rekindled) |
| Children | None (despite rumors) |
| Pets | Ridley (Yorkshire Terrier), Gracie |
