Mekhi Phifer, widely known for his role as Dr. Greg Pratt on NBC’s “ER,” and as Lem in Soul Food, has filed for bankruptcy. He owes more than $1 million to various entities.
The 39-year-old actor allegedly owes $1.2 million in back taxes. He also owes $50,000 in lawyer fees and $4,500 in back child support. Legal documents show that Phifer spends around $11,600 in monthly expenses, but only makes $7,500.
Phifer is now married to Reshelet Barnes, whom he wed in 2013, but he has one child with ex-wife, actress Malinda Williams. His recent projects include a minor role in Divergent and a recurring role on the Showtime series, “House of Lies.”
If the actor’s monthly earnings are less than $8,000, then his yearly earnings would total less than $100,000.