You Won’t Believe How Much Money These Celebs Have In The Bank
Are you ready to look at some of the most successful celebrities to have ever lived? It is hard not to feel jealous of the folks who have reached the top of their careers with hard work and some luck. Although many of these are Hollywood superstars, you will also find authors, athletes, and politicians on the list. They have the money for the fastest cars and the most impressive real estate, and they don’t have to stress about their mortgages and auto insurance costs. We hope you are ready to learn how much they have in their bank accounts!
John Heard – $3.5 million
John Heard has made millions over the course of his acting career. He starred in big screen projects such as Big and Home Alone. He also worked on television shows like The Sopranos, CSI: Miami, Law and Order, and Miami Vice. We were sad to learn he passed away in 2017.
John Heard – $3.5 million
Stacy Keibler – $4.5m
Stacy Keibler is best known as a professional female wrestler on WWE. This gorgeous woman also tried her hand at acting and modeling in the past. Although she has largely retired from the sport, there is a chance you saw her on Samurai Girl and Dancing with the Stars. She once went out with George Clooney as well!
Stacy Keibler – $4.5m
Torrie Wilson – $5m
Torrie Wilson is another pro wrestler who boasts of an impressive bank account. Just like Keibler, she also dipped her toes into modeling and acting at some point. She also joined fitness contests and even won the Miss Galaxy competition in 1998. Before appearing on WWE, she took part in the World Championship Wrestling. She’s been featured on Playboy magazine covers as well.
Torrie Wilson – $5m
Pamela Anderson – $5m
Pamela Anderson is definitely unforgettable for her appearance on Baywatch. It has been a long time since then, and many things have happened in her life. She grew up a lot and now spends a lot of time doing charity work. Not only is she a dedicated PETA activist, but she also recently reprised her iconic Baywatch role for the film.
Pamela Anderson – $5m
Milo Ventimiglia – $5m
Milo Ventimiglia stole all of our hearts when he played bad boy Jess Mariano in Gilmore Girls. The teen star also made guest appearances on different shows. If you want to see more of him, do not forget to tune into This Is Us and check out the Gilmore Girls reboot. He looks as good as ever!
Milo Ventimiglia – $5m
Dog the Bounty Hunter – $6m
Dog the Bounty Hunter might just have the coolest job in the world. How amazing is it that it’s his duty to track down criminals? His television program is incredibly fascinating. He actually spent 18 months in jail after becoming a bail bondsman for a friend. It was there where he learned about the possibility of bounty hunting.
Dog the Bounty Hunter – $6m
Alexis Bledel – $8m
Alexis Bledel made it big when she landed one of the lead roles in Gilmore Girls. You probably know that she played Rory Gilmore, our favorite bookworm. When the series came to a close, she continued acting and starred in Tuck Everlasting, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Post Grad, and Sin City. In 2016, she and her fellow cast members reunited for the Gilmore Girls reboot.
Alexis Bledel – $8m
Nadya Suleman (Octomom) – $1 million
When the story was no longer in the media spotlight, Nadya Suleman experienced a lot of financial troubles. Not only did Octomom file for bankruptcy in 2012, but she also had a net worth of a negative million. Yikes. She decided it was time for a lifestyle change, which led to more publicity and new offers.
Nadya Suleman (Octomom) – $1 million
Robin Williams – $130m
Before he passed away, Robin Williams had a net worth amounting to $130 million. He was one of the best known veterans of show business, though his net worth took a beating after his two divorces. He was actually approaching bankruptcy before he died, though he made sure that his kids would have $130 million in trust funds first. Reports say that the kids got a third of the amount when they turned 21.
Robin Williams – $130m
Rachael Ray – $60m
Is there anything that Rachael Ray cannot do? She is an author, a television personality, a cook, a businesswoman, and a philanthropist. However, her claim to fame is her ’30-Minute Meals’ concept and her courses for it. It was actually how she landed her television show and cookbook offers. She also dabbled in acting at some point in the past!
Rachael Ray – $60m
Melissa Rauch – $9m
Melissa Rauch made a name for herself by playing Dr. Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz on the hit TV show, The Big Bang Theory. She has also worked on other television projects such as True Blood and The Office. Interestingly, she has also dabbled in voiceover work for films like Ice Age: Collision Course.
Melissa Rauch – $9m
Sarah Hyland – $9m
Sarah Hyland made a lot of money with all her acting gigs, though we highly doubt anything will ever overshadow her work on Modern Family. Her other acting credits are for Date and Switch, Hot in Cleveland, Struck by Lightning, Spanglish, Law and Order: SVU, Lipstick Jungle, and All My Children.
Sarah Hyland – $9m
Amanda Seyfried – $10m
Amanda Seyfried is the epitome of talent! This lovely lady does not only act well, but she was also blessed with the voice of an angel. If you need proof, just check out Les Miserables and Mamma Mia. She started out with her appearances in Veronica Mars and Mean Girls.
Amanda Seyfried – $10m
Kid Rock – $80m
Kid Rock is a well-known actor, music producer, and instrumentalist all in one. With his talent, it was only a matter of time before he made $80 million! Although he is now a huge name in the modern rock scene, you would not believe the challenges he faced along the way. His career only took off when he released “Devil Without a Cause”, his sixth album, in 1998. It was an international hit, and he has only been gaining more attention with each passing year. The album sold over 13 million copies!
Kid Rock
Mike Tyson – $3m
We are sure you know who Mike Tyson is. The professional boxer might have experienced ups and downs over the course of his 20-year career. He was an unrivaled world heavyweight champion and still holds the record for the youngest boxer to win a heavyweight title, which he obtained at the age of 20. He now has a net worth of around $3 million. At some point in his career, he boasted of a $300 million net worth, although he lost nearly all of it.
Mike Tyson
Elisabeth Shue – $12.5m
Actress Elisabeth Shue is yet another fascinating woman. She did a lot of unbelievable things when she was younger. She once played on a boys’ sports team as a young girl and then studied at Harvard University while trying to make it big in the acting industry. She has since appeared in numerous movies like the Back to the Future sequels, The Karate Kid, and Leaving Las Vegas.
Elisabeth Shue
Macaulay Culkin – $15m
Macaulay Culkin, as we all know, became famous when he was just a little boy. As a matter of fact, that is how most of us remember him. Can you believe they only paid him $100,000 for playing Kevin McCallister in Home Alone? We’re glad to hear they raised his salary for Home Alone 2.
Macaulay Culkin – $15m
Bolo Yeung – $1.5 Million
Most of us will remember Bolo Yeung from a collection of different fighting movies, like Bloodsport, Enter the Dragon and Double Impact. He acted with Bruce Lee and Jean-Claude Van Damme, usually posing as the antagonist in their films. Despite this, he has always been seen as a great actor. Today his net worth is $1.5 million.
Bolo Yeung 1.5 Million
Keith Lemon-$ 10 Million
Keith Lemon is a character of much popularity, but the man behind the brilliance is Leigh Francis. Francis was found in the nineties when he was just a stand-up comedian. He has made it big time and his bank account is there to show. Not only did he pitch the idea for Celebrity Juice but if you did not already know his other successors are Keith lemon’s LemonAid, Through the Keyhole and The Keith Lemon Sketch Show.
Keith Lemon
Tiger Woods – $740m
Did you have any idea that you can earn this amount of money as a golfer? Well, this is only true if you happen to be as talented as Tiger Woods. The majority of his net worth is made up of his earnings from event appearances and endorsements. He was once married to the beautiful model Elin Nordegren, though they split up after the cheating controversy came to light.
Tiger Woods – $740m
Brett Favre – $100m
Do not call yourself a football fan if you do not know who Brett Favre is! He did not spend 19 years in the league for nothing. Just about any American knows who he is. Let us all hope he is having the time of his life now that he has retired.
Brett Favre – $100m
Megyn Kelly – $15m
Megyn Kelly made a name for herself as a journalist, news anchor, and political commentator. It was in 2004 that she began her employment at the Fox News Channel, which led to her rise in popularity. As of 2016, she already had a $15 million net worth. Later that year, she made the announcement that she was leaving for NBC. A pay rise was probably involved, so we bet her net worth has increased since then.
Megyn Kelly – $15m
Mandy Moore – $10m
Mandy Moore actually got her start in the music industry! It was in 1999 that she released her debut single, although it did not really take off. However, acting proved to be more lucrative for her. You likely remember her from Because I Said So, The Princess Diaries, and A Walk to Remember. Aside from that, she also worked on Tangled and This Is Us.
Mandy Moore – $10m
Lea Michele – $10m
Next up, we have another multitalented lady! Lea Michele can also hold her own when it comes to acting and singing. She became a familiar face after playing Rachael in Glee. You might have seen her on Scream Queens as well, but she has been a veteran stage actress even before.
Lea Michele – $10m
Chloe Grace Moretz – $12m
Don’t look down on Chloe Grace Moretz simply because she is younger than most people on the list! After all, she has been in the industry since she was little. At only 7 years old, this actress made her in The Guardian. She has never stopped acting, which has led to her impressive filmography.
Chloe Grace Moretz – $12m
Cher – $305m
We know it may sound unbelievable, but Cher has actually been in show business since the ‘60s. Her career started when she was with Sonny Bono, although she was far more successful when they split up. She now has $305 million to her name! Considering how much heart she puts into her albums and films, we daresay she deserves it.
Cher – $305m
Monica Lewinsky – $500 thousand
Monica Lewinsky is not exactly like the other people you will find on this list. For starters, she is not an entertainer. However, she still became a household name after the messy affair she had with Bill Clinton. We do not doubt that it was stressful for her, but at least she earned a fortune from the endorsements, book deal, and television offers!
Monica Lewinsky – $500 thousand
Ronda Rousey – $12m
Ronda Rousey became the first judoka to have ever won the World Judo Championship. Aside from that, she was the first female athlete to have won a judo medal during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She then got into MMA and coined the move known as ‘armbar’. Her huge net worth is the result of her promotion work and brand endorsements!
Ronda Rousey – $12m
Gigi Hadid – $13m
We do not blame you if you are tired of seeing Gigi Hadid everywhere. After all, the blonde bombshell has appeared in so many advertisements for the likes of Chanel, Tom Ford, Fendi, Versace, Elie Saab, Miu Miu, Anna Sui, Marc Jacobs, Diane Von Furstenberg, Balmain, Tommy Hilfiger, and Fenty X Puma. Expect to see even more of her in the future!
Gigi Hadid – $13m
Ray Rice – $14m
Ray Rice made a name for himself as the running back of the Baltimore Ravens. He made $14 million while he was active in the NFL! It would probably be even bigger if his football career did not end with charges of third-degree assault in 2014. The team terminated his contract right away when it happened.
Ray Rice – $14m
Lauren Graham- $15m
We already talked about Rory, but what about Lorelei? Actress Lauren Graham is the other half of Gilmore Girls. Aside from the show, she also appeared in Because I Said So, Bad Santa, Evan Almighty, Sweet November, and The Pacifier. You will also see the actress on Parenthood and the reboot of Gilmore Girls.
Lauren Graham- $15m
Amy Schumer – $16m
Amy Schumer only got started! She is one sassy comedian who made a name for herself by being so relatable. Her film debut was in Trainwreck. She also published the book titled The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo. Without a doubt, she will be in the industry for a long time to come.
Amy Schumer – $16m
Rosario Dawson – $16m
Rosario Dawson is well-known for working on Clerks II, Kids, Men in Black II, Sin City, Rent, Percy Jackson & the Olympians, Top Five, and Seven Pounds. She also won the Satellite Award for Best Actress for her performance in Top Five and Rent. However, Marvel fans will probably know her as Night Nurse.
Rosario Dawson – $16m
Lucy Liu – $16m
The world first heard of Lucy Liu when she portrayed Ling Woo on Ally McBeal. She now has a net worth of $16 million! The actress starred in projects like Charlie’s Angels, Chicago, Kung-Fu Panda, and Kill Bill. She also received tons of nominations for prestigious awards. She now portrays Joan Watson in Elementary.
Lucy Liu – $16m
Rebel Wilson – $16m
Rebel Wilson sure knows how to make an impression. This Australian actress made all of us laugh and giggle when she starred in Bridesmaids. You might have seen her in How To Be Single, Pitch Perfect, This Means War, Strucky by Lightning, and What To Expect When You’re Expecting.
Rebel Wilson – $16m
Liam Hemsworth – $16m
Liam Hemsworth comes from an acting family, but he made his American debut with his appearance in The Last Song. In the movie, he was paired with Miley Cyrus. Isn’t it cool that they are married now? We enjoyed seeing him in The Duel, The Hunger Games, The Dressmaker, Independence Day: Resurgence, and Love and Honor.
Liam Hemsworth – $16m
Kristen Bell – $16m
Kristen Bell first made it big by playing the clever teen detective Veronica Mars. The actress has also appeared in films including The Boss, When In Rome, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and You Again. However, her biggest gig thus far might be voicing Princess Anna in Frozen. She now stars in NBC’s The Good Place.
Kristen Bell – $16m
Amber Heard – $9m
Amber Heard recently made it to the news with her highly-publicized divorce from actor Johnny Depp. However, it would be wrong to forget her acting chops because of it. You might have seen her in Never Back Down, Drive Angry, 3 Days To Kill, Pineapple Express, and Friday Night Lights. There is no doubt that she will appear in more projects in the future!
Amber Heard – $9m
Zac Efron – $18m
We doubt Zac Efron will ever have a more iconic role than Troy Bolton of High School Musical. We still mourn the day that Zanessa broke up! The actor continues to act in films such as 17 Again and New Year’s Eve. He is as gorgeous as ever!
Zac Efron – $18m
Kate Upton – $20m
We will never forget Kate Upton and her iconic Sports Illustrated cover in 2011. She has since appeared in the cover of the magazine in 2012 and 2013. Did you know she tried her hand at acting too? You can watch the model in Tower Heist and The Other Woman.
Kate Upton – $20m
Christian Slater – $20m
Did you know that Christian Slater had his film debut in The Legend of Billie Jean during the ‘80s? However, there is a better chance that you are more familiar with Heathers and Name of the Rose. He might not have the best rep, although he was a certified heartthrob in the ‘90s.
Christian Slater – $20m
Chrissy Metz – $300,000
We have yet another This Is Us cast member on the list: Chrissy Metz. She portrayed Kate in the show, although do not go into thinking that she had an easy time getting to where she is now. Luckily, she has remained humble and modest. She is a body positivity advocate, like her character.
Chrissy Metz – $300,000
Carrie Fisher – $25m
Millions of fans around the world teared up upon hearing that Princess Leia passed away. At the time of her death, Carrie Fisher was 60 years old and worth $25 million. She made a fortune from her books and films over the years. The estate primarily went to Billie Lourd, her daughter.
Carrie Fisher – $25m
Hilary Duff – $25m
Do you remember the Disney teen sitcom Lizzy McGuire? If so, there is no way that you could have forgotten who Hilary Duff is. She tried to go into the music industry at some point, but it seems like acting is still her true passion!
Hilary Duff – $25m
Stephanie McMahon – $25m
Stephanie McMahon is the daughter of the Chief Executive Officer of WWE. It is no surprise that she also became passionate about it! Although she no longer appears on the stage, she continues to work as the Creative Vice President of WWE. She is also married to the wrestler Triple H, with whom she has three kids.
Stephanie McMahon – $25m
Colin Kaepernick – $25m
Did you know that Colin Kaepernick had a shot at playing professional baseball before? However, he ended up playing football while attending the University of Nevada instead. Despite this, the Chicago Cubs still made him an offer! He chose to focus on football and later played for the San Francisco 49ers.
Colin Kaepernick – $25m
The top Jersey Shore stars – $26m
Do you remember Snooki Polizzi, Pauly D, and JWoww Farley? They all made a name for themselves after appearing on Jersey Shore. Respectively, they are worth $6 million, $15 million, and $5 million. The girls used to show up on the red carpet together, but they are now busy raising their kids.
The top Jersey Shore stars – $26m
Vanessa Williams – $28m
Vanessa Williams made waves when she became the first woman of African-American heritage to win Miss America. Sadly, she resigned from the position after Penthouse leaked her unauthorized images. She ended up going into acting and music after this. You might even remember her from Ugly Betty, Soul Food, and Desperate Housewives!
Vanessa Williams – $28m
Emma Stone – $28m
Emma Stone is a versatile actress who can do funny and serious scenes. She’s like a chameleon! Surely, you remember her from her work in Birdman, The Amazing Spider-Man, La La Land, The Help, and Easy A. We expect to see more of her in the future.
Emma Stone – $28m
Mila Kunis – $30m
How sweet is it that Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher ended up together? These two used to play a couple in That ‘70s Show when they were younger! Considering how talented of an actress she is, we think she deserves the recognition she has received. She recently starred in Bad Moms with Kristen Bell and Christina Applegate.
Mila Kunis – $30m
Chris Pratt – $30m
Whoa, Chris Pratt looks nothing like Andy Dwyer from Parks and Recreation these days. He got into shape and worked out intensively for a period of 6 months when he landed a superhero role. If you ask us, however, we think he looks great either way.
Chris Pratt – $30m
Chester Bennington – $30 million
Chester Bennington was the songwriter and lead singer of the band Linkin Park. Needless to say, he was a very important figure to many people in the early 2000s. He had been suffering from depression for quite some time already. The musician took his life in 2017.
Chester Bennington – $30 million
Demi Lovato – $30m
Demi Lovato made her onscreen debut when she appeared in Barney & Friends. Not long after this, she began to play the main character in Camp Rock. She might just be the greatest mentor on X Factor. She is now busy with her successful music career.
Demi Lovato – $30m
Ryan Gosling – $30m
We all fell in love with Ryan Gosling after watching him in The Notebook! He and Rachael McAdams went out for a little while, though they eventually split up. He and Eva Mendes are engaged and have two kids together. We hope he continues to act for a very long time.
Ryan Gosling – $30m
Chelsea Clinton – $30m
Chelsea Clinton, the only child of Bill and Hilary Clinton, made it to the list as well! Her husband is none other than Marc Mezvinsky. Together, they are worth $30 million. If you are curious about how they made so much money, he is actually in hedge funding.
Chelsea Clinton – $30m
Louis C.K. – $31m
When it comes to physical appearances, we cannot deny that Louis C.K. looks no different from the average Joe. However, he is actually a multimillionaire and a famous comedian! He made such a huge amount of money by working on his stand-up comedy and television shows.
Louis C.K. – $31m
Ellen Pompeo – $35m
When you are an actress in a long-running television show, it comes as no surprise that your net worth has already passed the $35 million mark. This is especially true if you are Ellen Pompeo, who allegedly receives $300,000 per episode. Man, she is living the life!
Ellen Pompeo – $35m
George Romero – $35m
George Romero might just be the most influential man in the zombie film industry. Some of his works are Day of the Dead, Dawn of the Dead, and Night of the Living Dead. He also worked on The Ring and Dark Water in the past. Unfortunately, he died in July 2017 at the age of 77.
George Romero – $35m
Dan Marino – $35m
The Miami Dolphins player Dan Marino is a fantastic athlete. If you need additional proof, keep in mind that he was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2005. He definitely deserves to be in there. He now lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida together with his family.
Dan Marino – $35m
Ariana Grande – $35m
Ariana Grande is probably one of the best known musicians right this moment. Can you believe that she got her start on the Broadway stage? However, the actress and singer first made it big when she was cast as Cat Valentine in the Nickelodeon show, Victorious.
Ariana Grande – $35m
Joel Osteen – $40m
There is a good chance that you did not expect to see a pastor here. Despite your expectations, Joel Osteen earned his spot on the list. The international sensation and televangelist has made over $50 million in book sales. It’s pretty amazing that he was once scared of public speaking.
Joel Osteen – $40m
Susan Boyle – $40m
Susan Boyle can be considered a modern Cinderella of sorts. She got her breakthrough when she joined Britain’s Got Talent in 2009. She used to work in a kitchen, so we bet it took her a while to get used to her new life! Things turned around for her when she stunned everyone by singing “I Dreamed A Dream”.
Susan Boyle – $40m
Kaley Cuoco – $45m
If the name Kaley Cuoco sounds familiar to you, it might be because she is a star on The Big Bang Theory. Reports say that she was paid $1 million for each episode! Sweet. She once dated her costar Johnny Galecki and married then divorced tennis player Ryan Sweeting.
Kaley Cuoco – $45m
Alyssa Milano – $45m
Alyssa Milano is most popular for appearing on Who’s The Boss. Her net worth is so huge because of her impressive list of acting credits. Among other things, the actress has starred in Charmed, Melrose Place, and Mistresses. Acting aside, she is also the mother of two kids.
Alyssa Milano – $45m
Selena Gomez – $45m
Selena Gomez is just like Demi Lovato in the sense that she got her start on Barney & Friends. She then went on to star in Wizards of Waverly Place, which paid her $30,000 for each episode of the show! These days, she is very busy with her amazing music career.
Selena Gomez – $45m
Judge Judy- $47m
Judge Judy has made a name for herself as one of the wealthiest stars that reality TV has ever seen. As of 2010, she had an annual income of around $6 million! Nice. She has been appearing on the small screen for more than two decades now.
Judge Judy- $47m
Melissa McCarthy – $50m
Ooh, Melissa McCarthy has always been such a delightful actress! She portrayed Sookie on Gilmore Girls and has since appeared in many other projects. You most likely recognize her from Spy, Tammy, and Bridesmaids as well. She has lost a lot of weight, hasn’t she?
Melissa McCarthy – $50m
Hugh Hefner – $50m
At some point, Hugh Hefner boasted of a $200 million net worth. However, it went done significantly when Playboy was no longer selling as well as before. Despite all these, he still had $50 million in his bank accounts at the time of his death.
Hugh Hefner – $50m
Johnny Galecki – $50m
Johnny Galecki earned a spot on the list as well! Just like his The Big Bang Theory costar, he was paid $1 million for each episode. Considering how many seasons there are, you can bet he saved a lot of money. Aside from the series, he also starred in Vanilla Sky, I Know What You Did Last Summer, and several Broadway shows.
Johnny Galecki – $50m
Jeremy Clarkson – $55m
The opinionated writer and journalist made it big when he started to host Top Gear. He has lots of impressive assets under his belt, which includes eight luxury cars, a lighthouse, and a luxury Oxfordshire home! He clearly made the right decision when he joined the automotive industry. Sweet.
Jeremy Clarkson – $55m
Natalie Portman – $60m
Natalie Portman has been in the industry since she was only 13 years old. Her film debut was for Leon: The Professional, and she has been making waves since then. In 2012, the talented actress exchanged vows with Benjamin Millepied, a choreographer. They are blessed with two kids.
Natalie Portman – $60m
Adam Levine – $60m
Adam Levine is the dapper and edgy frontman of the band called Maroon 5. He was known as a player for a while, although he has since settled down with Behati Prinsloo. They have a daughter together as well. Recently, the musician worked as a mentor in The Voice.
Adam Levine – $60m
Britney Spears – $63m
How can we forget about Britney Spears? She started out in the Mickey Mouse Club together with Justin Timberlake, Ryan Gosling, and Christina Aguilera. She is very well-known for her iconic pop songs during the early 2000s, however. She has gone through some rough patches, but she is now better than ever.
Britney Spears – $63m
Jennifer Garner – $65m
Jennifer Garner has been in the acting industry for more than two decades now. Whoa. She made her onscreen debut in the television movie Zoya. It has been a long time since those days, but she has not shown us any interest in retiring whatsoever!
Jennifer Garner – $65m
Emma Watson – $70m
We bet you practically expected to find Emma Watson here. She made a name for herself when she portrayed Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series. She has since continued acting in different projects. She even landed the part of Belle in the live-action Beauty and the Beast.
Emma Watson – $70m
Kim Cattrall – $75m
Kim Cattrall made waves when she started portraying Samantha Jones in the hit show Sex and the City. The actress even took home a Golden Globe for her performance! She has been married thrice over the years. You can hear more about her experiences in the book she published.
Kim Cattrall – $75m
Amanda Bynes – $5m
Amanda Bynes experienced a lot of ups and downs in the past few years. She was once known as the queen of the Hollywood teen scene. She is best known for starring in All That, The Amanda Show, Hairspray, Easy A, What A Girl Wants, and She’s The Man. Let’s hope she is in a better place now!
Amanda Bynes – $5m
Kelly Ripa – $75m
Kelly Ripa entered the entertainment industry when she appeared in All My Children. However, she only made it big when she joined Live with Regis and Kathie. After Regis quit, the show’s name was changed to Live with Kelly. She now has a $20 million annual salary.
Kelly Ripa – $75m
Larry the Cable Guy – $80m
Daniel Lawrence Whitney goes by Larry the Cable Guy sometimes. He is a highly successful country singer AND comedic actor. He has released seven albums and appeared in films like Witless Protection, Delta Force, and Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector. He tied the knot with Cara Whitney in 2005. They have two kids together.
Larry the Cable Guy – $80m
Tim Allen – $80m
Tim Allen started acting after being cast in Home Improvement. It was a highly successful show that went on for 8 years in the ‘90s. That was how he became known as America’s ‘handyman’. He also voiced Buzz Lightyear and played Mike Baxter in Last Man Standing.
Tim Allen – $80m
Bill O’Reilly – $85m
Host, political commentator, and journalist Bill O’Reilly became famous when he began hosting The O’Reilly Factor. The conservative man got his start during the ‘80s and even worked for WNEP-TV in the past. He has penned fifteen books over the years, which helped increase his net worth.
Bill O’Reilly – $85m
Reba McEntire – $95m
Country musician Reba McEntire got her start after signing onto Mercury Records in 1975. She received the title of ‘Queen of Country’ and sold over 80 million records. In 1990, she entered the film industry with Tremors. Did you know that she is also the stepmom of Kelly Clarkson’s husband?
Reba McEntire – $95m
Howard Stern – $95m
Howard Stern shot into fame thanks to The Howard Stern Show. He wanted to become a radio star ever since he was a little boy, so good for him! During the peak of his career, there were 20 million people listening to the morning show. He also produced and hosted talk shows in the past.
Howard Stern – $95m
Jeff Foxworthy – $100m
Jeff Foxworthy is a member of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour. He studied at Georgia Tech for a while, although he did not graduate. He also worked at IBM, but he decided to switch careers after his colleagues encouraged him. This was how The Jeff Foxworthy Show finally came to be.
Jeff Foxworthy – $100m
Caitlyn Jenner – $100m
Caitlyn Jenner is popular for her career as an Olympic athlete. However, we bet her net worth increased a lot thanks to the publicity she received after the gender change. Her kids are doing very well for themselves as well. Did you know that she is even richer than ex-wife Kris Jenner?
Caitlyn Jenner – $100m
Bradley Cooper – $100m
Bradley Cooper is incredible because he appears to have everything you could possibly want. Not only is he wealthy, but he is also funny, handsome, and talented. He is best known for starring in The Hangover, though his endorsement deals also improved his net worth.
Bradley Cooper – $100m
Jesse James – $100m
Reality TV personality Jesse James is known for his long-running bike empire. Aside from that, he has delved into the restaurant, fashion, entertainment, and publication industries too. Isn’t it cool how Monster Garage went on to become one of the top paid Discovery Channel shows?
Jesse James – $100m
Bill & Hillary Clinton – $110m
Bill and Hillary Clinton have a cool $110 million between them. Apparently, the breakdown goes like this: $80 million for Bill and $30 million for Hillary. Despite the controversies they faced, their fortune grew during the ‘90s when they were doing a lot of consulting, writing, and speaking jobs.
Bill & Hillary Clinton – $110m
Roger Moore – $110 million
Roger Moore was the third man to have the honor of playing James Bond. He portrayed the character from 1973 until 1985. You can also see him in My Riviera, Spice World, and Boat World. He is also a charitable guy who worked with PETA and UNICEF. Sadly, he died of cancer in 2017.
Roger Moore – $110 million
Angelina Jolie – $160m
Angelina Jolie has been a Hollywood A-lister for a while now. Aside from her extensive acting career, did you know she voiced Tigress in Kung Fu Panda? The actress has apparently been doing financially after starring in Tomb Raider. She is also known for her philanthropic streak. Good job, Angie!
Angelina Jolie – $160m
Gordon Ramsay- $160m
The world-famous chef Gordon Ramsay is best known for his topnotch restaurants, reality television shows, and feisty personality. We bet you are a fan of Hell’s Kitchen, Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares, and Master Chef as well! He has a bad rep, but he’s actually a cool guy.
Gordon Ramsay- $160m
John Travolta – $170m
We bet John Travolta is already used to the limelight. Let’s not forget that he has been in show business for 40 years and counting now! Best known for Grease and The Face Off, he is a fan of flying. He actually paid for his very own private plane!
John Travolta – $170m
Julia Roberts – $170m
Julia Roberts has one of the most dazzling smiles in the industry, if not the world. We are glad that she has always gotten the recognition she deserves! While she gets tons of offers, she is the type of person to read the script and choose her roles carefully.
Julia Roberts – $170m
Christopher Nolan – $180m
Christopher Nolan is the man behind many amazing films in Hollywood. It’s only right that the amazing filmmaker and writer gets the proper financial compensation for all the hard work he put into his art! Among other things, his Batman trilogy completely changed the superhero movie genre.
Christopher Nolan – $180m
Denzel Washington – $200m
The two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington is well-known for his acting skills and million-dollar smile. Over the years, has starred in numerous works like American Gangster, Training Day, Malcolm X, and Remember The Titans. That is a very incomplete list, but it would be impossible to list all of his projects here!
Denzel Washington – $200m
Wayne Gretzky – $200m
Wayne Gretzky put in 20 years into the NHL, so it is no wonder that he made it here. He is one of the greatest hockey players to have ever existed! He has spent time playing for the New York Rangers, Edmonton Oilers, St. Louis Blues, and Los Angeles Kings in the past. He has also made it to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Wayne Gretzky – $200m
Sandra Bullock – $200m
Sandra Bullock has twenty years of acting to her name! This Academy Award winner has starred in projects like The Heat, Two Weeks Notice, Miss Congeniality, Practical Magic, and While You Were Sleeping. We think she is amazing for her ability to act in both dramas and comedies!
Sandra Bullock – $200m
Robert De Niro – $200m
Surely, you know who Robert De Niro is. This entertainment industry veteran might be older than he once was, but he is still active in the Hollywood scene. You might have even seen him in Last Vegas, American Hustle, The Intern, Grandpa, and Silver Linings Playbook.
Robert De Niro – $200m
Harrison Ford – $210m
Harrison Ford, the man who brought both Han Solo and Indiana Jones to life, definitely deserves a spot on the list! He has aged well over the years and even appeared in the new installment of the Star Wars films. He also appeared in The Age of Adeline, Sabrina, Ender’s Game, Cowboys & Aliens, and What Lies Beneath.
Harrison Ford – $210m
Robert Downey Jr. – $220m
Although no role will ever top Iron Man, it would be wrong to forget about the other projects Robert Downey Jr. appeared in. We are talking about films such as The Avengers, Sherlock Holmes, Zodiac, and Tropic Thunder. Despite everything, we are proudest about his personal growth!
Robert Downey Jr. – $220m
Mark Wahlberg – $225m
We know how hard it can be to believe this, but Mark Wahlberg truly did start out as a New Kids on the Block member and Calvin Klein member. However, film shot him to a new level of fame. He has since starred in Transformers, The Fighter, Ted, and The Departed.
Mark Wahlberg – $225m
Leonardo DiCaprio – $245m
Everyone was happy when Leonardo DiCaprio finally won an Oscar. He is very deserving of it! If you need any proof, simply watch Blood Diamond, Titanic, The Revenant, and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. Aside from that, he is also passionate about the environment. Check out his documentary, Before The Flood.
Leonardo DiCaprio – $245m
Peter Sallis – $245m
Peter Sallis is best known for providing the voice of Wallace in the Wallace & Gromit animated films. Apart from that, he was also an actor in The Last of the Summer Wine, where he portrayed Norman Clegg. Tragically, the actor died in June 2017.
Peter Sallis – $245m
George Clooney – $250m
George Clooney had his beginnings in ER. As you might have figured already, he shot into fame thanks to his charms, good looks, and acting chops. He is also an activist for human rights and the environment. He has tried his hand at producing too.
George Clooney – $250m
Will Smith – $260m
We all came to know Will Smith as the Fresh Prince, but he has worked on many other projects since then. He has starred in Wild Wild West, Ali, Men in Black, Hancock, Hitch, I Am Legend, Bad Boys, and Suicide Squad. He has also worked as a producer for various films.
Will Smith – $260m
Sean Connery – $300m
Whoa, did you know that Sean Connery used to work as a milkman? The Academy Award winner is best known for portraying Agent 007. Aside from the James Bond films, he also starred in First Knight, Macbeth, The Untouchables, The Hunt for Red October, and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
Sean Connery – $300m
Bjorn Ulvaeus – $300m
Bjorn co-founded the legendary music group, ABBA. Although the band experienced lots of success, we doubt they had any idea how big they were about to become. Apart from the band, he also composed on the side. It did not surprise anyone when he produced Mamma Mia.
Bjorn Ulvaeus – $300m
Jackie Chan – $300m
Jackie Chan might just be the most popular martial artist in the world. Don’t you think this actor looks amazing for his age? It was in 1998 that he made his breakthrough in Hollywood. He continues to be active in the entertainment industry and never fails to make the audience laugh out loud with his antics.
Jackie Chan – $300m
Bruce Springsteen – $300m
Bruce Springsteen is sometimes known as The Boss. This great musician began performing during the ‘60s but only experienced success when the ‘70s came in. He has since received many nominations and awards for his work. Among them, he won an Oscar and two Golden Globes for Best Original Song.
Bruce Springsteen – $300m
Keanu Reeves – $350m
Keanu Reeves might just be the most perfect man in existence. The actor can do both romantic comedies and action flicks, no problem. You might remember him from Speed, The Matrix, Constantine, The Neon Demon, and The Whole Truth. He is also a fan of motorcycling – he even has a custom motorcycle shop of his own.
Keanu Reeves – $350m
Jessica Alba – $350m
Jessica Alba is a very successful actress, which reflects in her net worth as well. This amazing actress has been active in the entertainment industry since the age of 13! With her talent and good looks, we aren’t surprised that she has made it so far.
Jessica Alba – $350m
Taylor Swift – $360m
There is no way you don’t know Taylor Swift! This pop star is the person responsible for hit songs like Bad Blood, Love Story, Our Song, Tim McGraw, and Shake It Off. She also tipped her toes into acting in the past. Perhaps you even saw her in The Giver and Valentine’s Day!
Taylor Swift – $360m
Clint Eastwood – $375m
Although he started out as an actor, Clint Eastwood also discovered he was also a very good director and producer. Over the years, he has earned numerous accolades and awards for his works, which includes American Sniper, Unforgiven, Letter from Iwo Jima, and Million Dollar Baby.
Clint Eastwood – $375m
Sylvester Stallone – $400m
Sylvester Stallone became a household name after starring in action flicks like Rocky and Rambo. It is pretty amazing that he became an action star since he was a boxing promoter in the past! He is thrice-married, but he looks very happy with Jennifer Flavin these days.
Sylvester Stallone – $400m
Johnny Depp – $400m
Johnny Depp has been in the industry for quite a long time, though the money only started rolling in this past decade. He has earned a reputation for playing wacky characters in films like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Nightmare on Elm Street, Alice in Wonderland, Edward Scissorhands, Chocolat, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Johnny Depp – $400m
Jack Nicholson $400m
Jack Nicholson has certainly made a mark in the acting industry. He is an incredibly talented actor who never fails to give chilling performances! There is a good chance you remember him from The Departed, A Few Good Man, Mars Attacks, Batman, The Bucket List, and The Witches of Eastwick.
Jack Nicholson $400m
Mel Gibson – $425m
Although Mel Gibson is not very well-liked in Hollywood, we cannot deny that he has a lot of money in his bank accounts. Did you know he funded Passion of the Christ by himself? Whoa. He has starred in Lethal Weapon, The Patriot, and What Women Want.
Mel Gibson – $425m
Peter Jackson – $450m
We will forever be grateful to Peter Jackson for being the person behind the Lord of the Rings films. He adapted The Hobbit as well. Apart from these, he also won three Academy Awards, four BAFTAs, and a Golden Globe. He definitely deserves all of them!
Peter Jackson – $450m
Victoria Beckham – $450m
The gorgeous Victoria Beckham used to be known as Posh Spice of the Spice Girls. She has come a long way from those days, that much is for certain. She reached her $450 million net worth thanks to her talent at being a fashion designer and businesswoman.
Victoria Beckham – $450m
Beyoncé Knowles – $450m
Beyonce was once part of the musical group named Destiny’s Child. She achieved new levels of fame when she went solo, however. Queen Bey is the wife of the talented rapper, Jay Z. Considering how much talent she has in her body, her $450 million net worth makes perfect sense.
Beyoncé Knowles – $450m
James Patterson – $470m
Author James Patterson has released a lot of books over the course of his career. It’s great that he has earned so much money from his writing skills! The ones that bring in the big bucks are those with onscreen adaptations. Some of his works are Kiss the Girls, 1st To Die, Zoo, and Cross.
James Patterson – $470m
Rush Limbaugh – $470m
Rush Limbaugh became a household name thanks to his work as a radio host and political commentator. His radio show is called The Rush Limbaugh Show and it is rather controversial as he has never felt the need to be shy about his conservative opinions.
Rush Limbaugh – $470m
Coldplay – $475m
The British rock band Coldplay has achieved a fame that few musicians ever have. They have numerous tours and seven albums! The band members are Will Champion, Chris Martin, Johnny Buckland, and Guy Berryman. Can you imagine if they stuck with the original name, Pectoralz and Starfish?
Coldplay – $475m
Tom Cruise – $500m
Tom Cruise was so popular that he started to be known as Mr. Reliable. Why? They believed any movie he was in would go on to become a hit. What a legend! He has worked on films like Eyes Wide Shut, Minority Report, Mission Impossible, and The Last Samurai.
Tom Cruise – $500m
Elton John – $500m
Although Elton John reached his career peak in the ‘70s, he continues to be relevant. This musician has been performing for fifty years already! He has won five Grammys, five Brit Awards, a Tony, an Oscar, and a Golden Globe. He has done many things for the HIV/AIDs cause over the years.
Elton John – $500m
Mariah Carey – $520m
It is not at all a surprise to find Mariah Carey on this list. She has certainly made a lot of money over the years! We are glad to hear this since no one else in the industry has worked as hard as she has.
Mariah Carey – $520m
Shah Rukh Khan – $600m
Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan has been named the top grossing actor in Bollywood history! He has 80 films and plenty of awards under his belt. When it comes to his personal life, he is married to Gauri. The couple has been blessed with three children.
Shah Rukh Khan – $600m
Chuck Lorre – $600m
Chuck Lorre is a producer, composer, and writer for television projects. He earned a name for himself when he created The Big Bang Theory, and Two and a Half Men. Here was what he said once: “I am wired on some deep level to seek out something to be worried and obsess about.”
Chuck Lorre – $600m
Celine Dion – $630m
A huge portion of the wealth Celine Dion has to her name came from her album sales and MGM Grand Vegas deal. This amazing musician will always be relevant. How can we ever forget her Titanic soundtrack? Let’s not forget her other albums: Taking Chances, A New Day Has Come, Miracle, One Heart, and Let’s Talk About Love.
Celine Dion – $630m
Dr. Dre – $700m
Dr. Dre created NWA Records, launched Beats By Dre, and discovered Eminem. Whew! As you can see, he put in a lot of effort to get to where he is now. Did you know that this music legend also dabbled in acting in the past?
Dr. Dre – $700m
James Cameron – $700m
The film industry might be different if Titanic and Avatar director was not in it. It’s pretty cool that he met his wife while filming Titanic! Apart from these things, he is a philanthropist and environmentalist as well. He donates a lot of money to causes he’s passionate about.
James Cameron – $700m
Jay-Z – $700m
Jay-Z has been called the Godfather of Rap, and it is easy to see why. After all, he has been in the music industry for thirty years now! He is a music producer, rapper, and the husband of Queen Bey. He has also worked as a film producer.
Jay-Z – $700m
P Diddy – $760m
Sean Combs, better known as P Diddy, has been lying low recently. Nonetheless, there is no reason for concern whatsoever. This musician and producer has opted to stay out of the music limelight recently as he dips his toes into the alcohol and film industries.
P Diddy – $760m
Madonna – $800m
Madonna has experienced an amazing career. Not only is she the princess of the genre, but she is also the Queen of Pop! She has three children: David, Rocco, and Lourdes. You might have forgotten about her acting stints, but let us remind you that she was in The Next Best Thing.
Madonna – $800m
U2 – $838m
U2 was considered the best band in history at some point. It has been almost forty years since the Irish band was formed. To be specific, U2 was formed by The Edge, Bono, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen in 1976. It would be an understatement to say they went through a lot of things together!
U2 – $838m
Jerry Bruckheimer – $850m
Jerry Bruckheimer is a big Hollywood film producer. Some of the projects he has worked on are Con Air, Armageddon, Bad Boys, Black Hawk Down, Beverly Hills Cop, Top Gun, and Pearl Harbor. For the small screen, he also worked on Cold Case, The Amazing Race, and CSI.
Jerry Bruckheimer – $850m
J.K. Rowling – $1bn
J.K. Rowling has never truly left the spotlight after her success with the Harry Potter series. She was once on welfare but look where she is now! We hope writers draw inspiration from this. We are glad that she introduced us to such a special tale in a magical world.
J.K. Rowling – $1bn
Paul McCartney – $1.2bn
Paul McCartney took the world by storm, and we will never forget about his legacy. While he barely performs anymore, he is still living very comfortably. Aside from his amazing music career, you can see him in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales!
Paul McCartney – $1.2bn
Andrew Lloyd Webber – $1.2bn
Good luck coming up with a more successful modern composer than Andrew Lloyd Webber. The Phantom of the Opera is the longest running show on Broadway, while Cats comes up fourth. The Academy Award and Golden Globe Award winner also boasts of numerous Tonys and Grammys!
Andrew Lloyd Webber – $1.2bn
Jami Gertz – $2bn
You likely remember Jami Gertz from Twister, The Lost Boys, Sixteen Candles, Less Than Zero, and Crossroads. She also appeared in small screen projects such as Still Standing and The Neighbors. Her husband is Antony Ressler, and they have entered many business ventures hand in hand.
Jami Gertz – $2bn
Oprah Winfrey – $3.2bn
Oprah Winfrey became highly successful thanks to her hard work, business skills, and a little luck. She owes much of her wealth to her talk show, which then made it possible for her to launch her network. She acts every now and then but only takes on the right roles.
Oprah Winfrey – $3.2bn
Steven Spielberg – $3.6bn
Steven Spielberg is another hotshot director. He is the person behind classic films such as Jaws, ET, and Super 8. Without a doubt, he has left a mark on the entertainment industry. It is a good thing his works are getting the recognition they deserve.
Steven Spielberg – $3.6bn
George Lucas – $5.4bn
George Lucas is the famous creator of Star Wars! However, his net worth grew exponentially when he sold the rights to Disney for $4 billion. That was how he made it to the top spot of the list! Apparently, he is also the co-creator of the Indiana Jones movies.
George Lucas – $5.4bn
Jenna Jameson – $10m
Jenna Jameson is an adult film actress who shot to fame during the ‘90s. Over the years, she starred in numerous movies, published several books, and directed a couple of movies herself. Although she has since retired, we bet no one will ever forget her legacy.
Jenna Jameson – $10m
Jim Carrey – $150 million
Jim Carrey is a comedic actor who has starred in funny movies such as Bruce Almighty, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber. However, the very same man can also do serious films like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, The Bad Batch, and the Number 23.
Jim Carrey – $150 million
Queen Elizabeth II – $485 million
Up next, we have someone who is not like the rest. Queen Elizabeth II is actual royalty, so this one should be a no-brainer! Although the Royal family has experienced financial upheavals in the past, the amount of money they had was never a modest one.
Queen Elizabeth II – $485 million
Bill Cosby – $400m
Bill Cosby is worth $400 million, apparently. Unfortunately for him, all the money in the world cannot save him from his fate. He came under the spotlight when many women came to accuse him of sexual misconduct. He has since been convicted on several of these charges. The world was shook, to say the least.
Bill Cosby – $400m
Stan Lee – $50 – 80 million
We bet you cannot think of a more famous comic book writer than the legendary Stan Lee! He deserves our thanks for the creation of our favorite Marvel heroes. His net worth is high, although it would have been even more impressive if he made the right business decisions. We were saddened to hear about his death on November 2018.
Stan Lee – $50 – 80 million
Lady Gaga – $300 million
Lady Gaga is a talented musician who recently starred in the critically-acclaimed film, A Star Is Born. She has come a long way since her early days! Her followers call themselves Little Monsters and are extremely devoted to this charming and talented woman. We love her!
Lady Gaga – $300 million