Can You Guess How Much These Celebrities Are Worth?
Do you know who the most successful people on this planet are? Here is a list of people who managed to rise to the top of their profession, whichever it might be. You will find Hollywood stars, athletes, politicians, and authors here. Are you ready to find out how much they are worth?
John Heard – $3.5 million
John Heard made a name for himself as a film and TV actor. He has starred in films such as Home Alone and Big, though he has also worked on TV shows including The Sopranos, Miami Vice, Law and Order, and CSI: Miami. Tragically, the actor died in 2017.
John Heard – $3.5 million
Stacy Keibler – $4.5m
Stacy Keibler is a WWE female wrestler who has dipped her toes into acting and modeling before. She’s now retired from wrestling, though she has appeared on Dancing with the Stars and Samurai Girl. Aside from her personal achievements, she is also known for dating actor George Clooney.
Stacy Keibler – $4.5m
Torrie Wilson – $5m
WWE pro wrestler Torrie Wilson also has an impressive bank account! In case you did not know, the former actress and model also accepted the 1998 Miss Galaxy crown. Once upon a time, she was better known as Samantha who played in the World Championship Wrestling.
Torrie Wilson – $5m
Pamela Anderson – $5m
The actress will forever be known for her Baywatch performance, though many things have changed over the years. Nonetheless, we were all thrilled to watch Pamela Anderson in the reboot! These days, the actress is busy spending her days as a PETA activist.
Pamela Anderson – $5m
Milo Ventimiglia – $5m
We all know Milo Ventimiglia, right? He is best known for playing Jess Mariano in Gilmore Girls. More recently, he has made a name for himself as the male lead in This Is Us. If you want our honest opinion, he looks even better with age!
Milo Ventimiglia – $5m
Dog the Bounty Hunter – $6m
Dog the Bounty Hunter is best known for tracking down criminals, which is a fascinating adventure in itself. He spent 18 months inside a jail in the past. This is actually where he started learning about bounty hunting! He has one of the most fascinating jobs in the world.
Dog the Bounty Hunter – $6m
Alexis Bledel – $8m
Alexis Bledel has always been synonymous to the intelligent and gorgeous Rory Gilmore of Gilmore Girls. Since then, she has starred in productions like Tuck Everlasting, Post Grad, Sin City, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. How come she looks the same as ever?
Alexis Bledel – $8m
Nadya Suleman (Octomom) – $1 million
Nadya Suleman had a bit of financial trouble when she ran out of cash after publicity died down. Without a doubt, this was a difficult situation to be in. She even filed for bankruptcy in 2012. When she started fixing her public image, things started going better.
Nadya Suleman (Octomom) – $1 million
Robin Williams – $130m
Robin Williams spent a long time in the industry, though his fortune had to deal with two divorce settlements. He was close to bankruptcy when he died, though he first made sure to stow away $130 million for his kids to receive the moment they turned 21.
Robin Williams – $130m
Rachael Ray – $60m
Rachael Ray is one multi-talented woman. The businesswoman, cook, author, TV personality, and philanthropist created the ’30-Minute meals’ concept and taught people how to do it. She absolutely changed the way we view food, which was how she landed her cookbook and TV show offers.
Rachael Ray – $60m
Amber Heard – $9m
This blonde beauty might be best known for her divorce drama with her ex Johnny Depp, but she is also a great actress in her own right. She has starred in 3 Days to Kill, Drive Angry, Friday Night Lights, Never Back Down, and Pineapple Express.
Amber Heard – $9m
Melissa Rauch – $9m
You probably know Melissa Rauch for her portrayal of Dr. Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz. Apart from her work on The Big Bang Theory, she also starred in True Blood and The Office. It is also cool that she provided some voice acting in Ice Age: Collision Course.
Melissa Rauch – $9m
Sarah Hyland – $9m
Sarah Hyland is a young actress best known for appearing on the very popular sitcom, Modern Family. Apart from that, she has also starred in productions like Lipstick Jungle, All My Children, Law and Order: SUV, Date and Switch, Hot in Cleveland, and Spanglish in the past.
Sarah Hyland – $9m
Amanda Seyfried – $10m
Actress Amanda Seyfried is a multitalented lady who can sing just as well as she can act! Her talents are on full display in Les Miserables and Mamma Mia!. However, there is no way we can forget her performance in Mean Girls and Veronica Mars.
Amanda Seyfried – $10m
Tiger Woods – $740m
Who would have guessed there was serious money in golf? In fact, Tiger Woods is actually among the highest paid athletes ever. A huge portion of his net worth comes from event appearances and endorsements. Unfortunately, his cheating scandal led to his divorce from model Elin Nordegren.
Tiger Woods – $740m
Brett Favre – $100m
Brett Favre is a household name across the entire United States for a good reason. He also has numerous NFL records to his name, which makes perfect sense because this athlete did play in the NFL for 19 years, after all! We hope he is loving retirement.
Brett Favre – $100m
Megyn Kelly – $15m
Megyn Kelly is a political commentator, journalist, and news anchor. She made a name for herself when she began working for the Fox News Channel all the way back in 2004. In 2015, she decided to join NBC instead, much to the surprise of many viewers.
Megyn Kelly – $15m
Macaulay Culkin – $15m
Just like Chloe Grace Moretz, Macaulay Culkin also became a star when he was little. Apparently, he only got $100,000 for playing Kevin McCallister in Home Alone! We are glad to hear that they paid him a lot more than that for Home Alone 2.
Macaulay Culkin – $15m
Keith Lemon-$ 10 Million
Leigh Francs has become a comedic legend of some sort. His most popular and well-known caricature being Keith Lemon. He is also the creator of Channel 4’s Bo’ Selecta! Francs is and has made a name for himself since 2008 although he was actually discovered in the nineties, he was just a stand-up comedian then.
Keith Lemon
Bolo Yeung – $1.5 Million
At the age of 10, Bolo Yeung started training in martial arts. Now at the age of 72 he can look back at his vast success. He has worked with Bruce Lee and Jean-Claude Van Damme in movies like Enter the Dragon and Bloodsport, respectively. He’s now retired and living with a cozy $1.5 million.
Bolo Yeung 1.5 Million
Mandy Moore – $10m
Interestingly, Mandy Moore had her beginnings in the music industry. Her debut single was released in 1999, but it did not meet lots of success. On the other hand, she became a famous actress after appearing in The Princess Diaries, A Walk to Remember, and Because I Said So. You can watch her in This Is Us these days.
Mandy Moore – $10m
Lea Michele – $10m
Lea Michele is yet another lady who can act and sing very well! There is a good chance that you know her as Rachael in the high school musical sitcom, Glee, but she was acting on stage even before that. Recently, she appeared in Scream Queens.
Lea Michele – $10m
Amanda Bynes – $5m
Amanda Bynes has not had the most ideal couple of years. Once the Hollywood Teen Queen, she used to appear on The Amanda Show, All That, Hairspray, Easy A, What A Girl Whats, and Easy A. Let us hope the actress is doing better these days!
Amanda Bynes – $5m
Chloe Grace Moretz – $12m
Chloe Grace Moretz has not stopped acting since she was little. You might even recognize her from The Guardian. Can you believe that she was just 7 years old back then? As you can see, she has certainly come a long way from her early days.
Chloe Grace Moretz – $12m
Kid Rock – $80m
Kid Rock is an instrumentalist, actor, and music producer. He did not experience lots of success initially, but “Devil Without a Cause”, his sixth album, became an international success in 1998! It actually boasts of 13 million album sales. The rest, as they say, is history.
Kid Rock
Mike Tyson – $3m
Mike Tyson is a pro boxer with 20 years of experience to his name. True enough, his career did have its ups and downs He holds the record for the youngest boxer with a heavyweight title! At the height of his career, he was worth $300 million.
Mike Tyson
Elisabeth Shue – $12.5m
Actress Elisabeth Shue once played on all-boys sports teams. She also attended Harvard University as she juggled her blossoming acting career. This admirable woman has since appeared in Leaving Las Vegas, The Karate Kid, and the Back to the Future sequels.
Elisabeth Shue
Cher – $305m
Can you believe that Cher has been in the industry since the ‘60s? Despite this, she continues to be relevant to this day. The talented musician debuted with her then-husband Sonny Bono back in the day but became more successful when she launched a solo career. Neat.
Cher – $305m
Monica Lewinsky – $500 thousand
Everyone knows Monica Lewinsky because of her involvement with Bill Clinton. She became a household name in the United States during the ‘90s because of this. Her net worth increased thanks to the endorsements, book deal, and TV appearances. She used to design and sell bags as well.
Monica Lewinsky – $500 thousand
Ronda Rousey – $12m
Ronda Rousey is the first judoka to ever win the World Judo Championship. Aside from that, she also won during the 2008 Olympics and became the first female American participant to bring home a medal for judo. She is now into MMA and even coined a move known as ‘armbar’.
Ronda Rousey – $12m
Gigi Hadid – $13m
You will find Gigi Hadid just about anywhere. She has collaborated with top brands such as Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui, Tom Ford, Elie Saab, and Versace. This is barely scraping the surface of her partnerships! Now 25 years old, she has 5 years of experience to her name.
Gigi Hadid – $13m
Ray Rice – $14m
We bet that former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice made quite a fortune during his time in the league. However, everything changed for him when unsavory reports about him came to light. They quickly terminated him after he was charged with third-degree assault raps in 2014.
Ray Rice – $14m
Lauren Graham- $15m
Lauren Graham is the other half of the Gilmore Girls duo, of course. Did you watch the reboot of the TV show? She has barely aged! The actress has also worked on Bad Santa, Because I Said So, The Pacifier, Evan Almighty, Parenthood, and Sweet November.
Lauren Graham- $15m
Amy Schumer – $16m
Amy Schumer appeared in the movie Trainwreck and released her book The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo. We can already tell that this is only the beginning of a wonderful career. Who knows what this funny lady will cook up next for her fans?
Amy Schumer – $16m
Rosario Dawson – $16m
Rosario Dawson has worked on projects such as Sin City, Top Five, Rent, Clerks II, Kids, Men in Black II, and Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. If you consider yourself a Marvel fan, you might recognize this critically-acclaimed actress as Night Nurse!
Rosario Dawson – $16m
Lucy Liu – $16m
Lucy Liu got her big break when she played Ling Woo on Ally McBeal. She has since starred in a wide variety of projects, which includes Chicago, Charlie’s Angels, Kung-Fu Panda, and Kill Bill. She plays Joan Watson in the CBS police procedural Elementary these days.
Lucy Liu – $16m
Rebel Wilson – $16m
Rebel Wilson definitely knows how to make us laugh! If you have yet to be convinced, all you need to do is watch How To Be Single, Pitch Perfect, and Bridesmaids. We hope to see the talented Australian star in more projects in the future!
Rebel Wilson – $16m
Liam Hemsworth – $16m
Although he comes from an acting family, Liam first appeared in Hollywood when he starred in the film The Last Song with Miley Cyrus. They first met there and now they are married! Isn’t that sweet? He has also appeared in The Hunger Games and The Dressmaker.
Liam Hemsworth – $16m
Kristen Bell – $16m
Actress Kristen Bell first made a name for herself when she played the titular high school detective in Veronica Mars. She also starred in The Boss, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, You Again, and When In Rome. You can also catch her in NBC’s The Good Place.
Kristen Bell – $16m
Zac Efron – $18m
Zac Efron will always be synonymous to Troy Bolton in our hearts. However, a lot of things have changed his High School Musical days, that is for sure. Among other things, the former teenage heartthrob has also starred in New Year’s Eve and 17 Again.
Zac Efron – $18m
Kate Upton – $20m
Kate Upton made all of our jaws drop with her 2011 Sports Illustrated cover. It was so successful that she also appeared on the cover in 2012 and 2013! You will see more of this gorgeous model in the films The Other Woman and Tower Heist.
Kate Upton – $20m
Christian Slater – $20m
Christian Slater first made it big when he appeared in The Legend of Billie. You likely remember him for his work on The Name of the Rose and Heathers, however. True enough, he has a bit of a reputation in Hollywood, but this doesn’t change the fact that he was one of the biggest actors at the time.
Christian Slater – $20m
Chrissy Metz – $300,000
Another This Is Us star, Chrissy Metz also made it to the list! She bears many similarities to her character, as a matter of fact. The actress has had a difficult time despite the success, but we’re glad she continues to be a grounded and humble individual.
Chrissy Metz – $300,000
Carrie Fisher – $25m
We could not believe the news when we heard that Princess Leia AKA Carrie Fisher was gone. The actress primarily left her estate to Billie Lourd, her daughter. She was just 60 years old when she died. We miss her a lot, but we are glad for her legacy.
Carrie Fisher – $25m
Hilary Duff – $25m
Hilary Duff will always be synonymous to the sassy Lizzy McGuire to us! After all, this Disney show was a huge part of our childhoods. Although the former teen star also tried her hand at singing at some point, acting seems to be her real passion.
Hilary Duff – $25m
Stephanie McMahon – $25m
Stephanie McMahon is the child of the WWE Chief Executive Officer, so her passion for the stage makes perfect sense. It is natural that she went on to become a great wrestler herself. She prefers to work behind the camera as the Creative Vice President these days instead of performing on stage.
Stephanie McMahon – $25m
Colin Kaepernick – $25m
Colin Kaepernick was supposed to play baseball and even received an offer courtesy of the Chicago Cubs! However, he opted to focus on football and later played for the San Francisco 49ers. We’re a little jealous that he was good enough at two sports that he had the option of going pro at either.
Colin Kaepernick – $25m
The top Jersey Shore stars – $26m
Pauly D, JWoww Farley, and Snooki Polizzi became famous when they appeared in Jersey Shore. They are each worth $15 million, $5 million, and $6 million, respectively! They were once regulars on the red carpet, though they now spend most of their time raising their kids.
The top Jersey Shore stars – $26m
Vanessa Williams – $28m
Vanessa Williams made history when she won Miss America in 1984. Why? Well, she was actually the first African-American woman to do so. She resigned when Penthouse leaked unauthorized images of her, however. She went into music and acting later on. Maybe you even saw her in Soul Food, Desperate Housewives, and Ugly Betty.
Vanessa Williams – $28m
Emma Stone – $28m
Without a doubt, Emma Stone is a versatile star. Comedies and dramas, she can deliver a wonderful performance no matter where you cast her. We are willing to bet that you recognize her from The Amazing Spider-Man, Birdman, Easy A, The Help, and La La Land!
Emma Stone – $28m
Mila Kunis – $30m
Mila Kunis is a gorgeous and talented actress who is deserving of all the fame and more! Recently, she starred in Bad Moms alongside Kristen Bell and Christina Applegate. She has also seen success in her personal life. Her fans were all delighted when she and her former costar Ashton Kutcher.
Mila Kunis – $30m
Chris Pratt – $30m
It’s hard to believe that Chris Pratt is the same guy who appeared in Parks and Recreation. It only took him six months to shed off 60 pounds! He definitely looks like a superhero nowadays. But if you want our opinion, he liked him just fine as Andy Dwyer!
Chris Pratt – $30m
Chester Bennington – $30 million
Chester Bennington was both the lead singer and songwriter of Linkin Park, a band that made waves back in the early 2000s. The musician fought long-term depression until his death in 2017. Needless to say, a lot of people were saddened by his passing. Rest in peace, Chester.
Chester Bennington – $30 million
Demi Lovato – $30m
We are sure you know who she is, but we bet you did not know that Demi Lovato actually started out in Barney & Friends! However, she became more famous after starring in Camp Rock and working as an X Factor mentor. Make sure to give her music a listen!
Demi Lovato – $30m
Ryan Gosling – $30m
Ryan Gosling first impressed us when he played Noah in The Notebook. Many were thrilled when he and costar Rachael McAdams started going out, though they eventually called it quits. At the moment, he is engaged to Eva Mendes, the mother of his two kids.
Ryan Gosling – $30m
Chelsea Clinton – $30m
Surely, you are familiar with the former first daughter Chelsea Clinton? The only child of Bill and Hillary Clinton is married to Marc Mezvinsky. Together, they have a jaw-dropping net worth amounting to $30 million. He works in hedge funding, which accounts for their wealth.
Chelsea Clinton – $30m
Louis C.K. – $31m
He might not look like it, but Louis C.K. is actually a multimillionaire. You know what they say – do not judge a book by its cover. Although he looks like a regular guy, this funny guy has made a huge fortune thanks to his television work and stand-up comedy.
Louis C.K. – $31m
Ellen Pompeo – $35m
Ellen Pompeo stars in the long-running drama Grey’s Anatomy, which explains her fortune. After all, she received $300,000 per episode at the beginning of the show! Don’t you wish you get paid that much for every single day you work? That must be the dream.
Ellen Pompeo – $35m
George Romero – $35m
George Romero is considered the father of zombie films, which is a title he absolutely deserves. After all, he did bring us classics like Dawn of the Dead, Day of the Dead, and Night of the Living Dead. It was a tragic day when he passed away in 2017.
George Romero – $35m
Dan Marino – $35m
In 2005, Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. Not a lot of people can say the same thing for themselves! Without a doubt, he is a talented athlete. These days, he spends his days with his wife and six kids in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Dan Marino – $35m
Ariana Grande – $35m
Ariana Grande might be an incredibly famous singer with a huge fanbase, but we bet you did not know she started out on Broadway! Yes, she performed on stage before she became known as Cat Valentine. She played the same character for the entire four-season run of the show Victorious.
Ariana Grande – $35m
Joel Osteen – $40m
Joel Osteen is an author, televangelist, and international sensation. He’s definitely not like the rest here. We bet you had no idea a pastor was going to have a spot on this list. His book sales make up the bulk of his wealth. You will be amazed to learn that he was once scared of public speaking.
Joel Osteen – $40m
Susan Boyle – $40m
Susan Boyle has an inspirational story that will touch the hearts of everyone. The songstress used to work in a kitchen before she impressed everyone on Britain’s Got Talent with her rendition of “I Dreamed A Dream” back in 2009. What an inspiring rags-to-riches tale!
Susan Boyle – $40m
Kaley Cuoco – $45m
Kaley Cuoco allegedly makes $1 million for each episode of The Big Bang Theory! Whoa, that amount is exponentially more than our daily wages. The show is now coming to a close, but we bet she has enough money for the rest of her life. She used to date her onscreen boyfriend Johnny Galecki. The actress was also briefly married to Ryan Sweeting.
Kaley Cuoco – $45m
Alyssa Milano – $45m
Actress Alyssa Milano is best known for starring in the TV program, Who’s The Boss. That is not the only time you saw her on the small screen, however. You might also recognize the star for her work on Melrose Place, Mistresses, and Charmed.
Alyssa Milano – $45m
Selena Gomez – $45m
Selena Gomez, like Demi Lovato, got her start on Barney & Friends. She continued acting and became the star of Wizards of Waverly Place. During her time on the Disney show, she got $30,000 for each episode. She now enjoys a successful music career.
Selena Gomez – $45m
Judge Judy- $47m
Can you believe that Judge Judy makes about $6 million each year? We know, we are impressed and jealous as well. Nonetheless, it makes perfect sense since the show has been going on since 1996. After all, her television program remains completely relevant to this day.
Judge Judy- $47m
Melissa McCarthy – $50m
Do you remember Sookie from Gilmore Girls? If so, there is no way you have forgotten about Melissa McCarthy. The actress has also worked on Bridesmaids, Tammy, and Spy in the past. We have always loved her, but her recent weight loss is commendable!
Melissa McCarthy – $50m
Hugh Hefner – $50m
Hugh Hefner was once worth $200 million, but the figure went down after Playboy sales dropped. Despite the ups and downs he experienced in life, we bet he was happy with the way things turned out. He died with a net worth of $50 million, which is not bad at all.
Hugh Hefner – $50m
Johnny Galecki – $50m
Johnny Galecki also made $1 million per episode of The Big Bang Theory. Not many people know that he is nowhere near as geeky as the character he plays on the show. His list of works also includes I Know What You Did Last Summer and Vanilla Sky.
Johnny Galecki – $50m
Jeremy Clarkson – $55m
Jeremy Clarkson made a name for himself when he started hosting Top Gear. His assets include a lighthouse, an Oxfordshire home, and eight luxury cars. If we had the same amount of money in our bank accounts, we would definitely be following in his footsteps.
Jeremy Clarkson – $55m
Natalie Portman – $60m
Natalie Portman has not stopped acting since her debut in Leon: The Professional! She continues to wow all of us year after year since then. She is one of the most famous actresses in the world! She tied the knot with Benjamin Millepied in 2012. They are blessed with two children.
Natalie Portman – $60m
Adam Levine – $60m
The Maroon 5 singer and The Voice mentor is now married to the model Behati Prinsloo. He was once a bit of a player, but he has settled down the moment he found his true love. Aside from his music career, he was also a mentor on The Voice.
Adam Levine – $60m
Britney Spears – $63m
Britney Spears made her debut in the Mickey Mouse Club. It has been a long time since then, so we don’t blame you if you don’t remember that. The singer has since gone through many ups and downs, though we’re glad that she is now doing very well!
Britney Spears – $63m
Jennifer Garner – $65m
Jennifer Garner has been in show business for more than two decades now. She has definitely come far from her early days in Zoya. She still looks amazing as ever, and her acting chops have not gone rusty at all. She hasn’t shown any signs of quitting just yet!
Jennifer Garner – $65m
Emma Watson – $70m
Emma Watson is definitely a good role model for people of all ages! When Harry Potter ended, she continued to make a name for herself in the biz. She even bagged the role of Belle in Beauty and the Beast! We also admire her for being an outspoken feminist.
Emma Watson – $70m
Kim Cattrall – $75m
Kim Cattrall made a name for herself when she played Samantha Jones in Sex and the City. It was a role for which she won a prestigious Golden Globe award. The actress has been married three times in the past. If you are interested, check out her tell-all book!
Kim Cattrall – $75m
Kelly Ripa – $75m
Kelly Ripa debuted in All My Children, but only made it big in Live with Regis and Kathie! When she entered the scene and joined the team, they renamed the show to Live with Kelly. We are impressed by her annual salary of $20 million.
Kelly Ripa – $75m
Larry the Cable Guy – $80m
Larry the Cable Guy is a successful comedic actor and country singer. That’s not his real name, of course. It is actually Daniel Lawrence Whitney. He is an incredibly versatile comedian and country singer. He exchanged vows with Cara Whitney in 2005. The couple has two kids together.
Larry the Cable Guy – $80m
Tim Allen – $80m
Tim Allen starred in ABC’s Home Improvement in the ‘90s. Needless to say, this was how he became the most recognized ‘handyman’ in the country back then! Aside from that, the actor also provided the voice of Buzz Lightyear and worked on Last Man Standing.
Tim Allen – $80m
Bill O’Reilly – $85m
There is a good chance you recall Bill O’Reilly as the host of The O’Reilly Factor. The journalist and political commentator began working in the industry during the ‘80s. He used to work at WNEP-TV as well. We bet his fifteen books have also contributed to his impressive net worth.
Bill O’Reilly – $85m
Reba McEntire – $95m
This country singer-songwriter is considered the ‘Queen of Country’, a title we find absolutely fitting. She stepped into the scene after signing a deal with Mercury Records in 1975. She now has more than 80 million records sold! It’s also interesting to learn that her stepson is the husband of Kelly Clarkson.
Reba McEntire – $95m
Howard Stern – $95m
Howard Stern made a name for himself with his radio program, The Howard Stern Show. We bet he is incredibly proud of himself. After all, he always wanted to be a radio star! During the height of its popularity, there were 20 million people tuning in to the morning show.
Howard Stern – $95m
Jeff Foxworthy – $100m
This comedian is the star of The Jeff Foxworthy Show and member of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour. His life could have been completely different. He enrolled at Georgia Tech as a young man but did not complete his studies. He also worked at IBM! We’re glad he found out how good he was at comedy along the way.
Jeff Foxworthy – $100m
Caitlyn Jenner – $100m
Her career as an athlete must have contributed to her net worth, but we are sure the publicity Caitlyn Jenner got after the gender change also increased it further. You might be surprised to hear that she is $20 million richer than Kris Jenner! Nonetheless, their kids are now making their marks in the biz.
Caitlyn Jenner – $100m
Bradley Cooper – $100m
Bradley Cooper is best known as the handsome star of The Hangover movies. Not only is he easy on the eyes, but he is also talented, funny, and rich! What else could you ask for? Apart from his work on the big screen, he also earned a lot of money from endorsement deals.
Bradley Cooper – $100m
Jesse James – $100m
You probably know Jesse James from for his impressive bike empire! He has been working at it for a decade now, so he deserves the recognition. He has also dabbled in the restaurant, publication, fashion, and entertainment industries in the past. Monster Garage even became the highest paid show on Discovery Channel.
Jesse James – $100m
Bill & Hillary Clinton – $110m
Now that we have talked about their daughter earlier, it is time to talk about this political power couple. During the ‘90s, Bill and Hillary Clinton made serious money from consulting, speaking, and writing gigs. You would be wrong if you think the scandal lead to financial damage! Quite the opposite, in fact.
Bill & Hillary Clinton – $110m
Roger Moore – $110 million
Not only was he James Bond, but he was also a charitable guy. He portrayed the agent from 1973 until 1985, but many people are unaware that he was a philanthropist who worked with the likes of UNICEF and PETA in the past. Tragically, he passed away in 2017.
Roger Moore – $110 million
Angelina Jolie – $160m
Unless you have been living under a rock, you likely remember her. Angelina Jolie is another veteran in show business, but we will always think of her as Lara Croft. She is now serving as a UN Goodwill Ambassador. What a great role model for people of all ages!
Angelina Jolie – $160m
Gordon Ramsay- $160m
Gordon Ramsay is famous for his reality TV shows, his feisty personality, and his top-rated restaurants. We are sure you are at least familiar with Master Chef, Hell’s Kitchen, and Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. Although he has a bit of a reputation for running his mouth, he actually treats the kids on the show kindly!
Gordon Ramsay- $160m
John Travolta – $170m
It’s impressive that John Travolta has been in the industry for 4 decades now. You probably remember him for his work on classic films like The Face Off and Grease. It’s easy to see how he paid for that private plane! We are honestly a little jealous.
John Travolta – $170m
Julia Roberts – $170m
Julia Roberts sure has a gorgeous smile. We bet no one was surprised when she climbed to the top of the Hollywood scene right away. Apparently, the actress is rather picky about her roles, though she can certainly afford to be particular about the gigs she takes on.
Julia Roberts – $170m
Christopher Nolan – $180m
Chris Nolan is a talented filmmaker who continues to amaze us with the movies he makes. We are glad to hear that he has achieved the level of wealth and recognition he did. After all, his Batman trilogy completely changed the game for superhero movies.
Christopher Nolan – $180m
Denzel Washington – $200m
This award-winning actor became a household name thanks to his gorgeous smile and acting skills. Denzel Washington has worked on a lot of films over the years. His acting credits include American Gangster, Malcolm X, Remember The Titans, and Training Day. This is nowhere near to being complete, of course.
Denzel Washington – $200m
Wayne Gretzky – $200m
We were glad to hear that Wayne Gretzky has been inducted into the NHL Hall of Fame. He definitely deserves it when you consider how he played two seasons in the NHL. Over the course of his career, he played for the Los Angeles Kings, the Edmonton Oilers, the St. Louis Blues, and the New York Rangers.
Wayne Gretzky – $200m
Sandra Bullock – $200m
Sandra Bullock is an Academy Award winner who has starred in The Heat, Practical Magic, While You Were Sleeping, Two Weeks Notice, and Miss Congeniality. The actress continues to slay it in the entertainment industry to this day, and we are forever rooting for this talented woman!
Sandra Bullock – $200m
Robert De Niro – $200m
Robert De Niro is considered a senior citizen now, yet he continues to act year after year! How impressive is that? You have probably seen him in American Hustle, The Intern, Dirty Grandpa, Silver Linings Playbook, and Last Vegas. When you got it, you got it.
Robert De Niro – $200m
Harrison Ford – $210m
Did you really think we were going to conclude the list without mentioning the person who played both Indy and Hans Solo? Although Harrison Ford has always been a big star, we are sure the new Star Wars film only boosted his already impressive wealth.
Harrison Ford – $210m
Robert Downey Jr. – $220m
While Iron Man is perfect for Robert Downey Jr., he has starred in plenty of other projects in the past. They are all worth mentioning here too: Sherlock Holmes, Tropic Thunder, The Avengers, and Zodiac. Despite his impressive filmography, we are most impressed by his personal growth.
Robert Downey Jr. – $220m
Mark Wahlberg – $225m
Can you believe that Mark Wahlberg actually got his start as a boy band member and underwear model in the past? Whoa. The actor and producer definitely underwent a huge career change. He is best known for starring in Ted, The Departed, Transformers, and The Fighter.
Mark Wahlberg – $225m
Leonardo DiCaprio – $245m
We bet you were thrilled when Leonardo DiCaprio finally won an Academy Award! We certainly were. We still believe that he should have won for his previous works like Blood Diamond, Titanic, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, and The Revenant. Nonetheless, we’ll take what we can!
Leonardo DiCaprio – $245m
Peter Sallis – $245m
If you always wanted to know who voiced Wallace in the Wallace & Gromit films, we have your back! As a clue, it was the same person who played Norman Clegg in The Last of the Summer Wine. Unfortunately, Peter Sallis passed away in 2017.
Peter Sallis – $245m
George Clooney – $250m
We all know who George Clooney is, but are you aware that he made his debut on ER? It’s true, though many of his works have far surpassed it in terms of influence. Aside from acting, he is also a producer as well as an activist for human rights and the environment.
George Clooney – $250m
Will Smith – $260m
Will Smith first made it big as the Fresh Prince, but he has since come a long way from then. You will be hard-pressed to find someone as funny and charming as him. In the past, he has starred in Wild Wild West, I Am Legend, Bad Boys, Suicide Squad, Hancock, Ali, Men in Black, and Hitch.
Will Smith – $260m
Sean Connery – $300m
Can you believe that this talented actor was a milkman before? Sean Connery has since won an Oscar and received a knighthood. His rags-to-riches story is all the proof we need that sometimes, all it takes is hard work to come a long, long way.
Sean Connery – $300m
Bjorn Ulvaeus – $300m
Bjorn is an ABBA co-founder, but we don’t think they had any idea how big the band was going to be! However, he does not get all of his earnings from the legendary musical group. Among other things, he composes songs and produced Mamma Mia!
Bjorn Ulvaeus – $300m
Jackie Chan – $300m
Martial artist and comedic actor Jackie Chan is certainly one of a kind! He continues to act to this day, but we are not surprised. You will rarely someone so talented at both martial arts and making people laugh. His breakthrough was in 1988, but he remains active to this day.
Jackie Chan – $300m
Bruce Springsteen – $300m
Bruce “The Boss” Springsteen is a talented and multi-awarded musician who made his breakthrough in the ‘70s. He actually made his debut in the ‘60s, but he had to work a little before he got some attention. He has since raked in an Oscar, Golden Globes, and Grammys. If you ask us, those wins went to the right man!
Bruce Springsteen – $300m
Keanu Reeves – $350m
It seems like Keanu Reeves can do everything from action flicks to romantic comedies! You probably know him from Constantine, Speed, and The Matrix. If you are a dedicated fan, you probably also saw him in The Whole Truth, Something’s Gotta Give, and The Neon Demon.
Keanu Reeves – $350m
Jessica Alba – $350m
Jessica Alba earned a lot of money from acting. After all, she has been acting since the tender age of 13! Can you imagine working at such a young age? Nonetheless, it worked out well for her since she now has a net worth of $350 million.
Jessica Alba – $350m
Taylor Swift – $360m
You must be living under a rock if you do not know who Taylor Swift is! How can we forget about her hit songs like Shake It Off, Bad Blood, and Our Song? She also dabbled in acting before with minor parts in projects like Valentine’s Day and The Giver.
Taylor Swift – $360m
Clint Eastwood – $375m
Although Clint Eastwood began as an actor, he later focused on becoming a producer and director instead. As a matter of fact, he has many awards to his name for his works! Among other things, he is the person behind Million Dollar Baby, Letters from Iwo Jima, Unforgiven, and American Sniper.
Clint Eastwood – $375m
Sylvester Stallone – $400m
Actor Sylvester Stallone became a household name when he starred in films like Rambo and Rocky. Isn’t it rather ironic that he was once a boxing promoter? When it comes to his personal life, he has been thrice married. Luckily, he and Jennifer Flavin seem to be doing well.
Sylvester Stallone – $400m
Johnny Depp – $400m
Johnny Depp is another Hollywood veteran that we are sure you know of. He is best known for his off-kilter roles in movies like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Chocolat, Edward Scissorhands, Nightmare on Elm Street, Alice in Wonderland, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Sleepy Hollow.
Johnny Depp – $400m
Jack Nicholson $400m
Jack Nicholson sure knows how to act! Among other projects, the talented actor has appeared in The Shining, The Departed, and Batman. You might have also seen him in The Bucket List, A Few Good Men, Something’s Gotta Give, Mars Attacks, and The Witches of Eastwick.
Jack Nicholson $400m
Mel Gibson – $425m
True enough, Mel Gibson is not the most popular [person in the industry, though he is a very wealthy person. Did you know he funded Passion of Christ on his own? He is most recognizable for starring in The Patriot, Lethal Weapon, What Women Want, and Braveheart.
Mel Gibson – $425m
Peter Jackson – $450m
Peter Jackson is the man responsible for bringing the wonderful Lord of the Rings trilogy to life. He is also in charge of The Hobbit adaptions, which are also successful. Among other things, the filmmaker has taken home a Golden Globe, three Oscars, and four BAFTAs.
Peter Jackson – $450m
Victoria Beckham – $450m
Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham made a lot of money as a businesswoman and fashion designer. We bet she also made a huge amount of money as a member of the Spice Girls, but she has her business savvy to thank for growing her huge wealth!
Victoria Beckham – $450m
Beyoncé Knowles – $450m
Beyonce first made a name for herself when she was with Destiny’s Child. However, her career rose to new heights when she left and went solo. She is married to her fellow musician, Jay Z. Can you just imagine how much money the couple has between them?
Beyoncé Knowles – $450m
James Patterson – $470m
Bestselling author James Patterson has written a lot of books over the years, some of which have been made into films and TV shows! Some of his works that have received the Hollywood treatment are 1st to Die, Along Came a Spider, Cross, Kiss the Girls, Women’s Murder Club, and Zoo.
James Patterson – $470m
Rush Limbaugh – $470m
The conservative Rush Limbaugh is a radio host and political commentator best known for the controversial radio program called The Rush Limbaugh Show. He has never been one to shy away from expressing his conservative opinions. He currently lives in Palm Beach, Florida with his wife.
Rush Limbaugh – $470m
Coldplay – $475m
Formed in 1996, Coldplay is a British rock band made up of Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Will Champion, and Johnny Buckland. They have seven albums and many tours under their belt, some of which you must be familiar with. Can you imagine what would have happened if they stuck with the name Pectoralz and Starfish?
Coldplay – $475m
Tom Cruise – $500m
Tom Cruise is such a popular actor they dubbed him Mr. Reliable. Any movie he’s in will always be a hit, apparently. It must be a lot of pressure but an incredible honor at the same time. You have likely seen him in Jack Reacher, Jerry McGuire, Top Gun, Eyes Wide Shut, Mission Impossible, Minority Report, and The Last Samurai.
Tom Cruise – $500m
Elton John – $500m
Elton John might have reached his peak during the ‘70s, but he is still relevant now. Not many artists can brag that they have won five Grammys, five Brit Awards, a Tony, an Oscar, and a Golden Globe! The critically-acclaimed performer has also put in a lot of effort to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS.
Elton John – $500m
Mariah Carey – $520m
No one has worked harder than Mariah Carey in the biz, so we daresay that she deserves all the fruits of her labor! Honestly, can you blame people who continue to buy her records? This is one diva who knows how to sing and distinguish herself from the crowd!
Mariah Carey – $520m
Shah Rukh Khan – $600m
Shah Rukh Khan has appeared in 80 films and won various awards over the years. He is actually the highest grossing Indian actor in history, so the title of ‘King of Bollywood’ certainly fits him. He and his wife Gauri have been blessed with three kids.
Shah Rukh Khan – $600m
Chuck Lorre – $600m
Chuck Lorre is the brains behind the TV shows Two and a Half Men and The Big Bang Theory. Are you curious about how someone of this stature functions on a daily basis? Here was what we said before: “I am wired on some deep level to seek out something to be worried and obsess about.”
Chuck Lorre – $600m
Celine Dion – $630m
Celine Dion has earned a fortune thanks to her MGM Grand Vegas deal and impressive album sales. However, it seems like nothing will ever top her achievement with the Titanic OST. Don’t forget about her other albums: Let’s Talk About Love, Taking Chances, Miracle, A New Day Has Come, and One Heart.
Celine Dion – $630m
Dr. Dre – $700m
Dr. Dre discovered Eminem, launched NWA Records, and made Beats By Dre. Not only that, but he also tried his hand at acting! Have you seen his biographical movie, Straight Outta Compton? If you said ‘no’, you should get to it as soon as possible!
Dr. Dre – $700m
James Cameron – $700m
Did you love Titanic and Avatar? James Cameron is the person you have to thank for these brilliant movies! These award-winning films are some of the most popular films of the modern age. Aside from his work on the big screen, he is a philanthropist and environmentalist as well.
James Cameron – $700m
Jay-Z – $700m
The rapper and music producer is called the Godfather of Rap, which is fitting for his experience in the biz! He is yet another versatile musician. Not only is he Beyonce’s husband, but he also works as a film producer. Recently, he worked on Annie.
Jay-Z – $700m
P Diddy – $760m
Sean Combs AKA P Diddy made a lot of money from his film, alcohol, and music businesses. Neat. He certainly sounds like a business savvy guy! Don’t worry if you have not seen him in the news lately. Rest assured, he is doing well and his $760 million is intact.
P Diddy – $760m
Madonna – $800m
She is extraordinarily talented, so we’re not surprised to find the Princess and Queen of Pop on the list. What other musician can claim they were both the Princess and Queen of the same genre? Madonna is definitely something else. She is the mother of three children: Lourdes, Rocco, and David.
Madonna – $800m
U2 – $838m
U2 is an Irish band composed of Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Lary Mullen Jr. We bet that introduction was completely unnecessary. Who doesn’t know these legendary men? After all, it has been nearly forty years and $800 million since they formed the band in 1976.
U2 – $838m
Jerry Bruckheimer – $850m
Hollywood movie producer Jerry Bruckheimer has so much money because he has worked on some of the most popular projects in the industry! If you need specific examples, here they are: Armageddon, Con Air, Black Hawk Down, Beverly Hills Cop, Top Gun, and Pearl Harbor. Impressive, huh?
Jerry Bruckheimer – $850m
J.K. Rowling – $1bn
Can you believe J.K. Rowling was once on welfare? Whoa. Her tale is a true rags-to-riches story worthy of our admiration. Aspiring writers, do not give up on your dreams no matter how bleak things might seem right now! If she could become a billionaire, so could you.
J.K. Rowling – $1bn
Paul McCartney – $1.2bn
Although Paul McCartney rarely performs now, we will forever be thankful for his musical legacy. Even when the Beatles broke up, this talented musician continued to make music on his own. Apart from his music career, he appeared in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.
Paul McCartney – $1.2bn
Andrew Lloyd Webber – $1.2bn
Hands down, Andrew Lloyd Webber is the most successful composer on the planet right now. His musicals are some of the most famous in the world! After all, Phantom of the Opera is the longest-running Broadway show ever, while Cats is in the 4th spot.
Andrew Lloyd Webber – $1.2bn
Jami Gertz – $2bn
Actress Jami Gertz is best known for starring in The Lost Boys, Sixteen Candles, Less Than Zero, and Twister. Perhaps you also saw her in Quicksilver and Crossroads! Her husband is none other than the businessman Antony Ressler, with whom she runs numerous successful businesses.
Jami Gertz – $2bn
Oprah Winfrey – $3.2bn
Oprah Winfrey became the woman she now is through business savvy, hard work, and a little luck. Her talk show was incredibly successful and even helped her launch her own network. She occasionally acts as well, though she only accepts when she is given the right role.
Oprah Winfrey – $3.2bn
Steven Spielberg – $3.6bn
Steven Spielberg made a lot of money with his movies like Super 8, Jaws, and ET. Aside from the fortune he must have made, his works are all critically-acclaimed. It’s a good thing his works have received rightful recognition! Let us hope he never stops making films.
Steven Spielberg – $3.6bn
George Lucas – $5.4bn
George Lucas is the creator of Star Wars, so many of us owe our childhoods to this man. He must have earned a lot of money over the years, but we doubt anything would top the cool $4 billion he earned after selling it to Disney.
George Lucas – $5.4bn
Jenna Jameson – $10m
Jenna Jameson used to be the most famous adult film star of the ‘90s. Over the years, she has starred in numerous films, directed a couple, and even published several books. She is now retired, but her legacy lives on. She is certainly a legendary woman!
Jenna Jameson – $10m
Jim Carrey – $150 million
Jim Carrey might be better known as a comedic actor, but it would be a disservice to ignore the range he has displayed. Let us not forget that he has shown us that he is a versatile actor when he starred in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind in the past!
Jim Carrey – $150 million
Queen Elizabeth II – $485 million
The Queen might have experienced some financial ups and downs in the past, but her net worth has always been an impressive amount. The Royal Family is not only one of the most recognized families in the world, but it is also among the wealthiest.
Queen Elizabeth II – $485 million
Bill Cosby – $400m
The Cosby Show actor might have $400 million to his name, but he has been convicted of dozens of sexual assault charges. Yikes. During the well-publicized trial, he was shocked to learn that the star has a long history of abusing women, but it was the truth.
Bill Cosby – $400m
Stan Lee – $50 – 80 million
Stan Lee must be the most successful comic book writer in history. Are you wondering why his net worth is not as high as it could have been? Well, he apparently made bad monetary decisions before. We are deeply grateful that he created our beloved Marvel characters. He passed away on November 12, 2018.
Stan Lee – $50 – 80 million
Lady Gaga – $300 million
Lady Gaga is simply one of the most talented and innovative people in the entertainment industry right now. The musician has dabbled in acting as well – just take a look at her performance in A Star Is Born. We bet her net worth will go up some more in the future!
Lady Gaga – $300 million