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Who is the richest actor in the world?
From iconic action stars to celebrated Oscar-winning performers, these world-renowned actors have impressive filmographies that have helped them earn their vast wealth.
We’ll cover the television shows and films that made them famous, as well as the entrepreneurial ventures that led to further financial success.
10. Kevin Hart
- Net Worth: $440 million
- Age: 44
- Famous for: “About Last Night”, “The 40-Year Old Virgin”, “The Secret Life of Pets”
The 10th most richest actor in the world as of 2023 is Kevin Hart. Hart has appeared in many hit movies, as well as earned millions through his popular live comedy tours. Combined with his box office gross for his filmography in the hundreds of millions of dollars, Hart lives a lavish lifestyle, with the star owning some of the most expensive sports cars in the world, including a Ferrari 488.
9. Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Net Worth: $450 million
- Age: 76
- Famous for: “The Terminator”, “Predator”, “The Expendables”
Arnold Schwarzenegger is a former bodybuilder and politician. He served as the 38th governor of California between 2003 and 2011 and is known as one of the two greatest bodybuilders of all time along with Ronnie Coleman. In addition to his many movie roles, Schwarzenegger has invested in bodybuilding products and has hosted the Arnold Strongman Classic awards each year.
8. Robert De Niro
- Net Worth: $500 million
- Age: 80
- Famous for: “Taxi Driver”, “Goodfellas”, “The Godfather Part II”
Known for his nine collaborations with filmmaker Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro is a renowned actor, and is the winner of two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. Having been in the industry since the 1970s, he is the 8th richest actor in the world as of 2023 and has a filmography of over 130 films.
7. George Clooney
- Net Worth: $550 million
- Age: 62
- Famous for: “Ocean’s Eleven”, “The Descendants”, “Fantastic Mr. Fox”
George Clooney makes number 7 as the richest actor in the world. The film and television actor has been the epitome of suaveness and classic Hollywood. He still appears in movies, but Clooney is also a co-founder of the popular American tequila company Casamigos. He’s won multiple awards, including four Golden Globe Awards, two Academy Awards, and has been honored the the AFI Lifetime Achievement Award. While he makes the richest actors list, he also has made it on Time’s Time 100 list. He’s also a United Nations Messenger of Peace.
6. Tom Cruise
- Net Worth: $600 million
- Age: 61
- Famous for: “Mission Impossible” film series, “Jerry Maguire”, “Eyes Wide Shut”
Tom Cruise is an American actor who needs no introduction. He remains one of the most recognizable faces on the planet, as well as one of the richest actors. Cruise has won many accolades, including has received three Golden Globe Awards and three Academy Award nominations.
5. Shah Rukh Khan
- Net Worth: $700 million
- Age: 57
- Famous for: “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai”, “Kal Ho Na Ho”, “Black Adam”, “Main Hoon Na”
Shah Rukh Khan, also known as SRK, is the King of Bollywood. He is an Indian actor who has a filmography of over 80 films. He has earned numerous accolades, including 14 Filmfare Awards and the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. SRK is well-known for his philanthropic work, which earned him the prestigious UNESCO Pyramide con Marni award in 2011. He is also one of the richest actors in India.
4. Dwayne Johnson
- Net Worth: $800 million
- Age: 51
- Famous for: “WWE Raw”, “Jumanji” film series, “Black Adam”, “Moana”
Dwayne Johnson, better known as The Rock, is a professional wrestler turned actor and entrepreneur who has a net worth of $800 million. It is estimated that The Rock’s net worth includes a 30-40% stake in Teremana Tequila, which is valued at a conservative estimate of $2 billion. This means that he could potentially make over $1 billion from the tequila company alone, surpassing his earnings from his entire entertainment career.
3. Jerry Seinfeld
- Net Worth: $950 million
- Age: 69
- Famous for: “Seinfeld”, “Bee Movie”, “Curb Your Enthusiasm”
Jerry Seinfeld’s acting career took a major turn when he played a fictionalized version of himself in the sitcom “Seinfeld”, which he created himself along with his friend Larry David. Seinfeld is the third richest actor in the world, with a net worth of $950 million. He has won twenty Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his television shows, and four Grammy Award nominations for his comedy albums.
2. Tyler Perry
- Net Worth: $1 billion
- Age: 53
- Famous for: “Madea” film series, “Gone Girl”, “Don’t Look Up”
One of the most successful actors in the world, Tyler Perry made it as the second most richest actor thanks to his work as an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. He most notably created and acted in the Madea film series. The production company alone has garnered him a place on the Times’ list of 100 Most Influential People.
1. Jami Gertz
- Net Worth: $3 billion
- Age: 57
- Famous for: “The Lost Boys”, “I Want You Back”, “Sixteen Candles”
Jami Gertz is a talented actress and philanthropist. Her impressive net worth of $3 billion has earned her the title of the wealthiest actor in the world. While she has had a successful career on her own, a significant portion of her wealth is attributed to her marriage to LA billionaire Tony Ressler.
Together, the couple co-own the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. According to Forbes, Gertz is the most generous celebrity, having given so much as part of the Ressler Gertz Foundation, including $1.7 million to the LA County Museum of Art and $400k to Cedar Sinai Medical Center.
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