Top 50 Richest Actors In The World [2024]

 

There is no denying that the public is invariably drawn to the glitz and glamor of the entertainment industry. It’s not only because the people who work in the movies do their best to churn out path-breaking motion pictures as a medium of entertainment for us but also because they make an insane amount of money doing the same.

 

Even though the masses are well and truly aware of the fact that pop stars also make a ton of money, they are somehow of the opinion that celebrities from the world of cinema must be the highest-paid ones.

 

Indeed, some of the most popular cine stars in the world are worth billions of dollars.

 

That said, it is imperative to mention that the performers included in our write-up today are not here solely because of the net income generated through their multiple filmmaking endeavors.

 

As you’d have guessed, many of them have been super smart with their money and have invested in several other businesses over time.

 

So, before we start with our story, allow us to first make it clear that our rankings have got little to do with the actual popularity of these movie stars, and are, in fact, solely based on their net worth at present.

 

 

 

1. Jerry Seinfeld (Net worth: 1 billion USD)

 

 

Jerry Seinfeld is a popular comedian who made his screen debut as an actor on the television show ‘Benson’ in 1980. Also a writer and producer, he has appeared in several television shows and feature films throughout his career.

 

The man is best known for co-creating the immensely loved American sitcom ‘Seinfeld’ along with Larry David, in which he was seen portraying a semi-fictionalized version of himself. It is reported that he was receiving at least $1 million per episode towards the end of the show.

 

Seinfeld, who has also been a part of television shows such as ‘Louie’ and ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’, specializes in observational comedy and has been named the 12th-greatest stand-up comedian of all time by Comedy Central.

 

While he is not seen on the screen so often anymore, he is known to have co-produced, co-written, and starred in the 2007 flick Bee Movie. Not only that but he also premiered a reality program called The Marriage Ref in 2010. It ran for two seasons on NBC.

 

 

 

2. Tyler Perry (Net worth: 1 billion USD)

 

 

 

Tyler Perry, who was born Emmitt Perry Jr., is an Afro-American actor who also continues to contribute to the film industry as a producer, director, and writer.

 

Called the highest-paid man in all of entertainment by Forbes, he is credited with creating and performing the character of a tough elderly woman called Madea.

 

Since he resorts to using unorthodox techniques to make movies, several of his stage-play projects have been turned into mainstream motion pictures due to their eccentricity.

 

While he has written, directed, and produced a ton of movies, he has also gone on to appear in several projects as an actor. That said, it is said that the combined worth of Tyler’s films and shows exceeds $660 million, in addition to his net worth of about $1 billion.

 

In 2020, the man was included on Time magazine’s list of one of the 100 most influential people in the world. He was also inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.

 

 

 

3. Dwayne Johnson (Net worth: 800 million USD)

 

 

Even though Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson made his film debut with ‘The Mummy Returns’, he was previously seen in an episode of the immensely successful sitcom ‘That ’70s Show.’

 

One of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, he was an in-ring performer for the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) for eight solid years before making his much-awaited debut as an actor.

 

One of the highest-paid actors in the world, feature films starring Johnson have grossed over $3.5 billion in North America and more than $10.5 billion at the global box office.

 

Aside from being a big-screen superstar and a competent professional wrestler, the ‘Black Adam’ actor is also a businessman. He has appeared in some well-known movies such as ‘Rampage’, ‘The Scorpion King’, ‘Fast Five’, and ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’.

 

That being said, the man has also produced and starred in the HBO comedy-drama series Ballers, as well as the autobiographical sitcom Young Rock. In both 2016 and 2019, the ‘Black Adam’ star was included in Time magazine’s list of one of the most influential people in the world. 

 

 

 

4. Shah Rukh Khan (Net worth: 690 million USD)

 

 

 

Shah Rukh Khan, who made his screen debut on the television show ‘Fauji’ in 1989, is best known for his romantic movies in his home country.

 

Also a smart businessman, he has gone on to topline romantic hits such as ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, ‘Kabhie Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘Veer Zaara’, and ‘DDLJ’ over the years.

 

The star owns the Red Chillies production house, which is one of the better-known film production houses in India.

 

Even though Khan was battling a rather dull phase at the box office for over 8 years, he made a comeback of sorts with films like ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Jawan’, which went on to become two of the biggest commercial grossers of his career

 

That being said, the man has enough side businesses and investments to compensate for the losses faced by his motion pictures in the bygone decade. Add to that the fact that his PR team continues to be aggressive both on and off of social media to keep him in the news at all times.

 

One such endeavor that helps Shah Rukh stay in the limelight is the fact that he happens to be the co-owner of the popular Indian Premier League Cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

 

 

5. Tom Cruise (Net worth: 620 million USD)

 

 

 

Thomas Cruise Mapother IV, popularly known as Tom Cruise, is one of the highest-paid actors in the world despite having been a part of the entertainment industry for over three decades.

 

Among the numerous accolades that he has received are three precious Golden Globe Awards. In addition, the superstar has been nominated for three Academy Awards and a British Academy Film Award.

 

Arguably the most popular movie star in the world, he is known for movies such as ‘Top Gun’, ‘Vanilla Sky’, ‘Minority Report’, ‘Risky Business’, ‘Magnolia’, and the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series.

 

His feature films have reportedly grossed over $4 billion in North America and over $11.5 billion at the global box office to date.

 

These numbers make him one of the biggest box office stars in the history of motion pictures. Therefore, it is imperative to mention that Cruise delivered the highest-grossing movie of his career, ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, at the age of almost 60.

 

 

6. Jackie Chan (Net worth: 520 million USD)

 

 

Born as Chan Kong-san, Jackie Chan is one of the most popular film stars in the world. Aside from being a loved actor, he is also a martial artist, director, producer, and stunt performer par excellence.

 

He has been working as an actor from the tender age of five and commands a huge fan following worldwide. The references to his name are omnipresent in a number of cartoons, popular music videos, video games, and feature films.

 

Immensely popular for his comic timing and stunts, the ‘Rush Hour’ star has worked in over 150 feature films and is easily one of the biggest action stars in the whole wide world.

 

Needless to say, Chan’s contribution to cinema has helped him receive fame stars on both the Hong Kong Avenue of Stars and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

 

 

7. George Clooney (Net worth: 500 million USD)

 

 

 

George Timothy Clooney is an actor, director, producer, and screenwriter who has been a part of thirteen motion pictures that have gone on to amass over $200 million at the worldwide box office.

 

This award-winning performer is also a recipient of two Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards.

 

The suave actor is best known for feature films such as ‘Batman & Robin’, ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’, ‘Ocean’s Eleven’, ‘Three Kings’, ‘The Descendants’, ‘Syriana’, and ‘The Perfect Storm’.

 

 

8. Robert De Niro (Net worth: 500 million USD)

 

 

 

Robert De Niro is among the greatest American actors of all time. Known for his collaborations with ace director Martin Scorsese, he has won numerous awards.

 

He has been a recipient of two Academy Awards, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, and a Golden Globe Award, respectively.

 

Not only that but he has also received the Kennedy Center Honor and a Presidential Medal of Freedom from the President of the United States of America, Barack Obama, in 2016.

 

De Niro was seen sharing the screen space with the iconic Al Pacino in Martin Scorsese’s gangster epic ‘The Irishman’ in 2019.

 

He has appeared in some of the finest motion pictures of all time, including ‘Heat’, ‘Raging Bull’, ‘Goodfellas’, ‘The Godfather Part II’, and ‘Taxi Driver’.

 

 

9. Arnold Schwarzenegger (Net worth: 450 million USD)

 

 

At the peak of his career, Arnold Schwarzenegger was earning hundreds of millions of dollars in film salaries. In fact, he was heard charging $20-30 million per movie during his heyday.

 

Popularly known as “The Terminator”, the star is reported to have spent a large chunk of his earnings on a number of real-estate investments during the 1970s. Even though he is better known as an actor and politician today, he initially ventured into the mainstream banking heavily on his bodybuilding exploits.

 

This was primarily because he had won the Mr. Universe title at the age of 20. Arnold has been seen in motion pictures such as the ‘Terminator’ series, ‘Commando’, ‘Predator’, ‘Total Recall’, ‘True Lies’, and ‘Escape Plan’.

 

He is one of the most popular action movie stars of all time.

 

 

10. Kevin Hart (Net worth: 450 million USD)

 

 

The charismatic Kevin Hart started his journey in the entertainment industry as a stand-up comedian and writer. However, he has gone on to establish himself as a well-known actor and producer. ’The Man From Toronto’ star has gone on record to confess that he had a tough childhood owing to his father’s drug addiction.

 

Therefore, he drew inspiration from his life experiences to come up with comedic stories that comprised roasting, sarcasm, and satire. Hart owes his success to his punchlines, solid dialogue delivery, non-stop hustle, and admirable work ethic.

 

He had his breakthrough performance in Judd Apatow’s ‘Undeclared’ and has since appeared in popular titles such as ‘Little Fockers’, ‘Me Time’, ‘Central Intelligence’, ‘Night School’, and the ‘Jumanji’ franchise.

 

 

11. Adam Sandler (Net worth: 440 million USD)

 

 

Adam Sandler is a popular actor, comedian, and filmmaker who was also a member of ‘Saturday Night Live’ before he ventured into the mainstream. Best known for motion pictures such as ‘The Longest Yard’, ‘Just Go With It’, ‘Grown Ups’, ’50 First Dates’, ‘Uncut Gems’, ‘Blended’, and the ‘Hotel Transylvania’ franchise, he has been a part of films that have gone on to earn over $2 billion at the global box office.

 

Also a singer and a stand-up comedian, Sandler reportedly signed a four-movie deal with Netflix that is worth over $250 million.

 

 

12. Mel Gibson (Net worth: 425 million USD)

 

 

 

Mel Columcille Gerard Gibson AO, popularly known as Mel Gibson, is an actor, director, screenwriter, and producer who rose to prominence banking on his image of being an authentic and stylish action hero.

 

Some of the most popular characters that he played on celluloid include Martin Riggs in the ‘Lethal Weapon’ and Max Rockatansky in the ‘Mad Max’ franchises.

 

While both franchises helped him become a major motion picture star, the historical war drama ‘Braveheart’ consolidated his position both as a filmmaker and actor.

 

Gibson has also directed the highly controversial film ‘The Passion of the Christ’, which was a commercial success.

 

 

13. Amitabh Bachchan (Net worth: 410 million USD)

 

 

Amitabh Bachchan was the most dominant Indian superstar during the late 1970s and throughout the 1980s. He rose to prominence during the mid-1970s after having starred in motion pictures such as ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Deewaar’, and ‘Sholay’; each of which helped him in consolidating his “Angry Young Man” image.

 

Arguably the most decorated Indian movie star, the ‘Baghban’ actor has appeared in over 200 feature films. He has not only been the finest leading performer in Bollywood for over five decades but he has also honed his skills as a singer and TV host over time.

 

This highly influential megastar has been awarded the Padma Shri in 1984, the Padma Bhushan in 2001, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2015 by the Government of India. Bollywood’s “Big B”, as he is popularly known today, has also been seen in some truly fine movies like ‘Paa’, ‘Pink’, ‘102 Not Out’, and ‘Goodbye’ in the 21st Century.

 

 

14. Salman Khan (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

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Arguably the most followed and the biggest star in Bollywood, Salman Khan is an actor, producer, screenwriter, and singer who has appeared in more than 75 feature films. Our readers would be amazed to know that this mega movie star has starred in the highest-grossing movies of the year on eleven separate occasions since the beginning of his career; a record that no other actor has come close to so far in Bollywood.

 

Not only that but he is also the only Indian superstar who has headlined 16 consecutive films that have gone on to earn a minimum of 15 million USD at the domestic box office.

 

For those who do not know, the 15 million USD mark is considered to be a benchmark for Indian motion pictures. The highest-paid actor in India today, he is also the only Indian actor who has reportedly charged a fee of over 15 million USD for two of his biggest mainstream blockbusters, namely ‘Sultan’ and ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’.

 

In addition to his enormously successful acting career, Salman is one of the most popular television hosts in India. It is imperative to mention that the ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ star is widely known for promoting humanitarian causes through his charity, Being Human Foundation.

 

In fact, a major chunk of his salary goes to charity; therefore, making him arguably the most philanthropic actor in the country. Popularly referred to as “Bhai” (Brother) and “Sultan (Emperor) of Bollywood” by his loyal fans, Khan was voted the 7th Best Looking Man in the World and the Best Looking Man in India by People magazine, United States, in 2004.

 

Also, he owns a production company called Salman Khan Films which has a reported operating income of over 400 million USD.

 

 

15. Brad Pitt (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

Known for his chiseled good looks, William Bradley Pitt continues to remain one of the most sought-after stars in Hollywood. The ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ actor was reportedly charging $17.5 to $20 million per film in the mid-’90s.

 

Needless to say, his popularity has only soared with the passage of time and his price tag has never looked back ever since. Pitt, who is also an incredibly successful and award-winning producer, has been the recipient of numerous awards and nominations.

 

Both as an actor and producer, he has won two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award, respectively. In addition, he has been nominated for five Academy Awards.

 

One of the most good-looking and important men in the entertainment industry, a major chunk of his earnings has come from the phenomenal success of the motion pictures that he has both starred in and bankrolled.

 

 

16. Jack Nicholson (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

 

John Joseph Nicholson, popularly known to the cinematic universe as Jack Nicholson, is an actor and filmmaker who has been contributing to the entertainment industry for over 60 years.

 

One of the finest Hollywood actors to have ever graced the screen, he is an excellent performer who has played a wide range of characters in various genres.

 

Not only has he portrayed villainous roles effectively but he has also been seen playing supporting, romantic, and heroic characters with great determination and remarkable ease.

 

It is not surprising then that he is the most nominated actor in the history of Academy Awards.

 

Some of his most popular motion pictures are ‘The Shining’, ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’, ‘As Good As It Gets’, ‘Chinatown’, ‘A Few Good Men’, ‘The Departed’, and ‘Batman’.

 

 

17. Sylvester Stallone (Net worth: 400 Million USD)

 

 

 

Sylvester Enzio Stallone made his screen debut in 1969 and turned out to be a global sensation following the release of the sports drama film ‘Rocky.’ Sooner than later, he established himself as one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood.

 

What added to his rise as a performer was the fact that he was mostly seen playing underdog heroes or heroes who had an issue or two with society.

 

The ‘Rocky’ and ‘Rambo’ series of feature films are a testament to the aforementioned sentence.

 

Even though Stallone attempted to feature in films pertaining to different genres, it is his action flicks that continue to rake in a decent amount of money at the box office.

 

That said, aside from being a popular action star, this athletically-built hero is quite comfortable screenwriting and directing motion pictures as well.

 

 

18. Tom Hanks (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

 

The terrific Tom Hanks is one of the most distinguished and likable film stars in the world.

 

Films starring him have gone on to gross more than $4.9 billion in North America and over $9.96 billion at the global box office.

 

Keeping the economics aside, it is first critical to note that he is one of the finest screen performers of all time.

 

Often called the modern-day James Stewart, Hanks is a mild-mannered and good-natured entertainer who has enthralled us with his presence in motion pictures such as ‘Big’, ‘Forrest Gump’, ‘Saving Private Ryan’, ‘Angels & Demons’, ‘Apollo 13’, ‘Cast Away’, and ‘Elvis’.

 

 

19. Mark Wahlberg (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

Mark Robert Michael Wahlberg, popularly known as Mark Wahlberg, is another noteworthy addition to this list who made a successful transition from being a rapper to a mainstream actor.

 

The ‘Ted’ star, who first came to be known by his stage name “Marky Mark” in the 1990s, soon evolved into a successful movie star, producer, investor, and entrepreneur.

 

Wahlberg has appeared in some critically and commercially successful motion pictures such as ‘Planet of the Apes’, ‘The Departed’, ‘The Italian Job’, ‘The Perfect Storm’, ‘The Fighter’, ‘Daddy’s Home’, and the ‘Ted’ franchise.

 

 

20. Larry David (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

Larry David, the co-creator of the beloved sitcom ‘Seinfeld’, gained further fame as a screen performer after having made his presence felt on the HBO series ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’, whose tenth season recently culminated.

 

One of the most affluent celebrities in the world, he did not only create the aforementioned show but also starred in it as a fictionalized version of himself. Even though he started his career as a comedian, he ventured into television comedy and writing soon.

 

Not long after that, David earned two well-deserved Primetime Emmy Awards in 1993 for his work on ‘Seinfeld’. It is imperative to mention that he was voted the 23rd greatest comedy star ever in a 2004 British poll by fellow comedians and comedy insiders.

 

 

21. Bill Cosby (Net worth: 400 million USD)

 

 

 

William Henry Cosby Jr., popularly known as Bill Cosby to the entertainment industry, is a retired stand-up comedian, actor, and author who has amused viewers with his performances for over six decades.

 

Several stand-up comedy records that have been released by him over the years have brought him the celebrated Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album from 1965 to 1970.

 

He best known for his performance as Dr. Huxrable in his own sitcom ‘The Cosby Show.’ It is worth mentioning that the show, which attempted to underscore the experiences and evolution of a well-off African-American family, topped the television ratings in the United States of America for five consecutive years (1985-1989).

 

That said, our readers should be duly aware of the fact that this popular celebrity was also convicted of a number of sex offenses in 2018.

 

 

22. Keanu Reeves (Net worth: 380 million USD)

 

 

 

Keanu Charles Reeves is an actor who has appeared not only in blockbuster motion pictures but also in several television shows and video games over the years.

 

The ‘Destination Wedding’ star started his career by acting in theatre. He did a few television based-movies and shows before making his mainstream feature film debut.

 

The charming man rose to prominence by playing Ted “Theodore” Logan in ‘Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.’ However, his popularity peaked after he starred in movies of ‘The Matrix’ and ‘John Wick’ franchises.

 

It is said that Reeves was initially paid about $10 million for ‘The Matrix’, but he ended up earning $35 million after the backend deals.

 

Not only that but it is also contended that the enigmatic film star earned at least $120 million in bonuses from the second and third movies of the franchise, respectively.

 

 

23. Clinton Eastwood (Net worth: 375 million USD)

 

 

 

Clint Eastwood Jr. is an actor, director, and producer who is best known for his unmatched contribution to Western cinema; an endeavor that helped him consolidate his masculine image and turned him into “The King of Western Films”.

 

The legendary screen performer rose to prominence by working in some of the best Western motion pictures of all time. He is also known to have played Harry Callahan in the ‘Dirty Harry’ franchise of films.

 

Eastwood developed a serious interest in acting after high school and has gone on to star in some truly amazing feature films throughout his celebrated career.

 

Some of his best movies are as follows: ‘The Bridges of Madison County’, ‘The Good, the Bad and the Ugly ‘, ‘For a Few Dollars More’, ‘Unforgiven’, ‘In the Line of Fire’, and ‘Gran Tonino’.

 

 

24. Will Smith (Net worth: 350 million USD)

 

 

 

Willard Carroll Smith II, popularly known as Will Smith, is perhaps the brightest illustration of how a rapper or musician can turn into a successful motion picture star.

 

While he gave his career a kick-start as a musician rapper with a band called DJ Jazzy Jeff, he went on to become a household name after appearing in the smash-hit television show ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’.

 

Called “The Most Powerful Actor in Hollywood” by Newsweek in 2007, he was reportedly charging between $20 – $30 million per movie during the early 2000s.

 

Smith has also been the recipient of numerous accolades. Not only has he won two Grammy Awards and one Golden Globe Award but he has also managed to receive two Academy Award nominations.

 

 

25. Ryan Reynolds (Net worth: 350 million USD)

 

 

Ryan Reynolds hails from Canada and is a prominent face in the entertainment industry today. Not only does he appear in films and on television but he has also been seen in video games.

 

The charming actor has appeared in popular motion pictures such as ‘National Lampoon’s Van Wilder’, ‘Waiting…’, ‘Definitely, Maybe’, ‘The Proposal’, ‘Buried’, and ‘Blade: Trinity’ over the years. However, he is best known for his character projection in the smash hit ‘Deadpool’ franchise of films.

 

He was recently seen in tent-pole titles such as ‘Red Notice’ and ‘Free Guy’.

 

 

26. Michael Douglas (Net worth: 350 million USD)

 

 

 

One of the biggest shakers and movers of Hollywood, Michael Douglas has been a name to trust for decades within the entertainment industry.

 

A large chunk of the wealth that he has managed to amass throughout his life is attributed to the salaries that he has received while working in the movies.

 

Not only that but the man has also earned a whole lot of money while producing features such as ‘The Game’, ‘Basic Instinct’, ‘The American President’, ‘A Perfect Murder’, ‘Traffic’, and ‘Wonder Boys.

 

Douglas burst onto the mainstream after playing the role of a hip cop in ‘The Streets of San Francisco’; a show that aired on national television from 1972 to 1977.

 

 

27. Sir Sean Connery (Net worth: 350 million USD)

 

 

 

Sir Thomas Sean Connery made quite a few theatre appearances before making his much-awaited transition to television. Soon after, he started making his presence felt in feature films as well.

 

Known to be the first actor to play the fictional British secret agent James Bond, he starred in numerous Bond movies from 1962 to 1983.

 

In addition to his suave personality, his powerful voice and Scottish accent also helped him stand out on the big screen.

 

Our readers would be surprised to learn that he did not really enjoy the off-screen attention that the immensely popular character of James Bond got him.

 

Be that as it may, the enormous success of the Bond motion pictures did bring Connery to the attention of star directors like Alfred Hitchcock, John Houston, and Sidney Lumet.

 

 

28. Leonardo DiCaprio (Net worth: 300 million USD)

 

 

Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio is one of the most admired actors in the history of Hollywood. He rose to prominence after having portrayed Jack Dawson in master filmmaker James Cameron’s 1997 magnum opus ‘Titanic.’ Popular for working in biopics and period dramas, he is the recipient of numerous accolades.

 

He has received a British Academy Film Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and an Academy Award so far. The actor, who was recently seen in director Adam McKay’s critically acclaimed film ‘Don’t Look Up’, has starred in some of the most popular Hollywood films of all time.

 

Some of his best performances came in titles such as ‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’, ‘Django Unchained’, ‘Titanic’, ‘Inception’, ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’, ‘The Revenant’, ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’, ‘Shutter Island’, ‘The Departed’, ‘The Aviator’, and ‘Blood Diamond’.

 

That said, motion pictures that feature DiCaprio have gone on to gross over $7.2 billion at the global box office.

 

 

29. Robert Downey Jr. (Net worth: 300 million USD)

 

 

 

Robert John Downey Jr. made his acting debut in his father’s film ‘Pound’ at the tender age of 5. He is one of the most likable Hollywood film stars in the world today.

 

The actor gained critical and commercial success at a very young age. However, this golden period was followed by a stint of substance abuse and legal problems.

 

Be that as it may, he bounced back stronger than ever and tasted massive commercial success in his second tenure as a movie star.

 

Robert was included in Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008.

 

Not only that but Forbes also called him the highest-paid Hollywood actor between 2013 to 2015.

 

 

30. Harrison Ford (Net worth: 300 million USD)

 

 

 

The magnificent Harrison Ford has had a long and illustrious career in the entertainment industry.

 

He is reportedly the seventh-highest-grossing actor at the North American box office. While his feature films have grossed more than $5.4 billion in North America alone, they have also ended up amassing over $9.3 billion at the global box office.

 

Needless to say, he is one of the most respected stars to have ever graced the silver screen.

 

It is not surprising then that Ford is a recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award, three Saturn Awards, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award. Not only that but he has also received four Golden Globe nominations and an Academy Award nomination.

 

That said, his roles in the original ‘Star Wars’ trilogy and ‘Indiana Jones’ franchise are credited with fetching him international fame.

 

 

31. Edward Norton (Net worth: 300 million USD)

 

 

 

Edward Harrison Norton is a Yale graduate who decided to pursue acting shortly after having completed his graduation.

 

An excellent actor, he has also tried his hands at directing movies and is best known for playing the main protagonist in David Fincher’s ‘Fight Club’.

 

One of the earliest investors in Uber, Norton has received multiple awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe Award and three Academy Award nominations.

 

Aside from ‘Fight Club’, he has also appeared in famous motion pictures such as ‘Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)’, ‘Primal Fear’, and ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’, among others.

 

 

32. Denzel Washington (Net worth: 280 million USD)

 

 

 

One of the most distinguished faces in Hollywood, Denzel Hayes Washington Jr. is an actor who has earned millions of dollars by directing, producing, screenwriting, and performing in critically and commercially successful motion pictures.

 

The supremely talented and admired screen performer rose to prominence after portraying Dr. Phillip Chandler in the successful medical drama ‘St. Elsewhere’. He is known for headlining popular movies such as ‘Malcolm X’, ‘Glory’, ‘Training Day’, ‘The Equalizer’, ‘Fences’, and ‘Remember the Titans’.

 

 

33. Bruce Willis (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

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‘The Sixth Sense’, which was a sleeper success, is one of the most popular and lucrative motion pictures of his career.

 

While the actor reportedly took an upfront salary of $14 million for the film, he also apparently shared a fair percentage of its profits.

 

That said, the ‘Die Hard’ franchise of feature films not only helped him in consolidating his personal wealth but also his stamina as a superstar at the ticket windows.

 

 

34. Morgan Freeman (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

Known for his distinct voice and terrific acting skills, Morgan Freeman is one of the most respected film actors in the world.

 

The actor began his career in theater before going on to make his presence felt in the movies. He has been a recipient of numerous awards throughout his career.

 

He has won an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and Golden Globe Award, respectively.

 

An icon in the true sense of the word, Freeman has also lent his voice for narration a lot many times.

 

He has been seen in some truly outstanding motion pictures such as ‘The Shawshank Redemption’, ‘Bruce Almighty’, ‘Going in Style’, ‘Last Vegas’, ‘The Bucket List’, ‘Invictus’, and ‘Se7en’.

 

 

35. Samuel L. Jackson (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

Samuel Leroy Jackson, who amasses a net worth of over 250 million USD, is one of the most recognized actors of his generation.

 

The ‘Unbreakable’ star has produced and featured in hundreds of films and television projects. Our readers would be pleasantly surprised to learn that movies featuring him have collectively grossed over $27 billion at the worldwide box office.

 

This makes him the highest-grossing actor of all time. The actor is mostly seen playing characters that tend to be defiant, temperamental, and passionate.

 

He has been seen in feature films such as ‘Pulp Fiction’, ‘The Hitman’s Bodyguard’, ‘Django Unchained’, ‘Glass’, ‘The Hateful Eight’, and ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service’, among others.

 

 

36. John Travolta (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

John Joseph Travolta began his career in theater and soon jumped on to television and, ultimately, the movies.

 

He charmed the silver screen during the late 1970s with his presence in motion pictures such as ‘Saturday Night Fever’ and ‘Grease.’ 

 

The actor has gone on to star in cult classics such as ‘Pulp Fiction’ and is one of the youngest players in the history of Hollywood to be nominated for the Best Actor trophy at the Academy Awards.

 

He was only 24 at the time.

 

 

37. Kevin Costner (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

Kevin Michael Costner, aside from being a talented screen actor, is also a filmmaker and musician.

 

The fact that he is a recipient of two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards speaks volumes about his ability as a performer.

 

The actor decided to pursue acting right after finishing college and first found fame after playing a role in the crime drama ‘The Untouchables’. He was arguably the most popular Hollywood star of 1987 for he also appeared in Roger Donaldson’s ‘No Way Out’ in the same year.

 

 

38. Jet Li (Net worth: 250 million USD)

 

 

 

Li Lianjie, known by his stage name Jet Li, is a Chinese superstar. He is not only a film actor but he is also a producer, martial artist, and retired Wushu champion.

 

The entertainer rose to prominence on a global scale after having featured in the American buddy cop action-drama ‘Lethal Weapon 4.’ 

 

Li initially kick-started his career as a martial arts star in China and his unquestionable skills were on full display in the motion pictures that he starred in.

 

 

39. Akshay Kumar (Net worth: 240 million USD)

 

 

 

Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia, professionally known as Akshay Kumar, is a National Award-winning actor from India who has worked in over 130 motion pictures to date. Needless to say, he is the most active ’90s actor in Bollywood.

 

One of the highest-paid actors in India, he first gained fame by appearing in the ‘Khiladi’ series of action films.

 

Besides being a performer, the ‘Namaste London’ star has also served as a producer, stunt, and martial arts advisor on sets.

 

Kumar has worked in critically and commercially successful feature films such as ‘Hera Pheri’, ‘Singh is Kinng’, ‘Welcome’, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’, ‘Heyy Babyy’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Good Newwz’, and ‘Rustom’, among others.

 

 

40. Aamir Khan (Net worth: 235 million USD)

 

 

Aamir Khan is one of the most respected and successful actors in the history of Indian Cinema. His biographical sports drama ‘Dangal’ continues to be the highest-grossing Indian motion picture in the world despite having hit the screens in 2016.

 

Famously referred to as “Mr. Perfectionist” for his knack for perfection, the actor has headlined some of the most acclaimed Bollywood movies of all time. Khan, who made his screen debut as a child actor in ‘Yaadon Ki Baaraat’, wowed the country with his debut as a lead in the 1988 romantic drama ‘Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak.’ 

 

He has played a variety of roles in classic blockbusters such as ‘Rang De Basanti’, ‘Taare Zameen Par’, ‘Ghajini’, ‘PK’, and ‘3 Idiots’, to name a few. The ‘Lagaan’ star was also seen in the official Bollywood adaptation of the Hollywood classic ‘Forrest Gump’.

 

 

41. Vin Diesel (Net worth: 225 million USD)

 

 

 

Vin Diesel, whose real name is Mark Sinclair, is best known for playing Dominic Toretto in the blockbuster ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise of feature films.

 

Even though he is popular and liked for the aforementioned action series, his breakout role as an actor came in the science-fiction action drama ‘Pitch Black’.

 

That said, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to claim that Diesel capitalized on the success of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise to cement his position as a dependable box office star.

 

 

42. Ben Stiller (Net worth: 200 million USD)

 

 

 

Benjamin Edward Meara Stiller, popularly known as Ben Stiller, has worked in over a hundred feature films.

 

Some of his most popular movies are ‘Meet the Parents’, ‘Zoolander’, ‘Tropic Thunder, and ‘There’s Something About Mary’.

 

The actor is mostly seen playing gauche and embarrassing characters that find themselves in the most difficult circumstances.

 

Our readers would be amazed to learn that films starring Stiller have managed to amass more than $2.6 billion at the Canadian and United States box office.

 

 

43. Alain Delon (Net worth: 200 million USD)

 

 

Besides being one of the most popular French movie stars of all time, Alain Delon was also quite famous for his good looks during his heyday. The young man enlisted in the navy at the age of 17 and served in French Indochina until the end of the war.

 

He decided to join the entertainment industry after having returned to Paris, thanks to his well-built physique and impressive looks. Soon into his career, the actor got into a famed relationship with his frequent co-star Romy Schneider, who was one of the better-looking ladies in the country.

 

Together, the couple was described as “the fiancés of Europe”. That said, the French actor and businessman saw his career peak during the ’60s when he headlined several box office hits.

 

Come 1985, he won a César Award for Best Actor. Add to that the fact that ‘The Love Mates’ star received the Palme d’Honneur Prize at the Cannes Film Festival in the 2010s.

 

 

44. Ray Romano (Net worth: 200 million USD)

 

 

Ray Romano is a stand-up comedian, actor, and screenwriter who rose to prominence after playing the part of Ray Barone on the CBS sitcom ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’. For his work on the show, he received a well-deserved Emmy Award.

 

The performer has gone on to voice the well-known character of Manny in the ‘Ice Age’ film series. While he has been seen in shows such as ‘Certain Age’ and ‘Parenthood’, Romano has also gone on to make his presence felt in acclaimed motion pictures such as ‘The Big Sick’ and ‘The Irishman’.

 

 

45. Sir Anthony Hopkins (Net worth: 160 million USD)

 

 

 

Anthony Hopkins is a Welsh actor, director, and producer who has received many awards throughout his long and celebrated screen career.

 

The legendary entertainer, who was recently seen in the much-loved motion picture ‘The Father’, has been a recipient of two Academy Awards for Best Actor, two Emmys, four BAFTAs, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and a British Academy Television Award, respectively.

 

In 1993, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his contribution to the field of arts.

 

Hopkins received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2003. He has been appreciated for his outstanding performances in feature films such as ‘The Lion in Winter’, ‘The Elephant Man’, ‘Hannibal’, ‘The Silence of the Lambs’, ‘The Rite’, ‘Fracture’, and ‘Red Dragon’.

 

 

46. Sacha Baron Cohen (Net worth: 160 million USD)

 

 

 

Sacha Noam Baron Cohen is one of the most unique personalities to make it to our story.

 

This multi-talented man not only works as an actor but also as a writer, producer, and comedian.

 

The fact that he has created and portrayed extremely popular fictional satirical characters such as Borat Sagdiyev, Brüno Gehard, Admiral General Aladeen, and Ali G is a testament to his talent as a comedic performer.

 

Sacha is also known for constantly changing his tone and appearance for the characters that he plays on celluloid.

 

In fact, he has often been seen interacting with unsuspecting people who have no idea that they are being filmed.

 

 

47. Johnny Depp (Net worth: 150 million USD)

 

 

 

Johnny Depp is easily among the most popular and versatile Hollywood stars to have graced the screen in the past thirty years.

 

Popular worldwide for the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ series of motion pictures, he has been a recipient of the Screen Actors Guild Award and Golden Globe Award for the Best Actor trophy.

 

The man has also been nominated for three Academy Awards and two British Academy Film Awards so far.

 

Depp has amused his fans by appearing in movies such as ‘Edward Scissorhands’, ‘What’s Eating Gilbert Grape’, ‘Donnie Brasco’, and ‘Dead Man’, among others.

 

 

48. Rowan Atkinson (Net worth: 150 million USD)

 

 

 

This English actor, comedian, and writer has made viewers laugh for years by playing the outstanding character of Mr. Bean on a popular television show of the same name.

 

The show, which became a global phenomenon in the true sense of the word, was pretty much a part of our childhood.

 

Also known for playing the titular role on the sitcom ‘Blackadder’, Rowan Atkinson has been seen in films such as ‘Bean’, ‘Love Actually’, ‘Never Say Never Again’, and the ‘Johnny English’ series.

 

He is undeniably one of the greatest comedians in the history of entertainment.

 

 

49. Saif Ali Khan (Net worth: 150 million USD)

 

 

 

Saif Ali Khan is one of the leading Bollywood stars who hails from a royal background.

 

Even though he is one of the few actors who comes from a rich background, we are not adding his ancestral wealth to his personal income.

 

The son of veteran superstar Sharmila Tagore and popular cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan, Saif made his debut as the main lead in a drama called ‘Parampara’.

 

He tasted success with his roles in dramas such as ‘Love Aaj Kal’, ‘Dil Chaahta Hai’, ‘Yeh Dillagi’, ‘Hum Tum’, ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, and ‘Salaam Namaste’.

 

Saif has also participated in some massive box office hits such as ‘Hum Saath Saath Hain’, ‘Main Khiladi Tu Anari’, and ‘Race’, to name a few.

 

 

50. Chris Hemsworth (Net worth: 130 million USD)

 

 

 

Known for his good looks and muscular physique, Chris Hemsworth has become one of the biggest stars in Hollywood courtesy of his character projection of Thor in the hit ‘Thor’ franchise.

 

The actor, who was relatively unknown to most of us in 2011, was offered a salary of US$150,000 for his maiden outing as the “God of Thunder”.

 

However, the enormous success of the franchise helped him increase his salary to an eye-popping US$30 million for the third installment in the series.

 

Add to that the fact that Hemsworth reportedly received US$15 million for ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ and ‘Avengers: Endgame’, respectively.