What’s better than watching Hollywood actors playing roles? Seeing them play real-life millionaires! While many of these famous faces still struggle to make ends meet, others are living the high life as some of the richest actors in the world. These stars have made their fortune from film contracts and endorsement deals, with many of them reinvesting their earnings into property and other ventures. Let’s take a look at the top 9 richest actors right now.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
The Rock is the highest-grossing actor of all time, having starred in a number of blockbuster hits over the course of his career. He has appeared in numerous franchises and has also taken part in producing and directing projects. All this has helped him to a net worth of $220 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The Rock has been smart with his money and has invested wisely, notably in the company Rock Industries, which specializes in cranes.
Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is another actor who can be credited with helping to make Disney a household name. Depp’s career was given a major boost when he was given a starring role in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. In 2015, Depp earned an estimated $48 million, according to Forbes, thanks to a number of high-earning projects, which have helped him to a net worth of $400 million. Depp has made some bad investments over the years, including buying the rights to the music group PENDARVIS from an estate sale and a vintage HENRY LIVERMORE PORTER, THE CRAB FIN SOUP sign. Both of these have since been sold.
Will Smith
Will Smith has been one of the biggest stars in Hollywood for decades, with many of his films grossing more than $100 million. The fresh prince earned $80 million in 2018, according to Forbes, and has a net worth of $465 million. Smith has been smart with his money and has made a number of wise investments, including setting up the production company Overbrook Entertainment. The actor has also earned money as a stock-market investor, as well as through his music career. Smith’s investment in the company Soho House has also led to him being a co-owner of two hotels.
Mark Wahlberg
Mark Wahlberg has been a prolific actor since the ’90s, but it wasn’t until his partnership with his friend and business partner, producer Steve Levinson, that he became a bona fide millionaire. Wahlberg and Levinson’s company, Wahlberg-Levinson, has earned them a net worth of $400 million. The actor also earned $68 million in 2018, according to Forbes, thanks to his work on the films Mile 22 and Transformers: The Last Knight.
Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan is one of most promising actors in Hollywood, having already starred in a number of smash hits, including Black Panther and Creed. Jordan has an estimated net worth of $3 million. The actor has worked to build his fortune by taking part in a number of different projects, including music, TV, and film. Jordan has also invested in ventures, notably the coffee shop The Commissary.
Shah Rukh Khan
Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan is another millionaire who has made his fortune from film and TV. His $600 million net worth has come from starring in hits such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The actor has been smart with his money and has made a number of high-earning investments, including in the Red Chillies Entertainment production company. The star has also launched the clothing brand Wrogn, as well as being a co-owner of the Indian Premier League cricket team, Kolkata Knight Riders.
Kaley Cuoco
The Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco has a $60 million net worth thanks to her role as a scientist on the popular sitcom. The actress has also made money from appearing in a number of other TV shows, as well as a series of advertisements for companies such as Toyota and Netflix. Cuoco has invested wisely and has also taken part in a number of philanthropic projects. The star has set up a yoga studio in California and has helped to raise money for animal charities.
Tom Cruise
Hollywood star Tom Cruise has made his fortune from starring in hit movies and being part of the production team behind a number of major franchises. Cruise has a net worth of $470 million and earned $80 million in 2018 thanks to his work on the films Mission: Impossible – Fallout and Top Gun: Maverick. Cruise has been smart with his money and has made wise investments, notably in the company Cruise/Wagner Productions. The actor has also invested in the real-estate company PRADCO, and produces the sports-bra company Healthy CHOICES.
Leonardo DiCaprio
Leonardo DiCaprio is another actor who has made his fortune from starring in a number of hit films. The star has a net worth of $380 million and earned $25 million in 2018 due to his appearances in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Once Upon a Time in Venice. DiCaprio has been smart with his money and has made a number of wise investments, notably in the company Planet Biometrics. The actor has also invested in the company Ethos, which makes solar panels.
Conclusion
Hollywood stars have always been among the richest people in the world, but none more so than today. With the rise of social media, many young actors have been able to build loyal followings that translate into big bucks for them. What’s also interesting is that these mega-rich celebrities are increasingly engaging in philanthropy and fair trade to align their brands with social causes and environmental initiatives. This not only makes them appear more human, but it also gives them a chance to engage with their fans in a new way.
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