Celebrity Net Worth- The Astronomical Wealth of America's Richest

We see them everywhere⁠— on social media, on TV, on buildings, and posters around us. Celebrities make a ton of money, not just from movies, series, and awards, but through heavy promotion and endorsements of beverages, clothing, make-up, and so, so much more. With their incredible celebrity net worth, they’re known for living extravagant lives. From what they put out on social media and events, it’s clear to say that these individuals and their huge celebrity net worth are rolling in the cash. Because of this, it leaves us wondering how much are these stars worth?

In this list, you’ll find out how much money your favorite models, athletes, hosts, rappers, singers, and actors have under their name. In fact, some of their net worths will absolutely stun you. However, when you have a group of people so beautiful and handsome, intelligent and talented, it’s no surprise these people are worth So. Much. Money.

Dwayne Johnson - $325 Million

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has been one the biggest names in entertainment since he burst onto the professional wrestling scene in the late 1990s. In 2004, Johnson made the jump to Hollywood full-time, and in the 15+ years since he’s become the biggest money-making star in Hollywood and made a massive fortune of his own.

Kylie Jenner - $900 Million

Spending most of her life in the limelight, beginning at the age of 10, Kylie has immersed herself in the world and wealth of Keeping Up with the Kardashian, which first debuted on E!. She has since made history as the world’s youngest self-made billionaire (arguable) from her famous makeup line.

Kanye West - $1.3 Billion

Kanye West is more than just a rapper; he is also an American producer, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. He rose to fame when he released his 2004 album The College Dropout. On the other hand, in 2020, he was recognized as one of the most successful musicians with 21 Grammys out of 69 nominations.

Taylor Swift - $360 Million

Whether it be country or pop, Taylor Swift has become “the” household name of contemporary artists. Swift has mentioned that the was inspired to get into music by listening to Shania Twain records, which made her “want to just run around the block four times and daydream about everything.” Thankfully, things worked out for Swift who has claimed double digit Grammy Awards, sold millions of records, and become a generational icon.

Katy Perry - $330

Katy Perry burst out onto the international music scene in 2008 with the hit single “I Kissed a Girl.” Since then, the singer has amassed a career’s-worth of smash hits, inducing “Teenage Dream”, “Roar”, and “Last Friday Night.” In addition, Perry has gone on successful tours and released a documentary film.

Robert De Niro - $500 Million

Known for his iconic roles and quintessential lines in movies, there is no doubt of how a great actor Robert De Niro truly is. Aside from building a Hollywood empire, De Niro invested in the Nobu restaurant chain, which has greatly increased his net worth.

Beyoncé - $400 Million

Queen Bey has been in the industry for quite some time and has net worth to prove it. From her years with Destiny’s Child to a successful solo career, Beyoncé has made enough money to last a lifetime. Aside from her mesmerizing music and performances, she’s also invested in multimillion-dollar mansions, luxurious vacations, and outrageous beauty treatments.

Johnny Depp - $200 Million

After his breakthrough in the 1980s show 21 Jump Street, Depp used his bad-boy charm to make every woman swoon. He’s had significant roles with Tim Burton and held a net worth of $400 million in 2016, but everything went sideways when he and his ex-wife Amber Heard were brought to court for domestic abuse.

Jay-Z - $1 Billion

Although we know how much his wife Beyoncé is worth, shockingly, Jay-Z is worth more. Besides the prosperous business ventures, including the streaming service, Tidal, he is well-known for his incredibly successful music career. Because of this, he was dubbed the wealthiest musician by Rolling Stone, making number five on Forbes’ ranking of celebrity net worths.

Chuck Norris - $70 Million

Chuck Norris has allowed Hollywood and the world of Martial Arts to have a very successful career with him. He made most of his fortune from working in movies such as ‘The Delta Force’, ‘Code of Silence’, ‘The Octagon’, and the ‘Missing in Action’ series. Not to mention his long run with ‘Walker Texas Ranger’. He’s also written several books which made him a two-time New York Times best-selling author.

Simon Cowell - $550 Million

Simon Cowell may not have released his original compositions, but he is known for producing and picking out some of the best talent we see today. Besides the keen eye on talent, he has been the judge on a number of successful shows like American Idol, The X Factor, and the Got Talent branches.

Ellen DeGeneres - $490 Million

We may know her from her daytime television show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and her generosity towards people, but we tend to forget how successful she was in the 1980s as a stand-up comedian. She landed her own sitcom and was considered the “female Seinfeld.”

Leonardo DiCaprio - $260 Million

After many box office hits and iconic roles, DiCaprio finally won an Oscar in 2016. DiCaprio began acting at a young age, playing parts in sitcoms like Growing Pains and in an Oscar nominated production, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. However, all those were irrelevant until his heartfelt movie, Titanic, premiered in 1997.

Richard Gere - $120 Million

Even if we don’t see him much anymore, he was an A-lister during the 1980s. Because of films like American Gigolo, Dr. T & The Woman, and Pretty Woman, Gere established himself as a certified Hollywood hunk for nearly two decades. He was even voted People’s Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 1999.

Oprah Winfrey - $2.5 Billion

It seems that everything Oprah touches turns to gold, so it isn’t surprising to see her massive net worth. Before she earned the title as one of the wealthiest African-Americans in the United States, she came from humble beginnings despite some personal tragedy. This might explain her generous nature and charitable giving.

Michael Phelps - $80 Million

Being the most decorated swimmer and Olympian does have its perks. Phelps starred in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, where he qualified but didn’t bring home the bacon. 16 years later, he took home more medals than anyone from the 161 countries participating in the 2016 Rio Olympics. Because of his success in the sport, Phelps has been granted several advertisements from Nike, Speedo, and Kelloggs. However, a video of him smoking marijuana circulated online. Soon after, he lost a few of his sponsorship deals, but it didn’t matter… the amount of money he had earned was already substantial.

Tyra Banks - $90 Million

Banks began as a supermodel, transforming her beauty into a multi-media empire. Thankfully she found a spot for herself, especially as a host on “America’s Next Top Model” after modeling competition with Naomi Campbell and Giselle Bundchen.

Clint Eastwood - $375 Million

Considering Clint Eastwood was only paid $15K for his breakout role in a Western film, he has come a very long way with a current net worth of $375 Million. His acting career speaks for itself, but to have the passion for the film industry to continue directing long after his acting days were over is what’s really impressive. Eastwood is renowned for directing major films like Space Cowboys, Mystic River, Gran Torino, American Sniper, Sully, Changeling, Letters from Iwo Jima, The Bridges of Madison County, and many more.

Dolly Parton - $600 Million

Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country music, has been in the biz for quite some time. From all the hits she’s made for the past decades, it is no question that this country music icon has made it big. She first debuted her album in 1967 titled Hello I’m Dolly which was the start of an epic career. Aside from topping charts the following years, she also had different businesses that include a dinner theatre, resorts and spa, the theme park Dollywood, and a waterpark!

Dr. Phil - $400 Million

Dr. Phil never really expected to turn his psychology degree into a multimillion-dollar career. Amazingly, everything changed when he first met Oprah. Regardless of all the criticism he has received, he took home a $79 million salary in 2017. That number has only grown since then.

Dr. Dre - $800 Million

Dr. Dre is the only individual that can compete against Jay-Z’s musical empire. After his start as a producer and performer for N.W.A., Dre decided to go solo and focus on his own music. As founder of Aftermath Entertainment, he’s signed artists like Eminem, Tupac, and 50 Cent. Besides the music, what’s added to his whopping net worth was the sale of his Beats electronics company to Apple.

Parker Schnabel - $8 million

Parker Schnabel is best known as a gold miner and reality television star on the long-running reality TV show Gold Rush and its spinoff Gold Rush- Parker’s Trail. His net worth is currently at $8 million which is an incredible achievement for a reality star under 30-years-old.

Steve Harvey - $160 Million

He may have struggled with homelessness for years when he began as a stand-up comedian, but his life changed when he became host of Its Showtime at the Apollo. From there, he earned the right to host big-time shows like The Steve Harvey Show, Family Feud, and Little Big Shots.

Paul McCartney - $1.2 Billion

Paul made most of his wealth while touring as one of the legendary 60s band members, The Beatles. He also became a solo successful musician and composer upon his departure. Based on his net worth, he is one of the wealthiest musicians in the world.

Jk Rowling - $1 Billion

Rowling is the famed British author and movie producer, and aside from the Royal Family, she is one of the wealthiest people in the United Kingdom. She earned her huge break and wealth through creation of the Harry Potter fantasy series, in book and movie form.

Steven Spielberg - $3.7 Billion

Steven Spielberg, a director, screenwriter, and producer, has been under the spotlight for decades. With blockbuster films like Jaws, Indiana Jones, and E.T. under his belt, it’s no surprise this director is under the second richest celebrity in the world.

George Lucas - $5.4 Billion

Much like his buddy Steven Spielberg, Lucas is a director, screenwriter, and producer. He is recognized worldwide for creating the Star Wars Franchise, founding Lucasfilm, and producing the Indiana Jones series. Lucas is the richest celebrity in the entertainment industry.

Robin Williams - $100 Million

Robin Williams started as a mime and stand-up comedian (not at the same time, however). Thankfully, he found his place as a beloved actor in Hollywood. Sadly, the late great comedian has passed away but held a substantial net worth when he was still alive, which estate now holds.

Carl Reiner - $70 Million

Legendary comedian Carl Reiner was a force in show-business for over seven decades before his passing at the age of 94. Over the course of his long career as a writer and actor, Reiner was awarded 11 Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. He also accumulated a net worth of $70 million that will now be controlled by his estate.

Kobe Bryant - $500 Million

Because of his family’s love for sports and his father’s time as an NBA player, Kobe was molded into one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Sadly, The Mamba passed away in January of 2020 in a tragic helicopter crash. During his career, however, he was able to boost his net worth from sponsorship and endorsements deals from Nike, Coca-Cola, and Spalding.

Garth Brooks - $330 Million

Sometimes the best-performing creations are a mix of all things loved. Garth Brooks has been named “America’s highest-selling solo album musician” by the Recording Industry Association of America for his mix of pop, country, and rock and roll. Brooks has somehow been able to sell over 148 million albums state-side.

Toby Keith - $365 Million

Toby Keith released his first four studio albums during the mid 90s, all of which earned the artist Gold certifications… at a minimum. With over 19 studio albums released, Keith has charted 61 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, 20 of which were number one hits. Keith also adds to his wealth through revenue gained from his line of clothing, TK Steelman, and operations of several Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill restaurants.

Billy Ray Cyrus - $20 Million

Billy Ray Cyrus has had a decades-long career, first on his own merit as one of the top country artists and then appearing alongside his daughter Miley on Hannah Montana. He made $40 million in a single year from his hit single, “Achy Breaky Heart.” His most recent success came with his collaboration on “Old Town Road” with Lil Nas X.

Shania Twain - $400 Million

Eilleen Twain, better known professionally as Shania Twain, is the beloved Canadian singer/songwriter. With over 100 million records sold, she is the best-selling female singer in country music history. As the sixth best-selling female in the US, her longterm success and popularity has earned her the “Queen of Country Pop” nickname.

Stephen Colbert - $50 Million

One of America’s beloved talk show hosts, Stephen Colbert, has garnered tons of awards – nine Emmys, two Peabodys, two Grammys, and a net worth of $45 million! However, before his success, he began as a serious actor. After a few short years, he transitioned into the comedian and talk-show host we know and love today.

Jon Stewart - $120 Million

Widely known for being a political talk show host, this man has been stacking up millions throughout his career. He started out doing stand up and writing for comedy shows but got his big break in 1993 on MTV with The Jon Stewart Show. He then moved on to host a bundle of other shows… but his most significant show was The Daily Show. Sadly, he announced his departure from the show in 2015 to work on his writing and directing career.

Nick Cannon - $30 Million

Nick Cannon has been in show business for over 20 years, jumping from music, to acting, to hosting shows such as The Masked Singer. Currently, Cannon has an estimated net worth of $30 million, while it’s also estimated that he’s earning $5 million annually. All things considered, he has to put food on the table for his seven children somehow, so it’s likely that there’s no slowing down in sight for Cannon.

Rihanna – $1.7 Billion

Rihanna has not only established herself as a top R&B performer and earner, she has proven she has what it takes to build a brand too. Only in her early thirties, Forbes announced that she has an estimated $1.7 billion net worth just four years after launching her beauty line, Fenty Beauty. It’s actually her business that put her into the billionaire status, since she not only owns 50% of Fenty Beauty, but also has a stake in the lingerie brand Savage X Fenty.