RICH AND FAMOUS: HOW HOLLYWOOD’S HIGHEST-PAID CELEBRITIES SPEND THEIR MILLIONS!

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After his recent pledge to forego almost all of his lavish possessions, Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk proceeded to sell six of his mansions in California in 2020 before moving to Texas. Since then, the tech billionaire has reportedly taken up residence in a modest 400-square-foot rental home the size of a studio apartment.

Built by Las Vegas-based housing startup Boxabl, Musk’s current abode is a foldable, prefabricated home that the company sells for $50k. If you’re in the market to buy a similar unit, you will be waiting for a long time since the company already has a waiting list of over 100K orders backed up!

ELON MUSK – $184 BILLION

LEE MAJORS – $15 MILLION

Lee Majors got his big break in showbiz during the ’60s when he beat over 400 other aspiring actors, including Burt Reynolds, to land the iconic role of Heath Barkley in the television series The Big Valley. He followed it up in 1970 with a role in The Six Million Dollar Man.
His role as Steve Austin, a U.S Air Force Colonel and former astronaut with special abilities in the popular ’70s show proved to be a huge commercial hit, making millions from merchandise sales. For his 82nd birthday in June, Majors and his wife Faith were treated to a delicious birthday dinner from star chef Guy Fieri.

JOHNNY DEPP – $150 MILLION


Hollywood has introduced us to a couple of bright stars recently, yet if there’s one name that remains iconic, it’s Johnny Depp. He started as a teen idol for “21 Jump Street.” His career peaked in the ’00s, and he became one of the most commercially successful film stars. His most successful projects include “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Corpse Bride.”
Depp is among the most awarded artists, and he made it to Guinness World Records as the world’s highest-paid actor. He also built a production company, Infinitum Nihil. With all these achievements, his net worth of $150 million is undoubted. In 2022, he starred in the mini-series “Puffins Impossible.”RM

BEN AFFLECK – $150 MILLION


After rekindling his romance with Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck has pulled out all the stops to make sure their relationship works this time around. The two were recently spotted home-hunting, checking out an exquisite Beverly Hills residence with its own boxing ring worth a cool $85 million.
According to the latest rumors, the Gone Girl actor has bought a beautiful 6.1-carat engagement ring and is all set to propose to the Jenny From the Block singer at any moment! With an estimated $150 million to his name, we doubt if Affleck would think twice before splashing that much cash for the woman he loves.

CHRIS EVANS – $80 MILLION


Chris Evans became a hero to children in America when he landed the role of World War 2 super-solider Captain America for the Marvel franchise. This wasn’t his first time putting on a spandex suit, as he has previously essayed the superhero in “Fantastic Four.” After moving on from Marvel, Evans has starred in “The Gray Man,” “Lightyear,” and “Knives Out.”

It has been reported that as Captain America, he made $300K for his first appearance and $15 million for his last appearance. Evans, who is known for being politically aware and vocal, launched A Starting Point, a website for civic conversation, in 2020.

RM – $20 MILLION

RM is a famous Korean rapper and the leader of BTS, which is one of the most popular bands in Korea. The boy band does almost everything, from dance, rap, songwriting, and singing. Speaking of rap, RM is arguably the best rapper in BTS, hence his full name, “Rap Monster.” Like the rest of the group, he regularly banks enormous checks.

RM has also enjoyed a successful solo career, releasing hits such as his second mixtape, “Mono,” which reached number one on Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart. He has a net worth of a whopping $20 million, which funds his luxurious lifestyle and numerous investments in real estate.

J HOPE – $26 MILLION

J-hope is an accomplished member of the well-known South Korean boy band, BTS. Since the band’s debut, he has been among the most influential members, perhaps due to his prowess as a singer, rapper, and even dancer. In their documentary, “Burn the Stage,” the other band members recognize him by saying they couldn’t ‘make it without him.’

After almost leaving BTS before its debut, J-Hope went on to become the wealthiest member, accumulating a net worth of $26 million. He also likes to see his money at work, considering his numerous properties, including a $2 million luxurious apartment and an extensive fashion wardrobe.

JUNGKOOK – $20 MILLION


Jungkook, also known as Jeon Jungkook, is part of one of Korea’s most successful bands of all time, BTS. The boy band’s devoted fanbase has contributed to its enormous success, which can also be seen in the individual successes of each member. Surprisingly, Jungkook did not even dream of being a K-pop star!

Jungkook has released several albums for the band, all of which sold well, so you can imagine how much money he pockets. Besides group work, he has also done several solos, mostly talking about his rise to fame. These endeavors have earned him a net worth of $20 million, which he invests in major company shares, so he will surely keep making a lot more.

SUGA – $20 MILLION


Suga is a Korean singer and songwriter who earned a name as part of the renowned South Korean boy band, BTS, widely known as the Bangtan Boys. All seven members of the band are among the richest K-pop idols. Although Suga is not the wealthiest, his net worth is up there near J-Hope.

He has a fortune of $20 million thanks to his role as the rapper in the band on their numerous popular hit songs. Suga also owns shares in HYBE labels, similar to the other group members. He spends his millions on a custom toy poodle collection worth thousands of dollars and giving back to society.

V – $20 MILLION


V is a Korean singer and songwriter known for singing in the South Korean boy band, BTS. The band is well known for its numerous hit albums, including “Wings,” “Love Yourself,” and “Dark and Wild.” Their success has also been replicated in tours worldwide, which have boosted every member’s fortune.

V is worth a whopping $20 million. This net worth was boosted significantly in 2020 when the band agreed to invest in the Korean stock exchange market. In its debut, BTS’s management company ended the day with a market cap of $4.1 billion. This meant V walked away with $7.9 million. The investment has continued to increase significantly.

HUGH JACKMAN – $180 MILLION

Portraying a Hollywood superhero for years is a guaranteed way of making millions in show business, and the Australian actor Hugh Jackman should know about it. He’s best known for being the man behind ‘Wolverine’, one of the most charismatic characters of the “X-Men” franchise.

Jackman’s Marvel flicks probably make for a huge portion of his $180 million net worth, but let’s not forget that this Aussie screen legend is as versatile as it gets! He also starred in musicals like “Les Misérables”, epic dramas like “Australia”, and sci-fi flicks such as the 2021 movie “Reminiscence.”

NICOLE KIDMAN – $250 MILLION


The star of the 2021 mini-series “Nine Perfect Strangers”, the Australian actress Nicole Kidman is one of the best-paid performers in Hollywood and she works extensively as a producer too. In 2020, she reportedly got a $1-million per episode deal to appear in “The Undoing.”

In the early ’00s, Kidman was said to land an average salary of $17.5 million per movie! In 2010, she founded Blossom Films, her own production company, which created films such as “Monte Carlo” and TV series such as “Big Little Lies” and the aforementioned “The Undoin

SCARLETT JOHANSSON – $165 MILLION


If you’re an A-list movie star who has her own superhero film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, dollar bills are usually the last thing on your mind. Since her acting debut in 1994 as a child actor, Scarlett Johansson has been a prominent figure in Hollywood.

Thanks to her role as Natasha Romanoff in the MCU, Johansson’s wealth has quickly risen to $165 million, although according to her latest lawsuit, Johansson is now asking for an even bigger paycheck. From traveling in private jets to owning homes in New York ($6 million), Los Angeles ($4 million), and the Hamptons ($2.2 million), the Lucy actress certainly likes to live in style.

RUBY ROSE – $2 MILLION


Australian model, television personality, DJ, and artist Ruby Rose is quite the all-rounder when it comes to Hollywood. She made headlines when she starred as the main protagonist in two seasons of “Batwoman” as Kate Kane in 2019 and 2020. She later revealed that she would be open to making a comeback on the hit superhero series in the future.

After finishing second during the 2002 Girlfriend Rimmel Model Search, Rose took up a career in modeling and became the face of brands like Maybelline New York in Australia. She is best known for playing Stella Carlin in the wildly popular prison-themed series “Orange Is the New Black.”

CHARLIZE THERON – $160 MILLION


The talented South African and American Charlize Theron is one of the best-paid actresses in the world. It’s therefore not surprising that her estimated net worth is $160 million. Theron started out as a model in her teenage years but couldn’t see that career path through.

After some encouragement from her mother, she headed to Los Angeles where she started her journey in the film industry which has yielded great returns today. She’s not only successful as an actress, but she’s also an ambassador and endorser for brands such as Christian Dior and Breitling. Among countless movie roles, she also starred in the 2021 sequel of Fast and Furious, “F9”.

LESLEY-ANN BRANDT – $75 MILLION


South African actress, Lesley-Ann Brandt has starred in numerous New Zealand TV series. She gained popularity for her role as Naevia, a slave girl, in “Spartacus: Blood and Sand”. She’s said to have an estimated net worth of $75 million.

After immigrating to New Zealand with her family, she worked in retail and also as an IT consultant before her short stint in modeling. After studying acting, she made her debut in the TV series, “Diplomatic Immunity” and from there she has starred in several other shows including Lucifer, that aired its final episode in 2021.

MEGAN FOX – $8 MILLION


Apart from her relationship with rapper Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Fox has been all over the news because her horror thriller action film “Till Death” came out in 2021. It surely added to her fortune of $8 million, which she still shares with Brian Austin Green, who she filed divorce from in November 2020.

The teen comedy “Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen” in 2004 saw Fox’s film debut. Three years later, and she would star alongside Shia LaBeouf in the blockbuster hit “Transformers.” Still, 2009’s “Jennifer’s Body” has got to be one of her most iconic movies.

KATE HUDSON – $80 MILLION


In September 2021, Kate Hudson wowed her fans upon showing off her toned legs on a limo ride while going to the Venice Film Festival. She was there as a promotional stunt for her film, “Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon.”

Hudson isn’t only an actress but also a producer and entrepreneur, so her $80-million net worth is justified. She rose to stardom in 2000 when she played the role of Penny Lane in the iconic “Almost Famous.” She’s come a long way since then, co-founding the subscription fashion company called Fabletics.

GRETA THUNBERG – $100K


Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has been a popular name in recent years, mainly because of her clamor for environmental change worldwide. She has traveled far and wide to further this cause, including her 2021 trip to Glasgow for the COP26 summit.

The teen is a staunch supporter of addressing climate change, for which she earned recognitions like the Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society. Thunberg has a fortune of $100K, perhaps a portion of which came from her media appearances, including in the 2020 music video for Pearl Jam’s “Retrograde.”

BRITNEY SPEARS – $215 MILLION


With more than 100 million records sold worldwide, Britney Spears is a pop sensation and one of the world’s best-selling artists. According to Forbes, at the height of her fame, Spears was the highest-paid musician in 2002 and 2012.

After a long and hard-fought battle over conservatorship against her own father, Spears’ fans breathed a sigh of relief when she won the court case earlier this week. After 13 years of controlling the Baby One More Time singer’s finances, Jamie Spears finally agreed to step down. He later revealed that his celebrity daughter needed help since she suffered from addiction and mental woes.

BILLIE EILISH – $30 MILLION


Billie Eilish’s debut album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? sold over 3.9 million copies and was the number 1 album of 2019. For her upcoming Apple TV+ documentary showcasing the singer’s life, Eilish reportedly struck a deal with Apple for an eye-watering $25 million.

Eilish is quite the quirky character when it comes to spending her riches (and that’s precisely why we adore her!). The Bad Guy singer has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on her sneaker and vehicle collection, including an Audi, a Mercedes-Benz, and a $50K Dodge Challenger.

MEGHAN MARKLE – $60 MILLION


According to Harper’s BAZAAR, Meghan Markle’s personal fortune in 2019 was a mere $2.2 million from her acting endeavors, with a recurring role in Suits contributing massively to this figure. Fast forward two years, and that number has now skyrocketed to an estimated $60 million.

In the past few years, the Duchess of Sussex and her husband, Prince Harry, have thrived financially following their exit from the Royal family. Following their highly-publicized move, called Megxit, the loved-up couple recently signed a production deal with Netflix and are currently working on their family-friendly animated series about the heroic adventures of a 12-year-old girl.