20 highest-paid Hollywood actors of all time

Modified Oct 07, 2024 13:03 ET

Samuel L Jackson, Ryan Reynolds, and Adam Sandler are among the highest paid Hollywood actors (Images via Instagram/@samuelljackson, @vancityreynolds, and @adamsandler) — Samuel L. Jackson, Ryan Reynolds, and Adam Sandler are among the highest paid Hollywood actors (Images via Instagram/@samuelljackson, @vancityreynolds, and @adamsandler)

1. Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. in Oppenheimer (Image via Syncopy and Universal Pictures)

Robert Downey Jr.’s net worth stands at $300 million, with earnings between $20-40 million per film, according to Forbes.

His financial success speaks to both his box office appeal and business acumen, as his career resurgence with the Iron Man role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe turned him into one of the highest-paid actors of all time. His portrayal of Tony Stark not only cemented his place as a cornerstone of the MCU but also elevated the superhero genre, making him a cultural icon.

In 2023, Downey took on a supporting role in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, reminding audiences of his dramatic talent outside superhero roles. He remains a highly sought-after actor across genres.

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