October 04, 2024 12:20 PM IST
A man who has only one hit film series is the richest actor in the world, he has more money than even superstars Shah Rukh Khan, Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson and Johnny Depp.
You say the phrase ‘world’s richest actor’ and the usual suspects come to your mind. Some of the most successful actors in the world – like Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp, Dwayne Johnson and Shah Rukh Khan – are also among the richest. And sure, they are among the richest people, but not absolute rich. This honor goes to the man who has only one hit film series, and yet he is above these superstars. ,Also read: Shahrukh Khan debuts in Hurun India list with net worth 7,300 crores,
The richest actor in the world is…
Tyler Perry is the surprising name that tops the list of richest male actors in the world. The actor, filmmaker and playwright is a billionaire. According to several sources (Bloomberg, Forbes), his net worth is approximately $1.4 billion ( 11,500 crore), more than any other male actor in the world. Another surprising name – comedian Jerry Seinfeld – comes in at second place with a net worth of $1 billion.
These two are followed by superstars Dwayne Johnson ($890 million), Shahrukh Khan ($870 million) and Tom Cruise ($800 million). Perry is best known for creating and portraying the character of Mabel ‘Madea’ Simmons in the hit comedy franchise Medea. The series consists of 12 live-action films, 11 dramas, and a group of TV productions. But apart from this series, Perry has done very little work in films.
It should be noted that this is not a comprehensive list of the richest actors in the world, but only a list of male actors. If female actors are also included, Jamie Gertz (with a whopping net worth of $8 billion) tops the list, while Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez – both billionaires – also feature in the top five.
How Tyler Perry made billions of dollars
Tyler Perry’s money comes from the world of entertainment but not just from acting. According to Forbes, he has earned $320 million (approximately) 2,679 crore) as the creator and producer of Madea and his other films and dramas. Perry is one of the only actors in Hollywood to own his own studio, allowing him to produce material in-house and eliminate the middleman. Additionally, they also have a deal with media giant ViacomCBS, which gives them a 25% stake in the BET+ platform worth $60 million (more). 500 crores). Forbes also reports that Tyler Perry is worth $300 million (approximately) 2,511 crore) in “cash and investments” and $40 million (approx.). 334 crore) in “homes and toys”. All this together makes him the richest actor in the world.
Tyler Perry also has a relationship with Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife, former actor Meghan Markle. When the couple first visited America they stayed in one of Perry’s houses (read villas).
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