The entertainment industry still lavishes grand paychecks on the most prominent stars as platforms and their billions stream in, box office behemoths boom, and most deals moonwalk around. Although data on earnings per year is not official until later in the year, projections and industry data already show which top actors have earned the most so far. From action franchises and award-winning turns to shrewd business moves, these top ten actors are leading the financial charge in Hollywood.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
Dwayne Johnson still rules as one of Hollywood’s highest-paid stars. His winning formula of hood-rat roles with muscle, charisma, and business acumen, especially via his production company, Seven Bucks Productions, keeps him up there. By 2025, those earnings will be driven by a worldwide box office hit, several endorsements, and active streaming deals. He remains a reliable go-to actor for big-budget films and original properties on significant platforms like Amazon Prime and Netflix.
Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds was on a one-hot streak heading into 2025 with a combination of comedy, action, and smart marketing. Since the success of the Deadpool franchise, Reynolds has become a go-to collaborator for Hollywood studios and streaming platforms. His income this year comes not only from a handful of high-paying roles but also from business holdings in several companies, including Aviation Gin and creative agency Maximum Effort, which have helped keep him partnered with lucrative advertising campaigns.
Kevin Hart
The comedian and actor Kevin Hart is on top of the world thanks to a combination of stand-up specials, film roles, and business ventures. In 2025, his partnership with Netflix continued, with new comedy specials and a drama film showing his comedy and serious acting range. He earns millions from brand endorsements alone, as well as from his HartBeat media company and fitness brand.
Jerry Seinfeld
Jerry Seinfeld, best known for his work on TV, will still earn big in 2025 due to the sheer value of the licensing and streaming rights to Seinfeld, which is still a massive performing title across several platforms. Seinfeld’s live comedy tours, book deals, and behind-the-scenes production work also add earnings. His longevity and shrewd handling of intellectual property cement his inclusion on this list.
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Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman is back in the mega-franchise saddle with a new Marvel-adjacent project that’s taken the box office by storm in 2025. High upfront fees, backend profit participation, and extensive appeal in various genres, from musicals to superhero flicks, ensure that Jackman’s earnings remain sky-high. He is also busy with his theater projects and has partnered with various brands that add to his impressive annual haul.
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt is still a Hollywood heavy hitter with box office clout and critical acclaim. He leads two major films in 2025, one of which was a global hit. His production company, Plan B Entertainment, is also a significant income source for him, producing films up for Oscars and popular series for streaming. The combination of Pitt’s talent for massively commercial hits, the clout of the Project, goodwill with audiences, and artistic projects such as the hugely influential films that got phenomenal reviews and prestige has given him a solid and consistent financial underpinning.
George Clooney
George Clooney transitioned seamlessly from working full-time as an actor to one as an entertainment and business mogul. He picks and chooses many of the movies he still directs and serves as a producer on many significant projects. His continued success with Casamigos tequila and other investments guarantees that he will be one of Hollywood’s highest-paid figures in 2025.
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman is one of the top-paid actresses in Hollywood, thanks to a steady stream of leading roles in high-profile films, lucrative streaming series, and endorsement deals. She has brands bolstered by ongoing work with HBO and in excellent dramas. Kidman is also in line for production credits via her own firm, Blossom Films, which will create a lucrative additional income stream in 2025.
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Adam Sandler
He’s not only been a Netflix powerhouse since 2015, but as of 2025, Adam Sandler is also releasing multiple original films and comedy specials that, in turn, keep adding to his earnings on the streaming platform. His longstanding deal with the streaming giant has been lucrative, and his fanbase is loyal and global. The production credits, creative control, and steady output of Sandler movies have kept him among the highest-earning people in the business.
Will Smith
After controversy hung over Smith in previous years, though, the actor returned in 2025 as a major box-office draw in a big action movie and an autobiographical limited series. Most importantly, though, his return was calculated and well executed, and he benefited from good PR and strong content. Smith’s earnings extend beyond acting dollars through music ventures, brand endorsements, and his production company, Westbrook Studios, which has produced hit streaming and film content for years.
While actual final earnings for this full year won’t be clear until late 2025, these ten actors have taken the early lead on the financial charts on the strength of blockbuster deals, their brands, and wise business diversification. Their remaining power shows that star power, when matched to strategy, still pays off big-time in Hollywood.
