As the oldest and largest film industry in the world, Hollywood is home to a myriad of talented actors and the dream of many ambitious young talents. However, only a handful of aspiring actors manage to stand the test of time and carve a successful career in acting, catapulting them to the rank of Hollywood stars.

As fans, we are always fascinated by the exuberant glamor exuding from those Hollywood stars. These celebrities boast not only an enviable career glittered with achievements but also a highly-coveted lifestyle, thanks to the fortune they rake in after years in the industry. From Hollywood high-profile stars with decades-long careers such as Robert de Niro and Tom Cruise to lesser-known figures like Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, these are the current top 20 richest actors in the world.

Net worth: $260 million

It goes without saying that Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most talented and successful actors in Hollywood's history. The 47-year-old star burst into the public eye with his portrayal of Jack in the cult movie Titanic, which earned him many follow-up roles in Wolf of Wall Street or Cath Me If You Can. His other prominent films include Romeo and Juliet, The Basketball Diaries, and Shutter Island to name just a few.

Boasting a glorious career glittering with prizes and awards, the Oscar-winning actor has earned a whopping amount of $260 million, most of which comes from his salaries. However, the celebrated actor also makes a huge fortune from endorsements, real estate investments, and venture capital stakes.

Net worth: $300 Million

Brad Pitt has always been a household name for avid fans of the silver screen, with prominent roles in Legends of the Fall, Fight Club, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Moneyball. Brad first made a name for himself when he starred in the Academy-Award-winning 1992 film A River Runs Through It and received critical praise for his performance.

As one of the most famous and highest-paid entertainers in the world, it's no wonder that Brad Pitt appears on this list. His salaries from the films, coupled with an impressive portfolio of real estate, earned the actor $300 million in net worth.

Net worth: $300 Million

The Iron Man is undoubtedly one of the most iconic faces of the capital of film, with major roles in cult films such as Iron Man, Sherlock Holmes, and other films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The 57-year-old star burst into the acting scene at a very young age, following in the footstep of his father, who was also a famous writer, actor, and director. However, his early rise to success was marred by drug abuse and addiction, which even landed Robert in prison.

Despite rough patches in his early career, Robert has overcome those issues and re-established himself as one of the highest-paid actors in history. His role in Iron Man 2 alone earned the Dolittle actor $10 million, contributing to his net worth of $300 million.

Net worth: $350 Million

First rising to fame as a rapper, Will Smith only became an A-list star after he pursued a professional acting career. The Gettin' Jiggy With It rapper first burst onto the acting scene in the cult series The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. Following the success of the TV series, Will Smith went on to secure Bad Boys (1995), Independence Day (1996), Men in Black (1997), and Hitch (2005). The 53-year-old actor also earned Oscar nominations for Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness.

At the peak of his career between 1993 and 2013, Will earned around $200 million in salaries and bonuses, contributing to his current net worth of $350 million. It's revealed that Smith earned a total payday of $60 million for his role in the Warner Brothers' movie King Richard.

Net worth: $350 Million

Michael Douglas is an American veteran actor with a career spanning over five decades. The 77-year-old star is most famous for his roles in Wall Street, Fatal Attraction, Wonder Boys, and Behind the Candelabra. Apart from his venerable career, Douglas also makes a huge fortune from his real estate investments. He previously owned a 13-acre property in NY's Westchester County, selling it in 2019 for $20.5 million.

Net worth: $350 million

American actor, director, and producer Tom Hanks is inevitably one of Hollywood's most respected actors. Mostly starring in insignificant films in his early years, Tom Hanks made a name for himself in Penny Marshall's Big (1988). Following the film's tremendous success, Hanks went on to star in various films of different genres. However, it was not until Hanks landed a major role in the phenomenal box office success Forrest Gump (1994) that he rose to superstardom. Overall, Tom Hanks has an impressive collection of iconic films under his belt, which earned him a total net worth of $400 million

Net worth: $350 million.

Sean Connery was one of Hollywood's most iconic faces, who was probably most famous for his portrayal of the secret agent James Bond. His performance was so excellent that the actor was called 'the greatest James Bond of them all'. Aside from playing in spy movies, Sean Connery also made several appearances in films like Robin and Marian, The Name of the Rose, The Untouchables, The Hunt for Red October, Indiana Jones, and the Last Crusade. His decades-long acting career earned Connery an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and a BAFTA Award, and a total net worth of $350 million. Connery passed away in his sleep on October 31, 2020, due to pneumonia.

Net worth: $360 million

Despite his reputation as one of the most modest and generous celebrities in Hollywood, Keanu Reeves boasts a highly desirable career that has earned him a total net worth of $360 million. The 57-year-old actor has proved himself a box office draw with prominent roles in blockbusters such as Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, Speed, The Matrix, and John Wick. Apart from his acting career, Reeves also makes his fortune as a director, with his directorial debut in 2013 with Man of Tai Chi.

Net worth: $370 million

The only Asia-born actor on this list, Jackie Chan prides himself on having a glorious career spanning multiple decades. The 68-year-old Hong Kong-born actor is most famous for his Kung-Fu, martial arts, and action movies such as Karate Kid, Police Story, and Rush Hour.

Between June 2019 and June 2020, the Karate Kid star earned $40 million, contributing to his $370 million net worth. Aside from his acting career, Jackie Chan is also the founder of his own production company, Golden Way, and another casting agency, Jackie's Angels.

Net worth: $375 million

It's undeniable that Clint Eastwood is a long-lasting cultural icon of masculinity, thanks to his remarkable roles in Western movies and shows. The 92-year-old actor's name has become synonymous with the genre, with cult movies such as Sergio Leone's Dollars Western trilogy and Dirty Harry throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Despite his age, Eastwood is still active in his career, with his most recent acting role in the film Cry Macho (2021). The Gran Torino star has amassed a fortune of $375 million in his career.

Net worth: $400 million

Most famous for his role in the Terminator franchise, Arnold Schwarzenegger is one of the few Hollywood stars who proudly achieve success in every venture. Apart from being a sought-after actor, the Conan the Barbarian alum was also a prominent body-builder and even a much-respected political figure. From 2003 to 2001, Arnold served as Governor of California.

At the peak of his career, Arnold earned a whopping amount of $20 million per film. With his rising fame in the bodybuilding world, Arnold easily became the top-of-mind choice for action movies, winning roles in The Terminator, The Running Man, Red Heat, and The Predator. His acting career, as well as other real estate investments, has helped him earn a total net worth of $400 million.

Net worth: $400 million

One of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood, Sylvester Stallon is widely known for his portrayal of legendary boxer Rocky Balboa in the Rocky franchise and war veteran John Rambo in the Rambo franchise. Unlike most of his colleagues on this list, the 76-year-old actor also co-wrote and co-produced many of his major blockbusters, thus increasing his overall income. The Demolition Man star also owned Balboa Productions, a film production studio founded in 2018, with notable productions such as Creed II, Rambo V, and The Expendables 4. His acting career earned Stallone a net worth of $400 million.

Net worth: $400 million

One of the wealthiest and most-award-nominated actors Hollywood ever boasts, Jack Nicholson is famous for his iconic roles in The Shining, As Good As It Gets, and Batman. During his decades-long career, the 85-year-old actor appeared in more than sixty films and received twelve Academy Awards nominations - a record for a male actor. Apart from acting, Nicholson funds part of his $400 million net worth from real estate investment and art collection. His art collection alone is worth an estimated $100 million, with notable works by Picasso, Matisse, and Rodin,

Net worth: $400 million

While he may be lesser known to European and American moviegoers, Amitabh Bachchan is a big cheese in Asian cinema and specifically, Bollywood. The 79-year-old is a revered icon in India's film industry, garnering a reputation for his action films, such as Zanjeer (1973), Deewar (1975), Sholay (1975), and Don (1978). After retiring from the silver screen, Bachchan continued to appear as host of India's popular TV show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? in the 2000s. Totally, the Indian actor has raked in a net worth of $400 million.

Net worth: $420 million

Undoubtedly one of Hollywood's greatest comedy actors, Adam Sandler makes a name for himself with roles in light-hearted slapsticks and romantic comedies such as Anger Management, 50 First Dates, Jack and Jill, Click, and Grown Ups. In addition to his acting career, the 55-year-old star has made several comedy albums, including the Grammy-nominated They're All Gonna Laugh At You. In 2022, it is estimated that Sandler's net worth sits at $420 million.

Net worth: $425 million

Australian/American actor Mel Gibson is one of the world's most successful actors and directors of his generation. He rose to mainstream media in 1979 with Mad Max, before reprising the role in Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior. The franchise's tremendous success catapulted Gibson to superstardom. Later in his career, Gibson made a crossover to directing, achieving massive success with The Passion Of The Christ. In addition to acting, Gibson is also an investment juggernaut, owning multiple properties in Malibu, Los Angeles, Costa Rica, and Fiji.

Net worth: $500 million

One of cinema's greatest actors, Robert De Niro is famous for his roles in classic cults, such as Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, Goodfellas, and The Godfather II. Almost every film with De Niro's appearance received critical acclaim from experts, earning the 78-year-old legend a huge fortune. Outside of acting, the Raging Bull star is also the co-founder of the luxury Nobu restaurant chain, with more than 40 locations around the world. Totally, his net worth is estimated to be $500 million.

Net worth: $500 million

A highly sought-after A-list star, George Clooney has netted a fortune of over $500 million, reportedly earning at least $20 million for a single film role. The 61-year-old actor is best known for his roles in the Ocean's Eleven films and TV series ER, garnering $100,000 per episode for the latter. The Batman & Robin star was also the co-founder of the tequila brand Casamigos Tequila, before selling it to Diageo for $1 billion in 2017.

Net worth: $500 million

The second richest actor in the world, Tom Cruise is no stranger to moviegoers and fans of the silver screen. The 60-year-old actor is the star of several box office hits, such as Risky Business, A Few Good Men, The Firm, Jerry Maguire, and the Mission: Impossible franchise. His most recent film, Top Gun: Maverick (2022) became the star's first major blockbuster to net $1 billion at the box office. The Rain Main star is also the founder of Cruise/Wagner Productions, which has produced $3 billion worldwide so far.

Net worth: $600 million

Widely regarded as the 'The King of Bollywood', Shahrukh Khan has appeared in over 80 Bollywood films, most of which are major box office hits. The 56-year-old actor starred in various Indian blockbusters, including Darr, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, and Chak De! India. Aside from acting, Khan is also the co-owner of the Indian Premier League cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders and the Caribbean Premier League team Trinbago Knight Riders. His strong on-screen presence, coupled with endorsement deals, has earned Khan a massive fortune of $600 million.