Who Will Be In The Top 30 Highest Paid And Richest Comedians Of All Time As Of 2023?

The comedy business has been expanding across all of its mediums - movies, TV series, podcasts, audio, YouTube, stand-up comedy, theater, and more. That is what has made comedians among the highest-paid and richest entertainers. What is the actual amount of money that well-known comedians earn? Who is the richest comedian in the world? You won't have to look far to discover your answers, though, as Forbes, a well-known American magazine, has compiled a list of the world's wealthiest comedians as of 2023. Let's find out who is the richest comedian in the world right now.

#1. Jerry Seinfeld

American comedian, TV producer, actor, and car collector, Jerry Seinfeld, is considered the King of Comedy in the US. He is regarded as the richest entertainer in the world. With Larry David, he co-created and co-wrote the comedy Seinfeld, where he played a fictitious version of himself and rose to fame. In addition, at the age of 64, Jerry Seinfeld is thought to have a net worth of $950 million.

#2. Matt Stone

American voice actor, comedian, and animator Matt. He rose to fame by helping to create the controversial and satirical South Park comic. In addition, he is well known for tackling social concerns on all of his social media channels. As of 2023, Stone is ranked the second richest comedian in the world with an estimated net worth of $700 million.

#3. Matt Groening

American cartoonist, animator, and novelist Groening also produce television. He has also received several accolades for notable programs, including 13 Primetime Emmy Awards. He is also revered for creating the well-known program The Simpsons. As of March 2023, Matt Groening’s net worth is $600 million.

#4. Trey Parker

With a net worth of $600 million, an American comedian, voice artist, director, and producer Trey Parker ranks 4th on the list. He is best known for co-creating South Park with Matt Stone. He has won 4 Emmy Awards and one Grammy Award for his work.

#5. Ellen DeGeneres

With a $500 million net worth, American comedian, TV host, actor, and writer Ellen DeGeneres is the fifth-richest comedian in the world. Due to the popularity of her television program, "The Ellen Show," she has a significant fan base. She is among the top comediennes in the world.

#6. Jay Leno

American stand-up comic and TV personality Jay Leno have a $400 million net worth. He is widely recognized for his work on NBC’s “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Jay remained the host of the Tonight Show for 17 consecutive years never taking a single day off. His dedication to his work has made him one of the world’s richest stand-up comedians.

#7. Byron Allen

Byron Allen, a comedian and TV producer from the United States, is ranked seventh on the list with a net worth of $450 million. His company Entertainment Studios is a television production company based in the US.

#8. Adam Sandler

Sandler is an American actor, comedian, and producer. Before moving to Hollywood, Adam first became well-known around the country as a cast member of Saturday Night Live. Over the years, he has been the highest-paid entertainer in the world with a net worth of $420 million.

#9. Bill Cosby

As the creator and star of The Cosby Show, Cosby is a well-known media figure and entertainment. His comedy albums have remained current throughout the years since he started out as a stand-up comedian in the 1960s. For his great efforts, he has also received several honors. William Henry Cosby Jr. is the 9th richest comedian in the world in 2023 with an estimated net worth of $400 million.

#10. David Letterman

American TV host, comedian, writer, and producer David Letterman is number 10 on the list of the wealthiest comedians in the world with a net worth of $400 million. Over the course of his 33-year career, he has taken part in a variety of late-night TV chat shows.

#11. Larry David

As of 2023, Larry has an estimated net worth of $400 million, making him the 11th richest comedian in the world. Seinfeld, possibly the most well-known American comedy of all time, was co-produced by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld.

#12. Seth MacFarlane

Seth is a singer, songwriter, actor, and filmmaker who produces TV shows in the United States. He is well-known for having created The Family Guy, a popular animated series that ran on television from 1999 to 2003 and from 2005 to the present. He is also well-known for his abilities as an actor and songwriter. Today Seth MacFarlane has a net worth estimated to be $300 million

#13. Dan Aykroyd

Aykroyd, a comedian, and accomplished actor come in at number 13 on the list with a net worth of $200 million. He is so well-known among us because of his work on “Saturday Night Live.” He has also worked on well-known films including “Ghostbusters” and “My Girl.”

#14. Kevin Hart

American comedian, actor, producer, and spokesperson Hart. He is most recognized for his roles in the movies Serious Funny and I’m a Grown Little Man. He ranks as one of the wealthiest black comedians and is among the highest-paid performers in the world with a net worth of $200 million.

#15. Ray Romano

Romano is a multi-talented actor who is renowned for his amazing multitasking skills in screenwriting, stand-up comedy, and voice acting. He has also designated the voice as one of the franchise's leading actors. His social media channels, where he charges hundreds of dollars for each post, are also highly recognized. The current value of Ray Romano's net worth is about $200 million.

#16. Steve Harvey

American novelist, actor, and comedian Steve Harvey. He became well-known for his acting work in the TV comedy series “The Steve Harvey Show.” Since then, Steve Harvey has amassed an amazing fortune that is said to be worth $200 million. He comes in at number sixteen.

#17. Bill Murray

Bill Murray, an actor, and comedian ranked 17th on the list with a net worth of $180 million. Through NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” he first came to public attention. Since then, he has appeared in several films, including GhostBusters, Groundhog Day, and Caddyshack.

#18. Drew Carey

American actor, comedian, and TV personality Drew Carey come in at number 18 on the list with a net worth of $165 million. The Drew Carey Show is Carey’s most well-known program. He now serves as the show’s host.

#19. Sacha Baron Cohen

Sacha is an English actor, comedian, and writer. He is well known for playing the humorous fictional characters Ali G, Bruno Gehard, and Borat Sagdiyev. He is also widely recognized for having millions of followers on social media. As of March 2023, Sacha Baron Cohen’s net worth is estimated to be $160 million, ranked as No. 19 on this richest comedians list.

#20. Stefan Raab

Stefan Raab, a German comedian, performer, singer, and TV personality is ranked 20th on the list with a net worth of $160 million. His career began with the comedy program Vivasion. Since 1999, he has been a “TV Total” host.

#21. Terry Fator

Terry Fator is a ventriloquist artist and a stand-up comedian he was born in 1965 in Texas. Terry Fator uses 15 different puppets in his act and he won Season 2 of America’s Got Talent and received a $1,000,000 prize. He is also ranked as the world’s highest-paid comedian with a net worth of around $160 million.

#22. Conan O’Brien

O’Brien is a writer, producer, comedian, and television host from the United States. For over three decades, he presented several iterations of a late-night humor talk program. With a net worth of $150 million, he is regarded as one of the top hosts in the business and has met celebrities from all over the world.

#23. Rowan Atkinson

Rowan Atkinson, better known by his stage name Mr. Bean, is a British actor and comedian who ranks 23rd on the list of the wealthiest comedians in the world with a net worth of $150 million. In addition to his well-known roles as “Mr. Bean” and “Johnny English,” he also became wealthy through the movie industry.

#24. Bill Maher

American comedian, presenter, and actor Maher come in at number 24 on the list with a net worth of $140 million. His wit and humor are highly renowned. The HBO talk program “Real Time with Bill Maher” is where he gained fame.

#25. Jeff Dunham

American comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham. He has made appearances on a number of television programs, including The Tonight Show, The Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central Presents, and Sonny with a Chace. One of the greatest ventriloquists ever, according to many.

#26. Ricky Gervais

Who is the wealthiest comic in Britain? British-born actor, comedian, writer, and director Gervais also works in movies. He became the richest British performer when he created the television series The Office, which contributed to the great majority of his personal worth. The program has grown to be among the most successful in history. With a net worth of $140 million, Gervais ranks 26th on the list.

#27. Steve Martin

The comedian, actor, writer, and musician Steve Martin hails from the United States. The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour was where he initially attracted recognition as a performer and writer (1968-1969). Also, he’s hosted 15 episodes of Saturday Night Live. Ricky Gervais’ net worth was around $140 million.

#28. Jon Stewart

A comedian, actor, and political satirist from the United States, Stewart is ranked number 28 on the list with a net worth of $120 million. His first job on TV came to him in 1989. From 1999 to 2015, he served as the host of “The Daily Show,” which helped make him well-known.

#29. Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry is best known for playing the role of Chandler Bing on the sitcom Friends. However, he has also made appearances in a number of other TV series and movies, including Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Go On, and the motion pictures Fools Rush In and The Whole Nine Yards. As of March 2023, Matthew Perry’s net worth is estimated to be $120 million. 

#30. Martin Lawrence

With a net worth of $110 million, actor and stand-up comedian Martin Lawrence ranks number 30 on the list. Do you know that Lawrence has a hit TV show called “Martin”?

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