- Estimated Net Worth: $200 million
- Claims to Fame: Star of Everybody Loves Raymond, actor, writer
Everybody loves Ray Romano, and so does his bank account. The star of the hit sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond became one of TV’s highest-paid actors, earning up to $1.8 million per episode at the peak of the show’s success.
Romano didn’t just stop at sitcoms. He’s proven his talents on the big screen (in movies like The Big Sick and Ice Age) and as a writer. With a cool $200 million under his belt, Romano has secured his legacy as a true comedy powerhouse.
- Estimated Net Worth: $200 million
- Claims to Fame: Family Feud host, comedian, and motivational speaker
Steve Harvey is more than just a comedian. The man is an empire. While many know him as the sharp and hilarious host of Family Feud, Harvey’s talents stretch beyond game shows. His books (Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man) and relationship advice have landed him on bestseller lists and morning TV shows alike.
Beyond the laughs, Harvey has proven himself as a savvy businessman with multiple TV deals, endorsements, and a production company. Whether he’s cracking jokes or giving life advice, Harvey’s $200 million net worth only seems to climb higher.
- Estimated Net Worth: $200 million
- Claims to Fame: Late-night talk shows, comedy writer, and producer
Conan O’Brien may have started as a behind-the-scenes comedy writer for Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons, but when he took over as a late-night host, his quick wit and self-deprecating humor won millions of fans. His late-night run spanned nearly three decades with shows like Late Night, The Tonight Show, and Conan.
After leaving late-night TV, Conan shifted gears with his successful podcast Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, partnerships with HBO Max, and ongoing ventures through his production company, Team Coco. With $200 million in the bank, Conan’s reign as one of the funniest and richest comedians lives on.
- Estimated Net Worth: $250 million
- Claims to Fame: Ghostbusters co-creator, actor, musician, and entrepreneur
Who you gonna call? Dan Aykroyd! Famous for co-writing and starring in Ghostbusters, this Saturday Night Live alum has been a force in Hollywood for decades. His comedic timing and love for the supernatural made Ghostbusters a billion-dollar franchise, cementing his place in comedy history.
But Aykroyd didn’t stop with Hollywood. He’s also a successful entrepreneur, co-founding the Crystal Head Vodka brand. His iconic blend of comedy and business acumen has ensured his net worth hovers around an impressive $250 million.
- Estimated Net Worth: $300 million
- Claims to Fame: Creator of Family Guy, voice actor, writer, and singer
Seth MacFarlane is the mastermind behind the crude yet clever humor of Family Guy, American Dad, and The Cleveland Show. His knack for blending humor with borderline outrageous content has made him a household name and one of the wealthiest figures in animation.
But that’s not all! MacFarlane’s golden touch extends to music and film. He’s directed hit movies like Ted and even released Grammy-nominated jazz albums. With so many irons in the fire, it’s no surprise he’s sitting pretty on a $300 million fortune.
- Estimated Net Worth: $400 million
- Claims to Fame: Late-night TV legend, producer, and Emmy winner
Most people know David Letterman as a late-night TV host, but they don’t know that he reinvented it. With over 30 years at the helm of iconic shows like Late Night with David Letterman and The Late Show, he became one of the most recognized faces on television.
Post-retirement, Letterman hasn’t slowed down. Between his Netflix series My Next Guest Needs No Introduction and his production company Worldwide Pants, he continues to rake in major earnings. Add some lucrative endorsements into the mix, and you’ve got a comedy kingpin with a jaw-dropping $400 million net worth.
- Net Worth: $400 million
- Claim to Fame: Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm
Larry David can easily make anyone laugh. It gives us a reason to rewatch his sitcoms over and over again. As the co-creator of Seinfeld, he’s earned enough syndication royalties to last several lifetimes.
And Curb Your Enthusiasm? It’s another masterclass in comedy that’s secured his spot as one of the greatest comedic minds of all time. We’re sure if he did stand-up still, he’d have sold out stadiums, and we’d definitely be in the crowd.
- Net Worth: $440 million
- Claim to Fame: Saturday Night Live, Box Office Comedies
Adam Sandler has come a long way from his SNL days. With hits like Happy Gilmore and Billy Madison, he built a comedic empire. Nowadays, his lucrative Netflix deals totaling around $250 million and several movies later, and he’s added millions to his fortune.
Adam’s mix of nostalgia and business sense has kept him both relevant and ridiculously rich. Recently, he’s moved away from his classic Eight Crazy Nights kinda humor and more into something that his kids can watch.
- Net Worth: $450 million
- Claim to Fame: Stand-Up Comedy, Box Office Hits
Kevin Hart has become one of Hollywood’s go-to names for comedy. From sold-out stand-up tours to blockbuster hits like Jumanji, there’s little he hasn’t achieved.
But Hart doesn’t stop at comedy. He’s a savvy entrepreneur, launching ventures like HartBeat Productions, a tequila brand, and even a fitness company. This man proves that hard work always pays off.
- Net Worth: $450 million
- Claim to Fame: The Tonight Show, Stand-Up Comedy
Sure, Jay Leno is known for his late-night banter, but he’s also one of the hardest-working comedians in the biz. Despite his gig hosting The Tonight Show for more than 20 years, Jay famously continued touring as a stand-up comedian to avoid dipping into his paycheck.
Known for his love of classic cars – his garage is equally famous – Jay has turned his decades-long career into a $450 million empire.
- Net Worth: $500 million
- Claim to Fame: The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Stand-Up Comedy
Ellen skyrocketed to household-name status with her beloved daytime talk show. But before that, she was crushing it as a stand-up comedian and sitcom star. Hosting The Ellen DeGeneres Show for nearly two decades brought her insane ad deals and millions in production rights.
Ellen has also cemented her brand with ventures in home design, pet products, and even lifestyle books. At $500 million, Ellen has plenty of reasons to dance up and down that stage.
- Net Worth: $600 million
- Claim to Fame: The Simpsons, Animated TV Pioneer
What started as a quirky comic strip transformed into the longest-running primetime scripted show in history. That’s right, Matt Groening is the mastermind behind The Simpsons, the yellow family that made Springfield (and Matt) iconic.
Between syndication royalties, Futurama, and tons of merchandising deals, he’s carved out a golden legacy. Fun fact? Even Bart Simpson would have a hard time spending this fortune.
- Net Worth: $600 million
- Claim to Fame: South Park, The Book of Mormon
Where there’s Matt Stone, there’s Trey Parker. The two have been partners-in-comedy since South Park first shocked audiences in 1997. Trey’s knack for satirical humor and storylines has not only earned him Emmy Awards but a fortune to go along with them.
He also co-wrote The Book of Mormon, which became a financial and critical smash hit on Broadway. By combining crass humor with sharp commentary, Trey has cemented himself as a comedic genius and one of the wealthiest entertainers alive.
- Net Worth: $700 million
- Claim to Fame: South Park, Writing, Producing
Together with Trey Parker, Matt Stone co-created South Park, one of the most irreverent and culturally significant shows of our time. Over 25 years later, it’s still going strong, and Matt’s rolling in cash thanks to their revolutionary deal with HBO Max.
But Matt isn’t just about cashing checks. He’s also dabbled heavily in Broadway and has dived into streaming rights negotiations that have sealed his spot on this list. Comedy + business savvy = $700 million and counting.
- Net Worth: $900 million
- Claim to Fame: Seinfeld, Stand-Up Comedy
Jerry Seinfeld needs no introduction. His sitcom, aptly named Seinfeld, revolutionized TV comedy in the ‘90s and continues to rake in millions through syndication. Behind the scenes, Jerry negotiated one of the most lucrative deals in television history.
It’s not just the “show about nothing” that’s padded his bank account. Jerry’s stand-up tours, Netflix specials, and endorsements have all contributed to his nearly billion-dollar net worth. Considering his obsession with classic Porsches, he’ll need all that money and poor to support his habit.
