These are the 10 highest-earning actresses in Hollywood, according to Forbes
Each year, Forbes magazine publishes the list of top-earning actors and actresses in Hollywood. On this occasion, the list was measured for a period of twelve months - which began on June 1, 2016 - and based on data from Nielsen, ComScore, Box Office Mojo, IMDB and interviews with industry personalities. This was the result of extensive work:
Emma Stone (26 million):
The actress, who won her first Oscar this year for La La Land (2016), tops the millionaire list with a profit of 26 million dollars. At just 28 years old, Emma Stone is one of the queens of the industry. According to Forbes, much of her earnings are from her role as Mia in the Damien Chazelle film, which grossed $ 445 million at the global box office.
Jennifer Aniston (25.5 million):
Despite not having participated in blockbuster movies in recent years, much of the Friends actress's earnings come from her endorsements with companies such as Emirates Airlines, Smartwater and Aveeno. In addition, the Living Proof line of hair care, which Aniston owned, was sold to Unilever for a large sum of money.
Jennifer Lawrence (24 million):
In 2016 and 2015, Jennifer Lawrence was the highest paid actress in Hollywood. However, despite having dropped only two notches on the list, she still ranks as one of the highest paid in the industry thanks to her constant blockbuster movie projects. After passing through Passengers (2016) and X-Men: Apocalypse (2016); this year the actress will be part of Mother! with Darren Aronofsky, the thriller Red Sparrow and will continue its sponsorship with Dior.
Melissa McCarthy ($ 18 million):
Last year she was second on the list and today she continues as one of the highest paid women in Hollywood. In 2016 alone, the actress and comedian appeared in the films The Boss, Ghostbusters, and Central Intelligence. However, her true fortune lies in her role as a businesswoman and fashion designer: McCarthy founded Seven 7, a clothing line specializing in plus-size women.
Mila Kunis (15.5 million):
The Ukrainian actress rose to world fame with That '70s Show -where she also participated with her husband, actor Ashton Kutcher-, but it was thanks to her passage through romantic comedies -and some action films- that allowed her to amass a great fortune. In addition, she has been the face of luxury jewelry Gemfieds and has worked with Jim Beam whiskey.
Emma Watson (14 million):
Timeless Hermione Granger from the Harry Potter saga and human rights activist Emma Watson is the surprise on the list this year. And it is that the actress reaped notable success with her participation in Beauty and the Beast, which grossed 1.26 billion dollars worldwide - and became the highest grossing film this year. In addition, throughout her career, Watson has also been the face of brands such as Lancôme or Burberry.
Charlize Theron (14 million):
Very on par with the leading roles that the actress has cultivated throughout her career - it would suffice to mention her last appearance in Atomic Blonde (2017) -, Theron has also been quite successful as a producer, through her company Denver and Delilah. This has allowed her to consolidate her success and fortune.
Cate Blanchet (12 million):
Cate Blanchett never stops. This year alone the actress has participated in Red, Thor: Ragnarok and Song to Song; And, for next year, her appearance in Ocean’s Eight, Where’d You Go, Bernadette? and Jungle Book: Origins. This year, in addition, the actress made her Broadway debut with The Present - an adaptation of Chekhov by Andrew Upton, her husband.
Julia Roberts (12 million):
The Oscar winner for Best Actress for Erin Brockovich (2000) has not only ventured into film with the right foot, but also into streaming television. This year, Amazon decided to pre-buy two seasons of Homecoming, a psychological thriller that will feature Roberts as the title character. Along with her role as an actress, Roberts has also been the advertising face of the Lancôme firm.
Amy Adams (11.5 million):
Last year the Italian actress had important protagonists in Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Arrival and Nocturnal Animals; and this year the success is repeated with her participation as Lois Lane in Justice League (2017). In addition, this year she received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, establishing herself as an industry leader.
