The highest-paid Hollywood actor in a given year is often the one who has starred in the highest-grossing films and commanded the highest fees for their acting roles. According to Forbes, the highest-paid Hollywood actors in 2021 were:
- Dwayne Johnson – $87.5 million
- Ryan Reynolds – $71.5 million
- Mark Wahlberg – $58 million
- Ben Affleck – $55 million
- Vin Diesel – $54 million
This list is based on estimates of the actors’ earnings from June 2020 to June 2021, and includes their salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures. It’s important to note that these figures are estimates and are not necessarily an accurate reflection of the actors’ actual earnings.
Dwayne Johnson
According to Forbes, Dwayne Johnson (also known as “The Rock”) was the highest-paid Hollywood actor in 2021, earning an estimated $87.5 million from June 2020 to June 2021. This income includes his salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures.
Johnson is known for his successful career as a professional wrestler and actor. He has appeared in a number of high-profile films, including the “Fast and Furious” franchise, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” and “Hobbs & Shaw.” He has also appeared in television shows, such as “Ballers” and “Young Rock.” In addition to his acting career, Johnson has endorsement deals with brands such as Under Armour and Ford, and has a production company, Seven Bucks Productions, which produces film and television content.
Ryan Reynolds
According to Forbes, Ryan Reynolds was the second highest-paid Hollywood actor in 2021, earning an estimated $71.5 million from June 2020 to June 2021. This income includes his salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures.
Reynolds is a Canadian actor who has appeared in a number of films, including “Deadpool,” “6 Underground,” and “The Proposal.” He has also appeared in television shows such as “Two Guys and a Girl” and “The X-Files.” In addition to his acting career, Reynolds has endorsement deals with brands such as Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile, and is a co-owner of the alcohol company, Aviation Gin.
Mark Wahlberg
According to Forbes, Mark Wahlberg was the third highest-paid Hollywood actor in 2021, earning an estimated $58 million from June 2020 to June 2021. This income includes his salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures.
Wahlberg is an American actor and producer who has appeared in a number of films, including “Ted,” “The Fighter,” and “The Departed.” He has also appeared in television shows such as “Entourage” and “Boardwalk Empire.” In addition to his acting career, Wahlberg has endorsement deals with brands such as AT&T and Calvin Klein, and is a co-owner of the burger chain, Wahlburgers. He also owns a production company, Closest to the Hole Productions, which produces film and television content.
Ben Affleck
According to Forbes, Ben Affleck was the fourth highest-paid Hollywood actor in 2021, earning an estimated $55 million from June 2020 to June 2021. This income includes his salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures.
Affleck is an American actor and filmmaker who has appeared in a number of films, including “Good Will Hunting,” “Argo,” and “Justice League.” He has also directed and produced a number of films, including “Gone Baby Gone,” “Argo,” and “The Town.” In addition to his acting and filmmaking career, Affleck has endorsement deals with brands such as Ford and Samsung, and is a co-owner of the production company, Pearl Street Films.
Vin Diesel
According to Forbes, Vin Diesel was the fifth highest-paid Hollywood actor in 2021, earning an estimated $54 million from June 2020 to June 2021. This income includes his salaries for acting roles as well as income from endorsements and other business ventures.
Diesel is an American actor and producer who is best known for his role as Dominic Toretto in the “Fast and Furious” film franchise. He has also appeared in films such as “XXX,” “The Chronicles of Riddick,” and “Guardians of the Galaxy.” In addition to his acting career, Diesel has endorsement deals with brands such as Nike and TAG Heuer, and is a co-founder of the production company, One Race Films.
