Joking Their Way To Millions: Net Worth Of Comedians

Published on 11/15/2017
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Stephen Colbert -$45 Million

Oh, Stephen Colbert – who hasn’t chuckled along with his sarcastic political humor while maybe learning a thing or two about the news at the same time? First on The Daily Show, then on The Colbert Report, and now on The Late Show, Colbert has mastered the political comedy game – and has the $15 million yearly salary to show for it. So far, he is worth $45 million, and his career is still young – get ready to keep laughing with Colbert as his earnings keep growing.

Stephen Colbert 45 Million

Stephen Colbert 45 Million

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Johnny Carson – $300 Million

Johnny Carson – the original comedic master. When he passed away in 2005, Carson was worth $300 million. A true expert at late night television, Carson was also truly a good person – he gave over half of his money to charity after his death. His donation of $156 million benefited dozens of charities, including (but certainly not limited to) the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles.

Undated Photo Of Johnny Carson On The Tonight Show

Undated Photo Of Johnny Carson On The Tonight Show

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