Richest Actor In The World Is Worth Approximately $3 Billion But Most People Won't Recognize Her

By Khadija Pervez in Showbiz On 22nd July 2024
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When asked to name the wealthiest actor in the world, you might think of Dwayne Johnson or Tom Cruise.

Perhaps even Margot Robbie, given her recent success with "Barbie" last year.

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However, the reality is quite surprising. The richest actor on the planet isn't someone you're likely familiar with.

Jami Gertz, recognized for her roles in films and TV series from the 1980s to the 2000s, unexpectedly holds the title of the wealthiest actor globally.

Jami Gertz played Star in The Lost Boys. Warner Bros

Over the years, Jami Gertz has appeared in notable films such as "Twister," "The Lost Boys," "Still Standing," and "Sixteen Candles." 

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Her latest role was in the 2022 romantic comedy "I Want You Back," available on Prime Video.

In 2023, according to NME, Jami Gertz was reported to have a staggering net worth of $3 billion, surpassing renowned figures like Robert De Niro, Jennifer Lopez, and Jackie Chan to become the world's wealthiest actor.

While her acting career has certainly contributed significantly to her wealth, it's her ventures outside of Hollywood that have played a pivotal role in her financial success.

Gertz married American businessman Tony Ressler in 1989.

Tony Ressler and Jami Gertz have been married since 1989. Taylor Hill/Getty Images

A year after their marriage, Ressler founded the private equity firms Apollo Global Management, and he currently boasts a net worth of $10.5 billion, as reported by Forbes.

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The married couple has leveraged their wealth to invest in sports teams, including their ownership of the NBA's Atlanta Hawks and minority ownership in the Milwaukee Beavers baseball team.



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Additionally, in 2010, Gertz established her own production company, Lime Orchard Productions.

Despite Ressler now possessing a higher net worth than his actress wife, Gertz has mentioned that this wasn't the situation when they first began dating.

Jami Gertz in ABC sit-com The Neighbors with Lenny Venito. Kelsey McNeal/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images

"Everyone thinks I married a rich guy," she told The Hollywood Reporter in 2018. 

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"But I made more money - way more money, than Tony when I met him." 

"I paid for our first house. I paid for our first vacation. I married him because I fell in love with him."

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She and her husband have also made significant charitable contributions. In 2012, the Giving Back Fund recognized them as top philanthropists after they donated $10 million to the Ressler-Gertz Foundation. 

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This foundation supports the arts, education, health, and Jewish causes, as reported by Forbes.

Their dedication to philanthropy highlights that their focus goes beyond amassing wealth; they are equally devoted to giving back.