A successful acting career requires talent and a lot of work. Seeing the fruits of your acting career can take years of hard work that many don't see behind the pretty picture. And great success usually comes with a lot of money. Let's take a look at the richest actresses of our time who managed to achieve significant heights in their careers. 
1. Jamie Hertz 
Jamie Gertz is known for her roles in the films The Lost Boys (1987), The Broker (1986), Less Than Zero (1987) and Twister (1996). However, Hertz has become one of the richest actresses in the world thanks to her endeavors outside of Hollywood. She is an expert in finance and investing and has made her fortune through smart investing and entrepreneurship. She is a philanthropist, often helps charities, and owns a sports team. She is now 57 years old and has an estimated net worth of $3 billion.
2. Oprah Winfrey 
Oprah Winfrey's career as a television personality and host of her own talk show has spanned more than 25 years. "The Oprah Winfrey Show" was the highest-rated talk show in American history, with more than 20 million viewers a week. She also has successful acting experience. Winfrey's net worth is estimated at $2.5 billion.
3. Reese Witherspoon 
Actress Reese Witherspoon gained fame in the 90s and early 2000s thanks to her roles in the films Legally Blonde, Cruel Intentions and Upstart. Then there were bright roles in the films “Wild” and “Walk the Line.” She received an Oscar for her role in the latter. Today the actress's net worth exceeds $400 million.
4. Jennifer Aniston 
Jennifer Aniston started out playing Rachel in Friends in the 90s, which brought her immediate success. In the 2000s, she starred in “Bruce Almighty,” “Divorce American Style,” “Marley and Me,” and other dramatic and comedic films. Today Aniston is one of Hollywood's darlings. Her capital is about 300 million dollars.
5. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen 
The Olsen Twins rose to fame in the 90s by starring in several television shows and films. However, as they grew older, they decided to move away from their acting careers. The twins made a career in the fashion industry, founding their own label, The Row. Their fortune is estimated at $300 million.
6. Julia Roberts 
Roberts began her acting career in 1987 with the successful film Mystic Pizza. Her popularity quickly skyrocketed after her role in the film Pretty Woman. She received an Oscar nomination for her role in Steel Magnolias and the award itself in 2001 for Best Actress in Erin Brockovich. As of 2023, the actress's net worth is $250 million.
7. Julia Louis-Dreyfus 
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, an actress, comedian and producer, rose to fame in the 1990s for her role on the sitcom Seinfeld. She has received several awards, including an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her fortune is estimated at $250 million.
8. Sandra Bullock 
Sandra's first role, which brought her success, was in the 1994 action film Speed. Then the actress’s career took off, and she played bright roles in the films “Miss Congeniality,” “The Proposal,” and “Gravity.” Her role in The Blind Side won her an Academy Award. Today Sandra Bullock is considered one of the most successful actresses in Hollywood: her net worth is $250 million.
9. Salma Hayek 
Salma Hayek began her career in Mexico in the late 80s, and in 1991 she moved to the United States to conquer Hollywood. Among her iconic works is the main role in the film "Frida", for which she received an Oscar nomination. Her fortune is about 200 million dollars.
10. Catherine Deneuve 
Deneuve began acting as a child. She then gained fame for her roles in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964), Belle of the Day (1967) and The Hunger (1983). Her fortune is estimated at $185 million.
11. Charlize Theron 
Charlize Theron is known for the films "Prometheus", "Mad Max: Death Road", "Tully". In 2003, she also won an Oscar for Best Actress in the film Monster, where she portrayed a serial killer. The actress's net worth is $170 million.
12. Scarlett Johansson 
Scarlett Johansson's acting career includes many diverse roles, from science fiction and action films to dramas and comedies. Among the most famous are her role as Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, her Oscar-nominated role in Marriage Story, and her critically acclaimed role in Lost in Translation. The actress's fortune is estimated at $165 million.
13. Meryl Streep 
Meryl Streep is considered one of the most iconic and wealthy actresses of our time. She has received numerous awards: three Academy Awards, eight Golden Globe Awards and a record 21 Academy Award nominations. Among his famous works are “The Devil Wears Prada”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Sophie’s Choice”, “Death Becomes Her”. The actress's net worth is $160 million.
14. Shusha 
Shusha Menegel is a television and music icon who rose to fame in the 1980s. The former model and actress became famous thanks to children's programs, as well as her own talk show. Her net worth is $160 million.
15. Miley Cyrus 
Miley Cyrus's popularity skyrocketed thanks to the Disney teen series Hannah Montana. But Cyrus later found success in both the music and acting industries, releasing several chart-topping albums and starring in a number of films. The actress's net worth is approximately $160 million.
16. Angelina Jolie 
Angelina Jolie is a phenomenal woman and actress, winner of an Oscar, three Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. As of 2023, her net worth is estimated to be approximately $160 million.
17. Demi Moore 
Demi Moore is one of the Hollywood icons. Her fortune is estimated at $150 million. The actress has been in the media spotlight for many years due to her marriages to Bruce Willis and Ashton Kutcher, but this has not stopped her from building a successful acting career. She is famous for her roles in the films “Striptease,” “Ghost,” “Indecent Proposal,” and “GI Jane.”
18. Audrey Tautou 
Tautou is best known for her starring role in 2001's Amélie, which brought her international recognition. She has also worked with such prominent directors as Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Ron Howard. Her fortune is estimated at $145 million.
19. Jennifer Lawrence 
Jennifer Lawrence first gained recognition for her role in the 2010 drama Winter's Bone, which earned her an Oscar nomination. She then starred in the popular Hunger Games franchise. Lawrence is also known for her charitable work and advocacy for women's rights. Her net worth is $130 million.
20. Drew Barrymore 
Drew Barrymore became an actress as a child, but gained popularity in the late 90s and early 2000s. Known for her roles in the films "Charlie's Angels", "50 First Dates", "Blended". She has her own production company, Flower Films, and a talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show. The actress's net worth is $125 million.
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