BY: GURU JAY
Who is your favorite actor? Do you like money? Here is a list of the top 10 highest paid actors.
10. Liam Neeson, $32 Million
One word: Taken. The actor has stolen the spotlight from Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe and others on numerous occasions. He’s in an elite acting class.
Have you seen Non-Stop? Neeson is not slowing down even at age 62. Neeson’s career is full of achievements. He’s like a decorated soldier.
The box office is all about the dollar. As you know I love numbers. That’s why I like Liam Neeson.
Neeson has been involved with several blockbusters. He starred in Star Wars, Batman, and the Chronicles of Narnia. Basically, Liam Neeson puts butts in seats.
He is the 10th highest paid actor. Liam made 32 million dollars last year. Movie executives, producers and directors are proud to have him on their team.
9. Denzel Washington, $33 Million
Denzel Washington was born to act. Did you know his mother named him after the doctor who delivered him? Denzel deserves every ounce of respect.
He started off his career humbly. His claim to fame took countless sacrificial years. He displayed brilliance in John Q.
If you have yet to see it, I highly recommend the film. Denzel Washington doesn’t mind playing the villain. In fact, he embraces being the antagonist.
That’s why he thrived in American Gangster, Training Day and Malcolm X. He actually turned down the chance to play MLK. Denzel is an impressive and tough act to follow.
Washington made $33 million last year. He earned $20 million from Equalizer. Do you like Denzel Washington?
8. Tom Cruise, $35 Million
If you’re having money troubles, call Tom Cruise. His acting skills will bail you out of a jam. Of course, you have to pay him top dollar.
The Top Gun actor is on top of the totem pole. He’s been in the business for a long time. And, he is still in high demand for many reasons.
He’s short in stature but he is a tall glass of water. Women gawk at his sight. Cruise’s time in the gym has paid dividends.
Did you see Mission Impossible III? The cast had electric chemistry. All the Missions were good.
Now, Tom is not a saint but his acting is close to perfect. As a result of his hardworking workaholic work ethic, Tom Cruise made $35 million last year. This is proof he is the best. Who is the next Tom Cruise? Who knows?
7. Adam Sandler, $37 Million
Adam Sandler is the funniest man on the list. I mean he is a comedian after all. But, did you know Adam is a great dramatic actor?
Watch Reign Over Me. Sandler showcases the range of his talents. He’s more than one dimension.
The funny man made $37 million in 2013. My only knock on Sandler is his role selections. He must take more pride in his stride and stop accepting junk parts.
6. Leonardo DiCaprio, $39 Million
His name sounds like your favorite Starbucks’ latte. But, how can you blame DiCaprio when he didn’t choose his name? Anyway, the girls don’t mind.
Shakespeare said, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” The Romeo and Juliet actor attracts a loyal and supportive crowd. He’s been in the game for a long time. You must appreciate his body of work.
Two words: The Titanic. Leonardo DiCaprio owes his good fortune to the misfortune that happened on the Titanic. Without this movie, Leonardo’s name would be smaller.
Leo DiCaprio is big. How big? He made $39 million. It doesn’t take an accountant…to figure out that’s a no-brainer.
5. Dwayne Johnson, $46 Million
The Rock a.k.a. Dwayne Johnson is the new and improved Sylvester Stallone. Did you see Pain & Gain? Are you standing in line to see Hercules?
I predict Hercules will be a huge success. The casting department got the right man for the job. People say he lives in the gym. No, he is the gym.
Dwayne is authentic. That is the key to his success. Why isn’t he in Expendables? He is indispensable.
Get out of the kitchen if you smell what the Rock is cooking.
Dwayne Johnson had a great year. The actor received $46 million. He is a must-see movie star.
4. Mark Wahlberg, $52 Million
Mark Wahlberg a.k.a. Marky Mark is an outstanding actor. He’s the white Will Smith. Smith is the black Mark Wahlberg.
Either way you look at it, Marky Mark’s got the good vibrations. Wahlberg is the new and enhanced Tom Cruise. Also, his sense of humor is underrated. Did you like him in The Other Guys and Ted?
Mark Wahlberg made $52 million. He is the 4th highest paid actor. The Transformersis an absolute must-see summer fun and family friendly movie.
3. Hugh Jackman, $55 Million
Hugh Jackman is the greatest Australian actor ever. Statistically, he has the box office results to back up that claim. This is one of his best years financially and artistically.
Click here for full review of X-Men: Days of Future Past. Hugh is the ultimate Wolverine. I feel sorry for his successor.
Hugh Jackman received $55 million last year. He was underpaid. Still, he is the 3rd highest paid actor.
2. Channing Tatum, $60 Million
Channing Tatum is the highest paid actor of his generation. 22 Jump Street is also an absolute must-see summer fun flick. Will you buy the DVD?
He was great in White House Down. The good thing is he’s getting better. He could be bigger than Brad Pitt.
Channing is more famous than Dave. He is the 2nd highest paid actor. He made $60 million in 2013.
1. Robert Downey, Jr., $75 Million
Acting is in Robert Downey, Jr.’s blood. Making money in the performance arts is a family tradition. You can’t deny Downey, Jr. has a gift.
However, the Iron Man is overpaid. He was fine in Sherlock Holmes. But, who will call it like they see it?
I will.
Robert Downey Jr. received $75 million. He was in 1 movie! Hollywood has it backwards. Whoever wrote Downey, Jr. that check should be scratching his head. Better yet, he should get his head examined.
Predictions
I predict Chris Evans a.k.a. Captain America will make the top 10 sooner than later. And, Will Smith may make a list or two if he gets back into the groove. Also, Jennifer Lawrence will command a much higher salary in the future.
This is The Guru Jay launching off to outer space in 5-4-3-2-1. Feel free to comment and ask questions. Thank you for reading and sharing. Meet me @ Mars.
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