The world of acting is a competitive one, and the highest-paid female actresses are the ones who have achieved the greatest success in their careers. In 2020, Sofia Vergara was the highest-paid female actress in the world, earning an impressive 43 million U.S. dollars. This impressive sum was largely due to her role in the popular sitcom “Modern Family”, as well as her endorsement deals.
Angelina Jolie came in second place, earning 35.5 million U.S. dollars. Her impressive career has seen her take on leading roles in films such as “Maleficent” and “The Eternals”, as well as her humanitarian work.
Third place was taken by Gal Gadot, who earned 31.5 million U.S. dollars in 2020. Her success was largely due to her leading role in the box office hit “Wonder Woman”, as well as her other acting roles.
Emma Stone came in fourth place, earning 26 million U.S. dollars. Her impressive career has seen her take on roles in films such as “La La Land” and “The Favourite”, as well as her endorsement deals.
Fifth place was taken by Melissa McCarthy, who earned 25 million U.S. dollars. Her success was largely due to her leading roles in films such as “Bridesmaids” and “The Heat”, as well as her endorsement deals.
The list of the highest-paid female actresses in 2020 is rounded out by Meryl Streep, Ellen Pompeo, Elisabeth Moss, Margot Robbie, and Charlize Theron. Each of these women has achieved great success in their respective careers, and their success is reflected in their impressive salaries.
As the world of acting continues to evolve, it is likely that the list of the highest-paid female actresses will change in the coming years. However, for now, Sofia Vergara, Angelina Jolie, Gal Gadot, Emma Stone, and Melissa McCarthy are the highest-paid female actresses in the world.