Nicole Kidman Tops Forbes’ 2024 Highest-Paid Actresses List: Earns $31M, Surpassing Zendaya & Scarlett Johansson
At 57, the ‘Reigning Queen of AMC Theaters’ Commands Over $1M Per Episode, Outshining Male Stars Like Will Smith
Forbes’ 2024 ranking of the world’s highest-paid actors reveals a stark gender gap, with only three women cracking the top 20. Leading the female contingent is Nicole Kidman, who clinched the title of highest-paid actress of the year with staggering earnings of **31million∗∗(grossing41 million total). At 57, Kidman not only eclipses younger A-listers like Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney but also outperforms male heavyweights such as Will Smith and Adam Sandler. Her earnings place her just behind Hollywood icons George Clooney and Brad Pitt.
The $1M-Per-Episode Powerhouse
Forbes hails Kidman as the “reigning queen of AMC Theaters,” crediting her dominance in TV miniseries and streaming. In 2024, she starred in Netflix’s The Perfect Couple, Paramount+’s Lioness, and Amazon’s Expats—projects that reportedly pay her over $1 million per episode. She also headlined films like Babygirl and A Family Affair, both featuring her alongside younger male co-stars.
A Legacy of Breaking Barriers
Kidman’s 2024 triumph echoes her 2007 milestone when she became the world’s highest-paid actress with $28 million. Decades into her career, she continues to redefine longevity in Hollywood, blending critical acclaim with commercial success.
Why It Matters:
- Age-Defying Success: Proves star power thrives beyond youth-centric roles.
- Streaming Dominance: Highlights her strategic pivot to high-paying TV/streaming projects.
- Gender Pay Spotlight: Underscores persistent disparities, even among top earners.
