45 of the Richest Celebrities Whose Talent and Hard Work Has Translated into a Huge Net Worth
Denzel Washington – $280 Million
After doing a few bit roles and films on TV, Denzel Washington had his first breakout performance in the show “St. Elsewhere” in 1982 and got everyone talking about it. The six-season show was a big hit and helped Washington get a good amount of dough. This show set him off to a slew of blockbuster movies such as “Glory” and “The Hurricane.”
Washington’s paychecks kept increasing, and as per reports, “Training Day,” released in 2001, earned him $40 million. His work as a director in films like “Fences” and “The Great Debator,” added to his current fortune of $280 million.