From Zoe Saldaña to Dwayne Johnson: Highest-grossing Hollywood celebrities of all time

Scarlett Johansson held the top position for years and remains neck-and-neck with Saldaña. Her career total of $15.40 billion received a significant boost from Jurassic World Rebirth (2025). From a decade-long run as Black Widow in the MCU to her voice role in Sing, Johansson continues to be a consistent global box-office force.

With a staggering $14.61 billion in total earnings, Samuel L. Jackson is the definition of longevity. From Star Wars to the MCU as Nick Fury, his presence spans multiple iconic franchises. Even without always playing the lead, his sheer volume of blockbuster appearances makes him one of the most bankable actors in cinema history.

The man who launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe has amassed $14.31 billion at the box office. Post-Iron Man, Downey Jr. has stayed relevant with award-winning performances and a highly anticipated return to Marvel in 2026. He remains the face of the highest-earning movie era ever.

Chris Pratt has a remarkable track record, sitting at $14.12 billion. From Jurassic World to Guardians of the Galaxy and voicing Mario, Pratt has dominated the 2020s. He continues to be one of Hollywood’s most reliable leading men when it comes to box-office success.

Tom Cruise stands apart with $12.66 billion, largely built without superhero franchises. His commitment to practical stunts in Mission: Impossible and the phenomenal success of Top Gun: Maverick prove he remains a rare breed—a movie star who can fill theatres on his name alone.

As Marvel’s God of Thunder, Chris Hemsworth has powered his way to $12.18 billion. While the Avengers films form the bulk of his earnings, his success in action-comedies and franchise films keeps his box-office numbers climbing steadily.

Vin Diesel’s “family” philosophy has paid off with $12.04 billion in earnings. Anchored by the Fast & Furious saga and his voice role as Groot in the MCU, Diesel enjoys massive popularity in international markets, where his films consistently perform exceptionally well.

Captain America himself has helped generate $11.48 billion worldwide. While Evans has shifted toward more intimate and character-driven projects, his contribution to the MCU’s biggest blockbusters ensures his box-office legacy remains firmly intact.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson rounds out the list with $11.46 billion. From Jumanji to Fast & Furious, Johnson has mastered the event-movie formula. His global appeal, massive screen presence, and unmatched social media reach make him one of Hollywood’s most dependable hit-makers.