Will Smith – $350M

Will Smith, born on September 25, 1968, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, began his career as a rapper before transitioning to acting. His undeniable talent and charisma have made him a global superstar.

Smith’s impressive filmography includes “Men in Black,” “The Pursuit of Happyness,” and “Independence Day.” His recent return to the “Bad Boys” franchise with “Bad Boys for Life” was a box office hit, adding to his wealth.

In recent years, Will Smith has found himself at the center of Oscar-related controversies. His passionate outburst at the 2022 Academy Awards, slapping comedian Chris Rock for making a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, drew widespread attention and mixed reactions.

This incident sparked debates about appropriate behavior at such prestigious events and raised questions about the boundaries between personal emotions and professional decorum in the entertainment industry.

While Smith’s career continues to thrive, this controversy added a memorable, albeit polarizing, chapter to his storied Hollywood journey.