When we talk about the wealthiest actors, names like Dwayne Johnson, Robert De Niro, and Tom Cruise usually come up. These stars are famous not just for their talent but also for their incredible fortunes.
With the massive success of Barbie, many people might think Margot Robbie is one of the wealthiest actors out there. But here’s a surprising twist—today’s richest actor is someone many people might not even recognize.
This actor has stayed out of the spotlight for years, so much so that if you saw her walking down the street, you probably wouldn’t know who she is. Her incredible wealth doesn’t come from typical Hollywood fame—it comes from something very different.
This actor’s career began in the 1980s and 1990s with roles in popular films. While she had some prominent parts, she never became a household name like Brad Pitt or Julia Roberts. As the 1990s came to an end, her acting career started to slow down, and by 1996, she had landed her final major role on screen.
But here’s the surprising part: it wasn’t her acting career that made her a fortune. Instead, she made her millions—actually, billions—by making smart investments.
Her name is Jami Gertz. You might not know her very well, but she’s now the wealthiest actor in Hollywood. How did she do it? Well, in the years after her acting career slowed down, Jami teamed up with Tony Ressler, a billionaire businessman.
Together, they invested in sports teams, including buying a minority stake in the Milwaukee Brewers, a Major League Baseball team, and the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks.
These smart investments have paid off big time. Today, Jami Gertz’s wealth is estimated at over $3 billion! That’s right—she’s richer than many of the most famous actors you can think of.
Her story shows that there’s more than one way to make it big in Hollywood. While others rely on fame and fortune from movies, Jami used her business smarts to become a true success in a totally different way.
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