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Top 10 Highest-Paid Actors of 2026: Dwayne Johnson Leads, Idris Elba Makes History
Forbes releases its annual Top 10 highest-paid actors list — Dwayne Johnson tops at $87M, with Idris Elba and Michael B. Jordan reshaping Hollywood's power rankings.
Forbes has released its 2026 list of the world's highest-paid actors. Dwayne Johnson leads at $87 million, driven by 'Black Adam 2' and 'Fast & Furious 11.' Tom Cruise follows at $72M, buoyed by 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning.'
The top 10: Ryan Reynolds ($68M), Leonardo DiCaprio ($65M), Brad Pitt ($60M), Will Smith ($55M), Idris Elba ($52M), Michael B. Jordan ($48M), Denzel Washington ($45M), and Timothée Chalamet ($42M) — the youngest actor ever to crack the top 10.
Idris Elba's inclusion marks a landmark moment for African representation in Hollywood. His dual roles in 'Luther: The Fallen Sun 2' and the Afrofuturist epic 'Sankofa' have cemented his status as one of the most bankable stars on the planet.
Michael B. Jordan's $48M ranking reflects the extraordinary commercial success of 'Creed IV,' which grossed $1.1 billion globally. Jordan also produced the film, adding a significant backend payout.
Quest 1 Production covered the West Africa premieres of both 'Sankofa' and 'Creed IV,' providing red carpet broadcast support in Accra and Lagos.
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