Jay Leno (1950), New York | $15M
James Douglas Muir Leno is a legendary comedian, writer, and American TV host. Leno has been a stand-up comedian and TV host for decades. He hosted NBC’s “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and the primetime talk show “The Jay Leno Show.” In 2021, he also hosted a revival of the show “You Bet Your Life.”
Leno has a whopping salary of $15 million annually after taking a half-pay cut in 2011 to help the staff keep their jobs. Leno runs a regular show, “Popular Mechanics,” that showcases his fleet of cars and vehicle advice.
