Betty White, Cher and 52 More of the Richest Stars Over 70
Some of the richest celebrities on the planet have been perfecting their craft for decades. These household names have cemented their places at the top of their respective industries — and they have the fortunes to prove it. After many years in the business, these men and women are living long, wealthy lives.
Last updated: Sept. 8, 2020
Mike Ditka Net Worth: $30 Million
A member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Mike Ditka played tight end in the NFL from 1961 to 1972. As the head coach of the Chicago Bears from 1982 to 1992, he led the team to its only Super Bowl victory.
The 80-year-old has served as a sports broadcaster and analyst and lent his name to the popular steakhouse chain Ditka’s.
Kathy Bates Net Worth: $32 Million
Actress Kathy Bates has over 120 acting credits to her name. Some of her most notable films include “Dolores Clairborne,” “Titanic,” “Fried Green Tomatoes” and “Misery,” for which she won an Oscar. The 72-year-old continues to act, most recently starring in “The Highwaymen.” Up next, she’ll appear in “Home.”
Judi Dench Net Worth: $35 Million
Dame Judi Dench was a stage actor before making it big as a movie star, and she’s earned acclaim for her excellence in both mediums. The 85-year-old won an Oscar in 1998 for “Shakespeare in Love” and a Tony Award the next year for “Amy’s View.”
Dench most recently appeared in the movie version of “Cats” and has four movies due out in 2020.
Bernadette Peters Net Worth: $40 Million
Actress Bernadette Peters is a star of both the stage and the screen. She has starred in the movies “The Jerk,” “Pennies From Heaven” and “Annie,” and on stage, she has played the lead role in the Broadway shows “On the Town,” “Annie Get Your Gun” and more. Peters has won four Tony Awards, including the 2012 Isabelle Stevenson Award.
The 72-year-old hasn’t stopped acting — she’s set to be the voice of Rita on the upcoming “Animaniacs” TV series, an updated version of the original show.
Tom Selleck Net Worth: $45 Million
Tom Selleck has starred on the hit CBS drama “Blue Bloods” since 2010. Perhaps best known for his iconic role in “Magnum, P.I.,” the 75-year-old won a Golden Globe for his work on the television series in 1985. Also a movie star, some of his most popular films include “Mr. Baseball” and the “Three Men and a Baby” franchise.
He’s set to reprise the role of Jesse Stone in an upcoming TV movie.
James Brolin Net Worth: $50 Million
His net worth can’t compete with wife Barbra Streisand’s, but actor James Brolin is still among the richest celebrities over 70. The 80-year-old has enjoyed an impressive career that includes two Golden Globe wins for his work on the television series “Marcus Welby, M.D.” He most recently played a lead role on the CBS sitcom “Life in Pieces,” which debuted in 2015 and was canceled in May 2019 after four seasons, TVLine reported.
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Chevy Chase Net Worth: $50 Million
Chevy Chase has had an epic comedy career, starting on the debut cast of “Saturday Night Live” and then going on to act in some of the comedy film greats like “Caddyshack” and the “Vacation” movies.
The 76-year-old has nearly 100 acting credits, including several films in the works. He’s set to star in “The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee” and “Panda vs. Aliens” in 2020.
Alice Cooper Net Worth: $50 Million
The frontman of the eponymous rock group, Alice Cooper had hits throughout the ’70s with songs like “I’m Eighteen” and “School’s Out.” The band was known for its theatrical stage shows and is credited with inspiring the glam rock, hard rock and metal bands that followed in its footsteps. Alice Cooper was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011.
The 72-year-old and his bandmates continue to tour.
Ina Garten Net Worth: $50 Million
Celebrity chef Ina Garten has published 11 cookbooks and has been a Food Network star for nearly two decades. The 72-year-old continues to star on the channel’s “Barefoot Contessa” series, which takes you into her Hamptons home as she cooks up her favorite recipes.
Dustin Hoffman Net Worth: $50 Million
Dustin Hoffman’s acting career has spanned four remarkable decades; he’s starred in such notable films as “The Graduate,” “Midnight Cowboy,” “Rain Man” and “Tootsie.” The now 83-year-old last starred in “Into the Labyrinth” and is set to appear in the upcoming “As Sick as They Made Us.”
Diane Keaton Net Worth: $50 Million
One of Hollywood’s biggest stars, actress Diane Keaton has a slew of hit films on her resume, including “Something’s Gotta Give” and “Father of the Bride.” The talented 74-year-old won an Oscar for her work on “Annie Hall” in 1977.
Next up, Keaton will star in the film “Love, Weddings & Other Disasters.”
Shirley MacLaine Net Worth: $50 Million
Actress Shirley MacLaine isn’t quite as rich as her younger brother Warren Beatty, but the 86-year-old is certainly one of the wealthiest celebrities over 70.
She won an Oscar for her work on “Terms of Endearment” in 1983 and has starred in several other hits, including “Steel Magnolias.” Next, she’s set to star in the films “People Not Places” and “Men of Granite.”
Wayne Newton Net Worth: $50 Million
Nicknamed “Mr. Las Vegas,” Wayne Newton has graced Sin City stages more than 30,000 times. The 78-year-old singer has enjoyed more than 50 years in show business, which has made him one of the richest celebrities over 70. In October, he’s scheduled to return to performing his “Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal” residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
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Rhea Perlman Net Worth: $50 Million
Golden Globe nominee Rhea Perlman starred on the classic TV shows “Taxi” and “Cheers,” and was also in the movies “Matilda,” “Canadian Bacon” and “Sing.” Perlman, who is 72 years old, recently starred in the movie “Poms” alongside Diane Keaton.
Phylicia Rashad Net Worth: $55 Million
Actress and singer Phylicia Rashad is probably best known for her role as Clair Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” which she starred in from 1984 to 1992. Rashad has also displayed her talents on stage and won a Tony Award for her performance in “A Raisin in the Sun” in 2004.
The 72-year-old continues to act, most recently appearing on the TV show “David Makes a Man.” She’s set to appear in the films “A Fall From Grace,” “Soul” and “Jingle Jangle” in 2020.
Billy Crystal Net Worth: $60 Million
Comedian, actor, writer and producer Billy Crystal got his big break with the 1970s sitcom “Soap” and went on to star in a number of hit films in the ’80s and ’90s including “City Slickers,” “When Harry Met Sally…” and “Analyze This.” He has won five Emmy Awards as well as a Tony Award for his Broadway show “700 Sundays.”
The 72-year-old continues to act and will voice a character in the upcoming TV series “Monsters at Work.”
Martin Sheen Net Worth: $60 Million
Born Ramón Antonio Gerard Estevez, Martin Sheen has become one of the most accomplished actors of our time with roles in the iconic films “Badlands,” “Apocalypse Now” and “The Departed,” along with the TV hit “The West Wing.” The 80-year-old has racked up over 250 acting credits over the course of his career and will be adding another with the upcoming film “12 Mighty Orphans.”
James Taylor Net Worth: $60 Million
Singer-songwriter James Taylor had hits throughout the ’70s with songs like “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Fire and Rain” and “Handy Man.” Over his long career, he has won five of the 18 Grammys he has been nominated for.
At 72 years old, Taylor is still living on the road and performing.
Warren Beatty Net Worth: $70 Million
Hollywood icon Warren Beatty is best known for his work as Clyde Barrow in “Bonnie and Clyde” and a lead role in Robert Altman’s “McCabe & Mrs. Miller.”
Also skilled behind the camera, the 83-year-old won the Oscar for best director in 1981 for the film “Reds,” and he received the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award — an honorary Oscar — in 1999.
Angela Lansbury Net Worth: $70 Million
Renowned actress Angela Lansbury made her Hollywood debut in 1944. Best known for her starring role in the television series “Murder, She Wrote,” the 94-year-old recently starred in the film “Mary Poppins Returns.” The British actress has also starred on Broadway several times, most recently in the play “The Best Man.”
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Dan Rather Net Worth: $70 Million
Famed newscaster Dan Rather enjoyed decades of success in front of the camera, which allows him to rank among the richest celebrities. During his 44-year tenure with CBS, the 88-year-old held several high-profile roles, including host of “CBS Evening News” from 1981 to 2005. Also an author, he released his latest book, “What Unites Us,” in 2017.
Patrick Stewart Net Worth: $70 Million
Perhaps best known as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on the long-running TV series “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” Patrick Stewart has had a successful acting career on both the big and small screen. The 80-year-old recently starred as Bosley in the 2019 “Charlie’s Angel” reboot and is set to reprise his iconic “Star Trek” role in the upcoming spin-off series “Star Trek: Picard.”
Michael Caine Net Worth: $75 Million
Actor Michael Caine scored his first Oscar nomination back in 1966 for the lead role in “Alfie” and went on to rack up five more nominations and two wins. The British-born Caine, who is now 87, continues to stay busy with his film career, with six titles currently in the works.
Alex Trebek Net Worth: $75 Million
Longtime “Jeopardy” host Alex Trebek has been the face of the popular game show since it debuted in 1984. In 2018, the now-80-year-old renewed his contract through the 2022-23 season. While the terms weren’t made public, a previous contract paid $10 million per year, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Trebek announced in March 2019 that he was battling stage four pancreatic cancer, though he said that he would keep working through his treatments.
Betty White Net Worth: $75 Million
Beloved actress Betty White has been charming audiences since 1945. Her resume includes more than 115 acting credits, but the 98-year-old is best known for her long-running role as Rose Nylund on “The Golden Girls.” The five-time Emmy winner also starred on “Hot in Cleveland” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.”
She recently voiced the character Bitey White for the movie “Toy Story 4.”
Stevie Nicks Net Worth: $85 Million
Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks rose to fame as a member of Fleetwood Mac, whose 1977 album “Rumours” was one of the bestselling albums of all time. Nicks also had a successful solo career, and her work with the band and as a solo artist has earned her a total of 15 Grammy nominations and two wins. The 72-year-old was recently on tour with Fleetwood Mac.
Caitlyn Jenner: $100 Million
Caitlyn Jenner, 70, was once best known as an Olympic gold medalist and a spokesperson for Wheaties. Today, she’s perhaps most famous for her family — aka the Kardashians — and her personal life as aired on reality TV. Dubbed by Variety as “the most famous transgender woman in the world,” Jenner’s transition was the subject of “I Am Cait,” a two-season TV documentary series that ran in 2015 and 2016. Jenner brings in big bucks from her TV appearances, public speaking engagements, endorsement deals with brands like Mac Cosmetics and from her 2017 memoir, “The Secrets of My Life.”
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William Shatner Net Worth: $100 Million
Best known as Captain Kirk on “Star Trek,” William Shatner has been acting since the early 1950s. The 89-year-old “Boston Public” actor is still going strong with several projects in the works, including the films “Senior Moment” and “Creators: The Past” and the TV show “The Elevator.” He also served as the longtime spokesman for discount travel site Priceline.com.
Stevie Wonder: $110 Million
A multi-instrumentalist, composer and songwriter, Stevie Wonder is rightly hailed as a musical genius. The 70-year-old superstar got an earlier start than most, signing with the legendary record label Motown at just 11 years old. Wonder is best known for his ‘70s funky pop classics like “Superstition,” but he’s still churning out hits. In 2016, he and Ariana Grande teamed up for “Faith,” a gospel-inspired contribution to the “Sing” soundtrack, which was nominated for a 2017 Golden Globe.
Bill Clinton Net Worth: $120 Million
The 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton served as commander-in-chief from 1992 to 2001.
Since leaving the White House, the 74-year-old has become a popular public speaker, commanding up to $750,000 for a single speech, according to the Los Angeles Times. Along with wife Hillary Clinton, he collected $153 million in paid speech earnings from 2001 until she launched her presidential campaign in 2015, according to CNN.
Al Pacino Net Worth: $120 Million
Eight-time Oscar-nominated actor Al Pacino got his breakout role back in 1972 as Michael Corleone in “The Godfather,” and the 80-year-old has continued to appear on the silver screen for the nearly five decades since. He most recently starred in “The Irishman” and in the new Amazon TV series “Hunters.”
Steven Tyler Net Worth: $130 Million
Steven Tyler — born Steven Tallarico — has made his millions as a member of the rock band Aerosmith. He has won four Grammy Awards, had eight top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart as a member of the band and was also briefly an “American Idol” judge.
In September 2019, the 72-year-old rocker kicked off a Las Vegas residency with his bandmates at The Park Theater.
Martin Scorsese Net Worth: $150 Million
A man of many talents, Martin Scorsese has enjoyed tremendous success in Hollywood as a director, producer and actor.
One of Hollywood’s richest directors, the 77-year-old won the Oscar for best director in 1995 for his work on “The Departed.” He most recently directed “The Irishman” and has several films in the works.
Meryl Streep: $150 Million
Meryl Streep can certainly afford to retire, but at 71 years young, she’s as in demand as ever, with at least two new features in the works as of September 2020. Nominated for 21 Academy Awards, Streep has more nominations than any other actor in the history of cinema. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Streep nabs around $10 million per film.
Robert Redford Net Worth: $170 Million
Robert Redford has starred in films such as “Indecent Proposal,” “Out of Africa” and the upcoming “Old Man and the Gun,” but he’s more than just an actor. The 83-year-old avid environmentalist founded the Sundance Institute — a nonprofit that works to develop new artists and audiences — in 1981. He also owns the Sundance Mountain Resort in Sundance, Utah.
Redford continues to produce films and is executive producing the upcoming documentary “Desert of the Real.”
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Tony Bennett Net Worth: $200 Million
Singer Tony Bennett is one of the richest celebrities, and he deserves it. At 94 years old, the “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” singer is still touring and continues putting out new albums, including “Love Is Here to Stay” released in 2018. Collaborations with artists such as Lady Gaga and the late Amy Winehouse have made him a cross-generational hit.
Jane Fonda Net Worth: $200 Million
Already one of the richest celebrities over 70, retirement doesn’t seem to be on actress Jane Fonda’s agenda. The 82-year-old has been starring on the Netflix original series “Grace and Frankie” since 2015, and it has been renewed for a sixth season set to debut on Jan. 15, 2020, Entertainment Weekly reported. Also a fitness guru, she’s been starring in workout videos since 1978.
John Madden Net Worth: $200 Million
One of the richest celebrities in the NFL family, John Madden served as head coach of the Oakland Raiders for 10 years. After that, the 84-year-old was an NFL announcer and broadcaster for 30 years before retiring in 2009. The “Madden NFL” video game franchise that bears his name has generated more than $4 billion in revenue, CNN reported.
Robert Plant Net Worth: $200 Million
Robert Plant rocked the world as a singer and songwriter for the band Led Zeppelin, whose unique sound captivated audiences throughout the 1970s. The band has been nominated for three Grammy Awards and received the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005.
Now 72, Plant hosts the podcast “Digging Deep.”
Morgan Freeman Net Worth: $250 Million
An actor with a hugely popular, dominant voice, Oscar winner Morgan Freeman has been entertaining audiences for decades.
Some of the 83-year-old star’s most popular films include “Million Dollar Baby,” “Invictus,” “The Shawshank Redemption” and “Driving Miss Daisy.” Still working hard, catch him in “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard” in 2021.
Diana Ross Net Worth: $250 Million
One of the most successful celebrities over 70 — and ever — singer Diana Ross has earned r-e-s-p-e-c-t for her career that just won’t quit.
Still performing at age 76, she rose to fame as the lead singer of the Supremes and went on to enjoy massive success as a solo artist, scoring six No. 1 hits including “Upside Down.”
Rod Stewart: $300 Million
Singer-songwriter Rod Stewart has sold over 120 million albums and is known mostly for his raspy crooning of heartfelt ballads like “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You.” In 2019, a disc box set of Stewart’s studio albums was issued by Rhino and included 14 of the 75-year-old British troubadour’s studio albums.
Sean Connery Net Worth: $350 Million
Scottish actor Sean Connery made his mark on cinematic history as the original James Bond in the movie franchise. The 90-year-old has starred in seven Bond films — “Dr. No” (1962), “From Russia With Love” (1963), “Goldfinger” (1964), “Thunderball” (1965), “You Only Live Twice” (1967), “Diamonds Are Forever” (1971) and “Never Say Never Again” (1983) — and went on to win an Oscar in 1987 for “The Untouchables.”
Cher Net Worth: $360 Million
Cher is a music legend with 26 studio albums to her name. The “Believe” singer has scored four No. 1 hits as a solo artist and another from her iconic duet with ex-husband Sony Bono “I Got You Babe.” The 74-year-old is an actress with credits including “Mermaids,” “Burlesque” and the 2018 film “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.”
Despite going on a farewell tour in 2002, Cher hasn’t stopped performing. She will wrap up her Las Vegas residency in February 2020 and embark on a U.S. tour.
Clint Eastwood Net Worth: $375 Million
Actor, director and producer Clint Eastwood has been a Hollywood fixture since the 1950s. He’s won four Oscars, including both the best picture and directing awards for “Unforgiven” and “Million Dollar Baby.”
The 9o-year-old most recently directed and produced 2019’s “Richard Jewell.”
Jack Nicholson Net Worth: $400 Million
Actor Jack Nicholson has starred in notable films spanning decades, including 1975’s “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” 1997’s “As Good as It Gets” and 2006’s “The Departed.” The 83-year-old has earned a number of awards and nominations over the years, including a dozen Academy Award nominations.
Barbra Streisand Net Worth: $400 Million
A music industry icon, Barbra Streisand earned $46 million on a 14-show tour in 2016, according to Forbes. The “Woman in Love” singer is the only artist in history to have a No. 1 album in six consecutive decades. Also a talented actress, the 78-year-old has starred in several films, including “Funny Girl,” “The Way We Were” and “Meet the Fockers.”
Robert De Niro Net Worth: $500 Million
Legendary actor Robert De Niro has amassed a fortune starring in more than 100 films, including “The Godfather: Part II,” “Meet the Parents” and “Taxi Driver.”
Also an accomplished businessman, the 77-year-old is making serious dough in the food industry. He co-founded the Nobu Brand of restaurants and hotels and has an ownership stake in several other restaurants in New York City and Los Angeles.
Dolly Parton Net Worth: $600 Million
One of the highest-paid country music stars, Dolly Parton ranks among the richest celebrities of any age. The 74-year-old earned $37 million in 2017 alone, according to Forbes.
The “Islands in the Stream” singer still performs and has had her own theme park Dollywood since 1986. Also an actress, she’s starred in several films, including “Steel Magnolias” and “9 to 5.”
Paul McCartney Net Worth: $1.2 Billion
He’s best known as a member of the Beatles, but Paul McCartney has enjoyed massive success as a solo artist since the band split in 1970. At 78 years old, the “Band on the Run” singer continues to tour and sell out arenas, collecting roughly $4 million per night, according to Forbes.
Diane Von Furstenberg Net Worth: $1.2 Billion
Iconic fashion designer Diane Von Furstenberg famously created the wrap dress in 1974. The founder and chairman of her eponymous fashion house has more than 111 DVF stores and the line is sold in over 70 countries. Along with husband Barry Diller, the 73-year-old philanthropist has vowed to give 99% of her fortune to charitable causes.
Sheldon Adelson Net Worth: $35 Billion
Las Vegas Sands chairman and CEO Sheldon Adelson owes his billions to savvy business skills and an impressive work ethic. At 87 years old, he’s still holding the top spot at the largest casino company in America. His wealth is a far cry from his childhood, where he grew up in poverty, living in a Boston tenement.
Michael Bloomberg Net Worth: $54.9 Billion
In 1981, Michael Bloomberg founded financial and information media company Bloomberg LP, and he still owns 88% of the business. The 78-year-old also served three terms as mayor of New York City and was a 2020 presidential candidate.
He’s not just one of the richest celebrities; he has committed 99% of his wealth to charity, making him also one of the most generous.
Warren Buffett Net Worth: $82 Billion
Largely considered the greatest investor of all time, Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett tops the list of richest celebrities over 70. Also a major philanthropist, the 90-year-old launched The Giving Pledge with Bill and Melinda Gates in 2010 and has vowed to give 99% of his wealth to charitable causes.
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Gabrielle Olya and Nicole Spector contributed to the reporting for this article.
Net worth figures are indicative of assets versus liabilities. All net worth figures are according to Celebrity Net Worth and are accurate as of Sept. 1, 2020.
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