In recent decades, thanks to the rise of the Internet and streaming services such as Netflix, the comedy industry has undergone a surge in popularity. From TV shows to silver screen productions, many fascinating personalities have shot to superstardom, such as Kevin Hart, Rowan Atkinson, Adam Sandler, and many others. While these people are so skilled in bringing never-ending laughter to the audience, they also make serious cash from their various appearances on TV. Here, we have compiled the wealthiest comedians by net worth in 2022.

Jerry Seinfield is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer who was born on April 29, 1954. He is most recognized for his role as Jerry Seinfeld in Seinfeld, one of the most renowned and successful comedies of all time. For his comedy CDs, he has gotten twenty Primetime Emmy Award nominations as well as four Grammy Award nominations.

Over the years, Seinfeld made millions of dollars not just from his income as an actor on the show, but also from syndication revenue, of which he receives 15%. The 68-year-old is said to have spent $50 million on his auto collection and a Hamptons mansion valued from $70 million to $100 million.

Ellen DeGeneres, born January 26, 1958, is a famous American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and television personality. She is best recognized for her roles in the comedy Ellen and the syndicated talk program The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The famous host made roughly $60 million in compensation from her talk show alone at her height.

She has also run her production firm and routinely endorses brands such as VitaminWater, Olay, and American Express. She also allegedly made $20 million for her Netflix special Relatable and owns her lifestyle brand, ED by Ellen DeGeneres, which sells everything from pet goods to apparel.

Adam Sandler, who was born on September 9, 1966, is one of the most recognizable actors, comedians, and producers in the world. He originally gained national attention as a member of the Saturday Night Live cast. Since rising to superstardom, Sandler has been the highest-paid entertainer in the world at various stages in his career.

Some of Sandler's comedies, such as Jack and Jill, Grown Ups, and Grown Ups 2, have received critical acclaim, earning him nine Golden Raspberry Awards and 37 Raspberry Award nominations. According to Men's Health, he struck a four-film deal with Netflix worth $250 million in 2016. His films are said to have grossed more than $4 billion globally.

David Letterman is an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer who was born on April 12, 1947. He was one of the most successful late-night hosts in the United States for 22 years on The Late Show with David Letterman. The 77-year-old host also founded his own production business, which produced some of his shows as well as other prime-time comedies.

Letterman declared his intention to leave the iconic program in 2015, but returned to the spotlight with his Netflix special My Next Guest in 2018, earning allegedly US$2 million for each episode with four continuous seasons. Letterman allegedly made up to $50 million each year in licensing and syndication fees. As of 2022, Letterman is among the richest entertainers in the world.

Eddie Murphy, who was born on April 3, 1961, rose to prominence on the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. He has gotten Golden Globe nods for his roles in 48 Hours, the Beverly Hills Cop series, Trading Places, and other films. Eddie has also received various honors, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award nod for Best Supporting Actor.

Murphy is expected to have a cool net worth of $200 million as the world's highest-paid actor in 2022, having earned US$20 million per film remuneration at his peak. On the personal front, his Beverly Hills property is reported to be worth more than US$40 million, and he paid US$15 million for a private island in the Bahamas in 2007.

Mike Myers, born on May 25, 1963, is a famous actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He began his career as a kid actor in commercials and is most recognized for his work on Saturday Night Live and the film franchises Wayne's World, Austin Powers, and Shrek. Seven MTV Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award are among his many honors.

Myers' popular comedic franchises have benefited the actor, not least since he was both performer and producer in numerous of them. Mike has amassed massive wealth throughout his 30-year career, and he owns at least two properties, according to various sources.

Will Ferrell, born on July 16, 1967, is one of America's most well-known actors and comedians. In addition to starring in various films and television programs, he has also worked as a producer and screenwriter. Will's career spans more than 30 years in the business, with some of his most prominent titles earning him global notoriety like Step Brothers, Elf, and others.

Furthermore, Ferrell became an almost instant sensation on SNL, with his spot-on imitation making Americans laugh all night long. Ferrell established himself as one of the world's highest-paid performers, with a reputed net worth of $160 million and multiple estates and residences.

Rowan Atkinson, who was born on January 6, 1955, is a $150 million net-worth actor, screenwriter, and comedian. He rose to notoriety on the BBC sketch comedy show Not the Nine O'Clock News, for which he received the British Academy Television Award for Best Entertainment Performance in 1981. With his part in Mr. Bean, Atkinson became known as one of the masters of physical comedy.

Aside from his signature role in Mr. Bean, the icon has also performed in a variety of roles that highlight his comic versatility and abilities. Atkinson is also a skilled stage actor and an enthusiastic automobile collector outside of performing. He owns dozens of premium sports vehicles that cost millions, as well as several London homes and assets.

Sacha Baron Cohen is a wealthy English actor, writer, and comedian who was born on November 13, 1971. He is most known for his roles as the comedic fictitious characters Ali G, Brüno Gehard, and Borat Sagdiyev. He has garnered hundreds of honors for his comic work during his career, including multiple MTV Movie Awards and a Golden Globe.

Sacha has received multiple Emmy nominations as well as an Oscar nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay. The Times named Baron Cohen one of the 30 finest living comedians in 2018. With his great career, the British celebrity has approximately 20 producer credits as well as various assets to his name. As of October 2022, Sacha Baron Cohen's net worth is estimated to be $160 million.

Kevin Hart is an American comedian and actor who was born on July 6, 1979. With annual earnings ranging from US$40 million to US$60 million, the Jumanji actor is considered one of the world's highest-paid celebrities. He rose to prominence after releasing his debut stand-up CD, I'm a Grown Little Man. Time Magazine included him in its annual list of the world's 100 most influential people in 2015.

In addition to his films and stand-up specials, Hart recently secured $100 million by combining his two previous production businesses to form HartBeat, a media venture in which he retains 85 percent ownership. According to Celebrity Net Worth, his part in the firm alone might be worth $552 million.