Cameron Diaz – $10 – $20 Million per movie

Actress Cameron Diaz debuted in the film industry when she was cast opposite Jim Carrey in the 1994 film The Mask. Prior to that, her humble beginnings came from modeling at the age of 16. Considered to be one of America’s darlings, Diaz has become a household name since she played the titular character in the 1998 film There’s Something About Mary. She reportedly earned $200-$250 million from her films during the peak of her stardom. Her largest paycheck came from playing the role of Elizabeth Halsey in the 2011 comedy film Bad Teacher, where she took home $42 million. The Charlie’s Angel star announced her retirement from acting in 2014.

Diaz’s fruitful career gave birth to remarkable investments. Her net worth is at an estimated $140 million. She owns a couple of luxury properties in California and New York. The 48-year-old former actress has a daughter named Raddix Madden with her husband, musician Benji Madden.